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Haramaki (abdominal wrap)
A listing is not a recommendation.
Origin: Japan · Tradition: Japanese everyday yojo · Daily habits & sleep
What it is
A Japanese custom of keeping the abdomen warm with cloth. It is described as keeping the viscera from getting cold, giving a sense of ease in the low back, and supporting sleep.
A short introduction (not a treatment instruction)
- Choose a material that does not constrict too tightly.
- Use it during sleep or under air conditioning.
- Stop if the skin becomes irritated.
Symptoms or aims often mentioned with this practice
- Feeling cold easily
- Low back pain
- Constipation or digestion
- Sleeplessness
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Research notes (this is not a promise of effect)
D: Traditional use only. This review did not find enough clinical research on the practice itself
The sources were not confirmed in this review.
The everyday rationale (keeping the abdomen warm) is plausible, but research showing a clinical effect was not found in this review.
Safety notes
Excessive pressure can hinder breathing or digestion. Watch for dermatitis.
If you are unsure, or if you have a health condition, are pregnant, or take medicine, consult a qualified professional.
Situations in which this is better avoided
- A wound on the abdomen, or dermatitis in a flare