You are given an
amazing body that is interconnected in
ways that we are just beginning to
understand. Body, mind, and spirit fuse
together to make you, who you are. If
your
body is hurting, it affects how you think
and the spirit you project to others.
Massage is a supplement to the body’s
natural healing process. The food you
eat is transformed by your digestive
system into Adenosine Triphospate (ATP) the body’s energy
source that powers all of the body's
cells. For the body
to maintain health, and repair damaged
cells, each cell needs its’ share of
ATP. If a muscle does not get the energy
it needs, it sends a pain signal. The
process of systematic compression
increases circulation and helps remove
the toxins that build up over time. As
the cells get what is needed, the pain
subsides.
Massage works best in combination with
other proven pain-relief techniques.
First, eat right. Traditional Chinese
medicine believes that disease is caused
by energy blockage. By changing the food
that you eat, you change the chemistry of
the body, allowing it to remove
blockages and function properly. Not
only will your pain subside, but also
your clothes will fit better!
Second, move well and regularly.
Controlled movement helps loosen and
strengthen muscles. Low impact movements
like those found in yoga and tai chi are
good examples. For those with limited
mobility or desk jobs, some of these
moves can even be done while in bed or
in a chair!
Finally, breathe deeply. One of the best
pain-relief techniques is also one of
the easiest. Controlled, deep breathing
is a proven way to lower blood pressure.
It also helps muscles relax. If it works
for women in labor, it will help you
too.
Talk to your doctors and therapist about
all over-the-counter and prescription
drugs being taken. This allows all
providers to determine appropriate
treatment. Chronic conditions can lead
to medications not being as effective as
when originally prescribed.
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