General or rectal massage for prostatitis is part of a therapeutic therapy, the action of which is aimed at suppressing the inflammatory process of the prostate. 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.
Advantages of the procedure
There are many advantages to treating prostatitis with massage. With the help of this physiotherapeutic technique, the problem of removing stagnation of biological fluids in the prostate cavity and other organs of the genitourinary 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 of valuable microelements is normalized. The urination process becomes less painful as the inflammation gradually subsides. In addition, massage from prostatitis in men has a beneficial effect on their potency, which was weakened by the disease.
The effectiveness of massage directly depends on the person performing it. The specialist should be fully acquainted with all the features of this procedure. His actions should be as careful and fluid as possible. Otherwise, it can injure sensitive tissues, thereby aggravating the course of the pathological process in the genitourinary system.
Massage methods
Prostate massage for prostatitis is of different types. The most popular are 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 normalize the work of the gastrointestinal tract;
- Transrectal massage of the fingers. Provides a direct effect on the prostate. This technique is relevant for diseases of the glandular organ. The main disadvantage of the procedure is that not all men accept such treatment;
- Acupressure. During the sessions, there is no stress on the prostate. The doctor only massages specific areas of the body that are responsible for the functioning of the required internal organ.
You can massage the prostate organ yourself. In this case, the most popular is perineal massage, which is recommended for chronic prostatitis. If it is difficult for a man to perform basic actions with his hands, he can use the help of a special massager. Which device to choose for the treatment of a glandular organ can be suggested by a specialist.
An alternative to this procedure is to ride a horse, as well as to take baths, which are equipped with vibration massage with water.
Regardless of what type of massage the patient plans to seek treatment with, he must first make sure that the procedure will be the most useful for him and will not lead to negative consequences.
Rectal prostate massage
Rectal massage of the prostate with nonexacerbated chronic prostatitis is considered one of the most effective methods of combating the inflammatory process of the prostate. According to the rules, it must be performed in a 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 to the procedure, namely, inserting a lubricated finger into the anus and begin the massage.
In order for the prostate massage to have a positive result, it should be carried out with gentle, flowing movements. Haste with such a procedure is dangerous.
With the permission of the doctor, the patient can perform such sessions at home. The urologist will recommend a masseur for the treatment of prostatitis, since 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 give useful recommendations that will help prevent gross errors.
On average, a rectal massage treatment lasts about 2 weeks. The duration of physiotherapy treatment is determined by the doctor depending on the current indicator of human health and the severity of clinical symptoms of prostatitis.
General massage
Massage for prostatitis, which is performed in the clinic and at home, can be general. During the session certain points should be involved which are interconnected with the prostate. They are located on different parts of the body. A specialist will be able to show the exact location of the biologically active points.
During a general massage session, which should help a man with prostatitis recover faster, the following areas are involved:
- Feet. Massaging this area helps a person get rid of the feeling of fatigue and unnecessary stress. The procedure improves the flow of venous blood from the pelvis. A slight effect on some receptors may reduce the severity of pain;
- The Pelvis. Improves blood flow to the prostate. If the massage of this area is performed correctly, the patient's problems with erectile function are stopped. Massaging the pelvis eliminates signs of dysuric disorders, and also facilitates the process of defecation and urination;
- Buttocks. Stagnant processes are eliminated, and blood flow to the problem area improves. After such a massage, patients notice a decrease in pain;
- Lower 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.
The attending physician will explain to you how to treat prostatitis by massaging different active points on the body. At the request of a man, he can pick up a thematic video that shows how to massage well in order to get rid of chronic inflammation of the gland.
To increase the effectiveness of the physiotherapy procedure, doctors recommend using in addition to massage products, supplemented with bee products and herbal remedies. Pharmacy balms will not be superfluous. Men should take a closer look at those with pain relieving effects. They are usually made from snake or bee venom.
How to massage yourself for prostatitis
Questions on how to massage for chronic prostatitis should be asked by patients who are authorized by the doctor to practice this method of treatment. Consultation with a urologist on this matter is mandatory, since not all men can afford to perform this procedure at home. Indeed, in some cases, it has negative consequences on health.
If the patient does not have contraindications and serious complications, he can perform massage for prostatitis at home. It is best to use a massager for this treatment.
If the use of the finger method is planned, the man should first put sterile gloves on his hand and grease the index finger with petroleum jelly or gel that can be used for this purpose. After that, it should be inserted into the anus by about 4-6 cm. At this distance, you can find a small pouch which is attached to the anterior wall of the intestine.
Massage should be done with extreme caution. It is best to limit yourself to light stroking movements. It is recommended to move in the direction of the excretory ducts through which the secretion of the prostate comes out.
During therapeutic massage for prostatitis, massage can be done in several ways. It is generally recommended to perform a funnel-shaped maneuver with your finger or to circle an imaginary number 8 with it.
To facilitate a man's self-massage, he should take a lying position on his back, while bending and spreading his legs to the sides.
Contraindications
Before acting on the prostate with massage, you need to make sure that there are no contraindications to such manipulations. This requires a complete examination of the genitourinary system. The diagnostic results will also help you know if a particular patient needs a prostate massage.
Urologists categorically prohibit massage of the prostate 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;
- HBP;
- Tuberculosis of the gland.
If a patient with any of the above diagnoses is given a massage, it will significantly worsen his general state of health and worsen the course of the pathological process in the gland.
What you should pay attention to
Therapeutic prostate massage can be both beneficial and harmful. It all depends on whether all the conditions for a prostatitis massage are met. Equally important is preparation for a physiotherapy event. It consists of several stages:
- The first step is to understand whether general or rectal massage will harm the patient. To do this, you need to check whether there are any contraindications to the procedure;
- Immediately before the session, a man should cleanse the rectum of stool. If necessary, he will have to do a purifying enema;
- A man must settle down for the procedure. Psychological preparation is also important, as a positive attitude towards rectal massage helps reduce the discomfort that patients usually experience;
- During the first sessions, pain in the anus may be felt. Its good. To minimize discomfort and pain syndrome, it is advisable to perform the procedure in 3-4 approaches, performing about 10 strokes each time.
The urologist should inform the patient in advance of the possible side effects. They are usually limited to moderate pain and discomfort in the anus. All this takes place shortly after the end of the prostate massage. Symptoms of discomfort go away on their own.
The course of massage and its duration are chosen for each patient individually. This procedure usually lasts no more than 3 minutes. If a man is diagnosed with advanced chronic prostatitis, the session can be increased to 5 minutes.
Prostate massage sessions are usually performed 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 begins to be embarrassed by sharp pain and severe discomfort, then he should be stopped immediately. Such signs are alarming. If they occur, it is recommended to undergo repeated diagnostics in order to calculate the cause of the discomfort.
Normally, when massaging the prostate, a secret produced by the prostate should be released from the urethra. During diagnosis, the fluid is collected and sent to a laboratory for analysis. If a man is recovering, then his secret will have a transparent or slightly whitish tint.
With severe damage to the tissues of the prostate, a secret will be released, in which purulent masses are present. In this case, you should abandon the massage, as this can lead to complications.
Massage of the prostate is generally considered one of the stages of complex therapy. These sessions must be performed at the same time as taking medication. Only in this case, the treatment will soon bring a positive result, which a man with inflammation of the prostate expects.