General or rectal massage for prostatitis is part of therapeutic therapy, the action of which is aimed at suppressing 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 done both in the hospital and at home.
Benefits of the procedure
Treating prostatitis with massage has a myriad of benefits. With the help of this physiotherapeutic technique, the problem of eliminating the stagnation of biological fluids in the cavity of the prostate gland and other organs of the genitourinary system is solved. Thanks to this, they quickly get rid of pathogenic microorganisms that provoke the inflammatory process.
At the end of the therapeutic massage session, blood flow to the problem organ increases and its nutrition is normalized with valuable microelements. The urination process becomes less painful as the swelling gradually subsides. Also, prostatitis massage in men has a beneficial effect on their potency, which has been weakened due to the disease.
The effectiveness of the massage depends directly on who performs it. The specialist must be fully aware of all the characteristics of this procedure. His actions should be as careful and gentle as possible. Otherwise, it can damage 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 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 all men agree with this treatment;
- AcupressureDuring the sessions, there is no stress on the prostate. The doctor only massages specific areas of the body that are responsible for the required internal organ function.
You can massage the prostate organ yourself. In this case, the most popular is perineal massage, which is recommended for chronic prostatitis. If a man finds it difficult to perform basic actions with his hands, he can use the help of a special massager. A specialist can suggest which device to choose for the treatment of a glandular organ.
An alternative to this procedure is horse riding, as well as taking baths, which are equipped with a vibratory water massage.
Regardless of the type of massage with which the patient plans to be treated, you must first make sure that the procedure is most useful for him and does not lead to negative consequences.
Rectal prostate massage
Rectal prostate massage with non-exacerbated 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 carried out in the clinic. The patient should, for the convenience of the doctor, take the position of the elbow with the knee on a special table. After that, the urologist can proceed with the procedure, that is, insert a lubricated finger into the anus and begin the massage.
In order for the prostate massage to have a positive result, it must be performed with gentle and gentle movements. The rush with such a procedure is dangerous.
With the doctor's permission, the patient can conduct such sessions at home. The urologist will recommend a massager 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 serious errors.
On average, a rectal massage course lasts about 2 weeks. The duration of physiotherapy treatment is determined by the doctor based on the man's current health indicator and the severity of the clinical symptoms of prostatitis.
General massage
Massage for prostatitis, which is carried out in the clinic and at home, can be general. During the session certain points that are interconnected with the prostate gland must be involved. They are located in different parts of the body. A specialist will be able to show the exact location of 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 unnecessary stress and fatigue. The procedure improves venous blood outflow from the pelvis. A mild effect on certain receptors can reduce the severity of pain;
- Pelvis. Improves blood flow to the prostate gland. If the massage of this area is done correctly, the patient's problems associated with erectile function are stopped. Massaging the pelvis eliminates the 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 note a decrease in pain;
- Lumbar region. Exposure to this area activates the nerve endings responsible for the proper functioning of the prostate. Thanks to this, the work of the glandular organ is stabilized.
The attending physician will tell you how to cure prostatitis by massaging different active points on the body. At the request of a man, you can choose a thematic video that shows how to properly massage to get rid of chronic inflammation in the gland.
To increase the effectiveness of the physiotherapy procedure, doctors recommend the additional use of massage products, which are supplemented with bee products and medicinal plants. Pharmacy balms will not be superfluous. Men should take a closer look at those that have an analgesic effect. They are generally made from snake or bee venom.
How to massage yourself for prostatitis
Patients who are allowed by the doctor to practice this method of treatment should ask questions about how to massage chronic prostatitis. Consultation with a urologist on this matter is mandatory, since not all men can afford to perform this procedure at home. This is because in some cases it has negative health consequences.
If the patient does not have serious contraindications and complications, he can perform prostatitis massage at home. It is best to use a massager for this treatment.
If the use of the finger method is planned, then 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 such purposes. After that, he should be inserted into the anus about 4-6 cm. At this distance, he can find a small pouch, which is attached to the front wall of the intestine.
The 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 where the prostate secretion exits.
During a therapeutic massage for prostatitis, massage can be done in several ways. Usually it is recommended to perform a funnel-shaped maneuver with your finger or to circle an imaginary number 8 with it.
In order for it to be convenient for a man to perform self-massage, he must take a lying position on his back, while he bends and spreads his legs to the sides.
Contraindications
Before acting on the prostate gland 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 results of the diagnosis will also help you to know if a particular patient needs a prostate massage.
Urologists categorically prohibit massage of the prostate gland 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;
- HPB;
- Tuberculosis of the gland.
If a patient with one of the above diagnoses is given a massage, it will greatly worsen his general health and aggravate the course of the pathological process in the gland.
What you should pay attention to
Therapeutic massage of the prostate can be beneficial and harmful. It all depends on whether all the requirements for a massage for prostatitis are met. Preparing for a physical therapy event is equally important. 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 you have any contraindications to the procedure;
- Immediately before the session, a man must clean the rectum of feces. If necessary, he will have to apply a cleansing enema;
- A man must prepare for the procedure. Psychological preparation is also important, since a positive attitude towards rectal massage helps reduce the discomfort that patients often feel;
- During the first sessions, you may feel pain in the anus. This is 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 must inform the patient in advance about possible side effects. They are generally limited to moderate pain and discomfort in the anus. All of this takes place after a short period of time after the completion of the prostate massage. Symptoms of discomfort go away on their own.
The course of massage treatment and its duration are selected for each patient individually. This procedure generally 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 are usually done within 14 days. It is recommended to pause 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 the treatment sessions again.
If, during a physiotherapy procedure, a man suddenly began to feel bothered by sharp pains and severe discomfort, he will need to stop immediately. Such signs are alarming. If they do occur, it is recommended to undergo repeated diagnostics to calculate the cause of the discomfort.
Normally, while the prostate gland is being massaged, a secret produced by the prostate must be released from the urethra. During diagnosis, 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 in which purulent masses are present will be revealed. In this case, he should abandon the massage, as this can cause complications.
Prostate massage is generally considered one of the stages of complex therapy. These sessions should be carried out in conjunction with taking medications. Only in this case, the treatment will soon bring a positive result, which is expected by a man with an inflammation in the prostate.