General or rectal massage for prostatitis is part of the therapeutic treatment, the action of which aims to suppress the inflammatory process in the prostate gland. This procedure has a number of indications and contraindications that you should familiarize yourself with before the session. Prostate massage can be performed both in the hospital and at home.
Benefits of the process
Massage treatment of prostatitis has a huge number of benefits. With the help of this physiotherapy technique, the problem of eliminating the stagnation of biological fluids in the prostate cavity and other organs of the urogenital system is solved. Thanks to this, they quickly get rid of pathogenic microorganisms that cause the inflammatory process.
At the end of the therapeutic massage session, the blood flow to the problem organ increases and its nutrition is normalized with valuable micronutrients. The process of urination becomes less painful as the inflammation gradually subsides. In addition, prostatitis massage in men has a beneficial effect on their strength, which has weakened due to illness.
The effectiveness of the massage depends directly on who performs it. The specialist must be perfectly aware of all the features of this process. His actions must be as careful and smooth as possible. Otherwise, it can injure sensitive tissues, thus worsening the course of the pathological process in the urogenital system.
Massage methods
Prostate massage for prostatitis is of different types. The most popular are the manual techniques:
- Visceral massage. Its essence lies in the effect on the patient's ligaments, which are located in the abdomen. This technique allows you to improve the general condition of the internal organs of the small pelvis and to normalize the work of the gastrointestinal tract.
- Corrective finger massage. Provides a direct effect on the prostate gland. This technique is relevant for diseases of the glandular organ. The main disadvantage of the procedure is that not everyone agrees on such a treatment.
- Acupuncture. There is no stress on the prostate during the sessions. The doctor massages only specific areas of the body that are responsible for the function of the required internal organ.
You can massage the prostate organ yourself. In this case, the most popular is the perineal massage, which is recommended for chronic prostatitis. If it is difficult for a man to do basic actions with his hands, he can use the help of a specialist massage. Which device to choose for the treatment of a glandular organ can be suggested by a specialist.
An alternative to this procedure is horse riding as well as bathing, which are equipped with a vibrating water massage.
Regardless of the type of massage with which the patient plans to undergo treatment, it must first be ensured that the procedure will be more beneficial for him and will not lead to negative consequences.
Rectal prostate massage
Rectal prostate massage with non-deteriorating chronic prostatitis is considered one of the most effective methods of combating the inflammatory process in the prostate gland. According to the rules, it must be performed in the clinic. The patient should, for the convenience of the doctor, take a knee-elbow position on a special sofa. After that, the urologist can proceed with the procedure, ie insert a lubricated finger into the anus and begin the massage.
For prostate massage to have a positive effect, it must be done with gentle, gentle movements. Haste with such a process is dangerous.
With the permission of the doctor, the patient can perform such sessions at home. The urologist will recommend a massage device to treat prostatitis, as the finger method in this case will be difficult to perform. During the appointment, the specialist will inform the patient about all the features of the procedure and will give useful recommendations that will help avoid gross errors.
On average, a rectal massage course lasts about 2 weeks. The duration of physiotherapy treatment is determined by the doctor based on the current male health index and the severity of the clinical symptoms of prostatitis.
General massage
Massage for prostatitis, which takes place in the clinic and at home, can be general. During the session, certain points connected to the prostate gland must be involved. They are found in various parts of the body. An expert will be able to show the exact location of the biologically active points.
During a general massage session, which will help a man with prostatitis to recover faster, the following areas are involved:
- Legs. Massage of this area helps a person get rid of the feeling of fatigue and unnecessary stress. The procedure enhances the outflow of venous blood from the pelvis. A mild effect on certain receptors may reduce the severity of the pain.
- The basin. Improves blood flow to the prostate gland. If the massage of this area is done correctly, then the patient's problems related to erectile function are stopped. The pelvic massage eliminates the signs of dysuric disorders and also facilitates the process of defecation and urination.
- Rear. Stagnant processes are eliminated and blood flow to the problem area is improved. After such a massage, patients notice a reduction in pain.
- Small from the back. Exposure to this area activates the nerve endings that are responsible for the proper functioning of the prostate. Thanks to this, the work of the glandular organ is stabilized.
Your doctor will tell you how to treat prostatitis by massaging various active parts of the body. At the request of a man, he can get a themed video that shows how to properly massage to get rid of chronic inflammation in the gland.
To increase the effectiveness of the physiotherapy process, doctors also recommend the use of massage products, which are supplemented with bee products and medicinal plants. Pharmacy balms will not be unnecessary. Men need to look more closely at those that have analgesic action. They are usually made on the basis of snake or bee venom.
How to massage for prostatitis yourself
Questions about how to massage for chronic prostatitis should be asked by those patients who are allowed by their doctor to practice this method of treatment. Consulting a urologist on this issue is mandatory, as not all men can afford to perform this procedure at home. This is because in some cases it has negative consequences for health.
If the patient has no contraindications and serious complications, he can do prostatitis massage at home. It is best to use a massage for this treatment.
If the use of the finger method is planned, then the man must first wear sterile gloves on his hand and lubricate the index finger with Vaseline or gel that can be used for such purposes. After that, it should be inserted into the anus by about 4-6 cm. At this distance, you can find a small case, which is attached to the anterior wall of the intestine.
The massage must be done with extreme care. It is best to limit yourself to light caressing movements. It is recommended to move in the direction of the excretory ducts through which the secretion of the prostate exits.
During a therapeutic massage for prostatitis, the massage can be performed in various ways. It is usually advisable to make a funnel-shaped maneuver with your finger or circle an imaginary number 8 with it.
To be comfortable for a man to self-massage, he should take a position lying on his back while bending and stretching his legs sideways.
Contraindications
Before operating on the prostate gland using massage, you must make sure that there are no contraindications to such manipulations. This requires a thorough examination of the urogenital system. Diagnostic results will also help you know if a particular patient needs a prostate massage.
Urologists categorically prohibit prostate massage if the patient has the following contraindications:
- Inflammation of hemorrhoids?
- Stones or cystic formations in the prostate.
- Malignant damage to the tissues of the glandular organ.
- BPH;
- Tuberculosis of the gland.
If a patient is massaged with one of the above diagnoses, this will greatly worsen his general health and will worsen the course of the pathological process in the gland.
What to watch out for
Therapeutic prostate massage can be both beneficial and harmful. It all depends on whether all the requirements for a prostatitis massage are met. Preparing for a physiotherapy event is just as important. It consists of several stages:
- The first step is to understand if general or rectal massage will harm the patient. To do this, you need to check if there are any contraindications to the procedure.
- Immediately before the session, a man should clean the rectum from the stool. If necessary, he should make a cleansing enema.
- A man must prepare for the process. Psychological preparation is also important, as a positive attitude towards rectal massage helps to reduce the discomfort that patients usually feel.
- Anal pain may be felt during the first sessions. It is OK. To minimize discomfort and pain syndrome, it is recommended to do the procedure in 3-4 approaches, doing about 10 strokes at a time.
The urologist should inform the patient in advance of possible side effects. They are usually limited to moderate pain and discomfort in the anus. All this is done shortly after the prostate massage is completed. The symptoms of discomfort disappear on their own.
The course of massage therapy and its duration are selected for each patient individually. This process usually takes no more than 3 minutes. If a man is diagnosed with chronic advanced prostatitis, the session can be increased to 5 minutes.
Prostate massage sessions usually take place within 14 days. It is recommended to take a break at the end. It will be at least 6 months. If such a need arises, in six months the man will be able to attend treatment sessions again.
If, during a physiotherapy procedure, a man suddenly began to suffer from acute pain and severe discomfort, then he should be stopped immediately. Such signs are worrying. If they occur, it is recommended that you undergo repeated diagnostics to determine the cause of the discomfort.
Normally, while massaging the prostate gland, a secretion produced by the prostate should be released from the urethra. At diagnosis, fluid is collected and sent to a laboratory for analysis. If a man recovers, then his secret will have a transparent or slightly off-white hue.
With severe damage to the prostate tissues, a secretion will be released, in which there are purulent masses. In this case, you should give up the massage, as this can cause complications.
Prostate massage is usually considered as one of the stages of complex therapy. Such sessions should be performed in conjunction with medication. Only in this case, the treatment will soon bring a positive result, which awaits a man with inflammation of the prostate.