EFEKTIVITAS KOMBINASI PIJAT TUINA DAN AKUPRESUR TITIK TIANSHU (ST25) TERHADAP  NAFSU MAKAN BALITA

Anisa Sevi Oktaviani; Anida Saputri; Gita Ayu Indria

doi:10.35671/ritekes.v2i2.172

Authors

Anisa Sevi Oktaviani Universitas Amikom Purwokerto
Anida Saputri
Gita Ayu Indria

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35671/ritekes.v2i2.172

Keywords:

Appetite, Tianshu Acupressure Point (ST25), Toddlers, Tuina Massage

Abstract

The toddler period is a critical stage of growth and development, accompanied by increasing nutritional requirements. According to the Indonesian Nutrition Status Survey (Survei Status Gizi Indonesia/SSGI) 2024, the prevalence of stunting in Indonesia was 19.8%, while in Banyumas Regency it reached 19.6%. These figures indirectly indicate persistent nutritional challenges, including the possibility of reduced appetite among some toddlers. Reduced appetite is commonly observed in toddlers and may be influenced by various factors, one of which is impaired digestive function. If not addressed at an early stage, this condition may increase the risk of nutritional problems, impaired growth, and eventually stunting. Management of appetite disturbances can involve non-pharmacological therapies, such as Tuina massage and acupressure at the Tianshu point (ST25), which are considered effective and associated with minimal adverse effects. This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of a combination of Tuina massage and acupressure at the Tianshu point (ST25) in improving appetite among toddlers. A qualitative research design using a case study approach was employed. The study involved three toddler participants from RW 01, Tambaknegara Village, Rawalo District, Banyumas Regency. The findings indicated that the administration of Tuina massage combined with acupressure at the Tianshu point (ST25) was effective in improving appetite among toddlers.

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