What non-medicinal forms might help reduce constant muscle tension?
Heat and/or combinations: Heating pads, hot shower/bath, stretch in warm (not hot tub), hot baths, epsom salt bath, hot packs before other techniques such as electrical stimulation, massage. Stretch in the shower… (see Yoga) Breathing: Learning various breathing techniques facilitates the relaxation of muscles, including pre-natal class breathing. Breathing exercises either by itself or in combination with gentle stretches, gentle massage, meditation, gentle everything. Stretching should be done frequently throughout the day. Changing positions Frequently: Move before your muscle stiffen up. Remaining in one position for too long is a killer. Set your computer at work to send you a task every 15 minutes that tells you to change positions (carry a kitchen timer, set your watch if you can) (if sitting then stand, if standing then sit, if walking then stop and stretch) you get the picture. Yoga: Some classes give Hot Yoga which is a blend of heat, breathing and stretching. (room is abou
