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LOOSEN UP!
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The next few paragraphs will tell you how by using simple
Swedish and other massage techniques, you can loosen your
muscles:
"How do I do that!? What is Swedish?" RELAX! Just listen
to your body and it will tell you which spot to press or
massage. Generally, acupressure points are held about three
to five seconds each. There is no correct way to do it.
Simply find the most sore or tense spot and press or massage
there.
Massage the muscles, kneading them, working gradually
from lighter to firmer pressure. Work from the center of the
body outwards. Then, stretch gradually just to the point of
discomfort, hold for fifteen to thirty seconds, release and
repeat, stretching further if you can.
RELAXING A STIFF NECK
STEP 1
Apply cream or oil, then, using a firm, kneading motion
similar to a contented kitten's front paws, massage back and
sides of neck with both hands. Begin at the base of the
skull, working slowly to the shoulders, and back a few times
while staying off the vertebrae. Do this for 1-3 minutes.
For further tension release, press points every one-half inch
down neck for three seconds each.
STEP 2
With the middle finger on top of the forefinger, press
hollow at the top of the neck for 4 seconds.
STEP 3
Using your first two fingers, press the points on either
side of the spine for three seconds each.
STEP 4
Continue as above until you have reached the depressions at
the ends of your shoulders.
Treatment For a Crick in the Neck
Much of neck stiffness is caused simply by incorrect
sleep and general posture. Also consider possible emotional
causes.
STEP 1
To locate the exact trouble spot press the aching part
lightly.
Step 2
Relax the area by warming with your hand, a hot pack or a
heating pad.
Step 3
Apply pressure with the flat of your thumb gently.
Step 4
Press gently until the surface discomfort has subsided. Then,
press firmly and massage in tiny circles until the deeper
pain is alleviated. Total recovery may take several days if
there's torn muscles, but this treatment should enable you to
move your neck without serious pain. Shoulder tightness may
be the cause of the more serious crick. Treat shoulder
tension at the first sign of discomfort.
End of file.