Relaxation

Relaxation
Many of us have heard and read about relaxation, yet some of us still confused as to what relaxation is, its benefits and how to do it.

There are different types of relaxation techniques, each having specific guidelines and uses. Some techniques are used only to achieve muscles relaxation, while others are aimed at reducing anxiety and emotional arousal, or diverting attention.

The term “relaxation” means different things to different people. We can all identify ways to relax. For example, we may walk, watch TV, listen to music, knit or garden. These methods however are different because they include some from of physical activity that requires your mind’s attention. Relaxation techniques are also different from taking nap because using the mind actively to help the body achieve a relaxed state.

The goal of relaxation is to turn off the outside world so the mind and body are at rest. This allows you to reduce any tension.

Muscle relaxation
Muscle relaxation is one of the most commonly used cognitive techniques for symptoms management. It is popular because it makes sense to us. If we are told that physical stress or muscular tension intensifies our pain, shortness of breath, or emotional distress, we are motivated to learn how to recognize this tension and release it.

In addition, muscle relation is easy to learn and remember for practice in different situations. It is also one technique from which we can recognize some immediate results, such as the positive sensations of reduce pain, stress or muscle tension and calm, normal breathing. Muscle relaxation is not likely to fail because of distraction caused by symptoms or thoughts. It is useful strategy to reduce pain, muscular tension, and stress, while helping to control shortness of breath and to achieve a more restful sleep.
Relaxation