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. This procedure has a number of indications and contraindications that you need to familiarize yourself with before the session. Prostate massage can be done both in the hospital and at home.
Advantages of the procedure
Treating prostatitis with massage has a number of benefits. With the help of this physiotherapeutic technique, the problem of eliminating the stagnation of biological fluids in the cavity of the prostate and other organs of the genitourinary system is solved. As a result, 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 is increased and its nutrition with valuable microelements is normalized. Urination becomes less painful as the inflammation gradually subsides. In addition, the prostatitis massage has a positive effect on men’s potency, which is weakened due to the disease.
The effectiveness of the massage depends directly on who is performing it. The specialist must perfectly know all the features of this procedure. His actions should be as careful and smooth as possible. Otherwise, it can injure delicate tissues, thereby aggravating the course of the pathological process in the genitourinary system.
Massage methods
Prostate massage for prostatitis is of several 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. Using this technique, you can improve the general condition of the internal organs of the small pelvis, normalize the work of the gastrointestinal tract.
- Transrectal finger massage. Acts directly on the prostate. This technique is relevant in diseases of the glandular organ. The main disadvantage of the procedure is that not every man agrees to such treatment;
- Acupressure. There is no stress on the prostate during the sessions. The doctor only massages certain 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 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 a special massager. What device to choose for the treatment of a glandular organ can be suggested by a specialist.
An alternative to this procedure is riding a horse, as well as bathing baths equipped with vibration massage with water.
Regardless of what type of massage the patient wants to be treated with, the first thing to do is to make sure that the procedure will be most useful for him and that it will not have negative consequences.
Rectal prostate massage
Rectal prostate massage for chronic prostatitis not exacerbated is considered one of the most effective methods of combating the inflammatory process in the prostate. According to the rules, it must be done in the clinic. The patient should be in a knee-elbow position on a special bed for the convenience of the doctor. After that, the urologist can proceed to the procedure, namely insert a lubricated finger into the anus and begin the massage.
In order for prostate massage to have a positive result, it must be performed with gentle, gentle movements. Hurrying 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 to treat prostatitis, as the finger method is difficult to perform in this case. During the appointment, the specialist informs the patient about all the features of the procedure and gives useful recommendations that will help avoid gross mistakes.
On average, a rectal massage lasts around 2 weeks. The duration of physiotherapy treatment is determined by the doctor based on the current state of health of the man and the severity of the clinical symptoms of prostatitis.
General massage
Massage for prostatitis, performed in the clinic and at home, can be general. During the session, there must be certain points associated with the prostate to be involved. They are located in different parts of the body. A specialist can show the exact location of biologically active points.
A general massage session designed to help a man with prostatitis recover faster will affect the following areas:
- Feet. Massaging this area will help a person get rid of the feeling of fatigue and unnecessary stress. The procedure encourages the outflow of venous blood from the pelvis. Slight action on certain receptors can reduce the severity of the pain;
- The basin. Improves blood flow to the prostate. When massage of this area is done properly, the patient's erectile function problems will be stopped. Massaging the pelvis eliminates the signs of dysuric disorders, and also makes bowel movements and urination easier;
- Buttocks. Stagnant processes are eliminated and blood flow to the problem area is improved. After such a massage, patients notice a decrease in pain;
- Cross. Exposure to this area activates the nerve endings that are responsible for the proper functioning of the prostate. This stabilizes the work of the glandular organ.
The attending doctor will tell you how to cure prostatitis by massaging various active points on the body. At the request of a man, he can pick up a thematic video showing how to properly massage to get rid of chronic inflammation in the gland.
In addition, to increase the effectiveness of the physiotherapeutic procedure, doctors recommend the use of massage products 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. Usually they are made from snake or bee venom.
How to massage yourself with prostatitis
Questions about massage for chronic prostatitis should be asked by those patients who the doctor allows this method of treatment. Consultation with a urologist on this matter is mandatory, since not all men can afford this procedure at home. This is because in some cases it has negative health consequences.
If the patient does not have contraindications and serious complications, he can do prostatitis massage at home. It is best to use a massager for this treatment.
If the use of the finger method is planned, the man must first put on sterile gloves and grease the index finger with petroleum jelly or gel, which can be used for such purposes. After that, it must be inserted into the anus about 4-6 cm, at this distance you will find a small pouch attached to the front wall of the intestine.
The massage should be carried out with extreme caution. It is best to limit yourself to light stroking movements. It is recommended that you move in the direction of the excretory ducts through which the prostate secretion exits.
During a therapeutic massage for prostatitis, massage can be performed in several ways. It is usually advisable to perform a funnel-shaped maneuver with your finger or to circle an imaginary number 8 with it.
To make a man comfortable with massaging himself, he should assume a lying position on his back while bending his legs and spreading them to the side.
Contraindications
Before acting on the prostate with a massage, you need to make sure that there are no contraindications to such manipulations. This requires a full study of the genitourinary system. The diagnostic results will also help you know if a particular patient needs prostate massage.
Urologists categorically prohibit massage of the prostate if the patient has the following contraindications:
- Inflammation of the 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 any of the above diagnoses, it will significantly worsen his general state of health and aggravate the course of the pathological process in the gland.
What to look out for
Therapeutic massage of the prostate can be both beneficial and harmful. It all depends on whether all the requirements for a massage for prostatitis are met. Preparing for a physiotherapy event is just as 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 he has any contraindications to the procedure.
- Immediately before the session, a man should clean the rectum from feces. If necessary, he must give a cleansing enema;
- A man has to adjust to the procedure. Psychological preparation is also important, as a positive attitude towards rectal massage will help reduce the discomfort that patients normally experience;
- There may be pain in the anus during the first few sessions. It's okay. In order to minimize discomfort and pain syndrome, it is advisable to carry out the procedure in 3-4 approaches, with about 10 strokes each time.
The urologist should inform the patient about the possible side effects in advance. They are usually limited to moderate pain and discomfort in the anus. All of this happens a short time after the prostate massage is completed. Symptoms of malaise go away on their own.
The course of the massage treatment and its duration are selected individually for each patient. This process usually takes no longer than 3 minutes. If a man is diagnosed with chronic advanced prostatitis, the session can be extended to 5 minutes.
Prostate massages are usually performed within 14 days. It is recommended to take a break at the end. It will take at least 6 months. If such a need arises, the man will be able to return to treatment in six months.
If a man was suddenly plagued by acute pain and severe discomfort during physiotherapy, it must be stopped immediately. Such signs are alarming. If they occur, it is recommended that you undergo repeated diagnostics to determine the cause of the discomfort.
Usually when massaging the prostate, a secret made by the prostate should be released from the urethra. During diagnosis, fluid is collected and sent to a laboratory for analysis. When a man recovers, then his secret has a transparent or slightly whitish hue.
With severe damage to the prostate tissue, a secret is released, in which there are purulent masses. In this case, you need to stop the massage, as it can lead to complications.
Massage of the prostate is usually considered one of the stages of complex therapy. Such sessions should be carried out along with the use of medication. Only in this case, treatment will soon bring a positive result, which a man with inflammation of the prostate will expect.