How to Ease Neck Pain with Feldenkrais

How to Ease Neck Pain with Feldenkrais



Living with chronic neck pain can make ordinary daily tasks seem unbearable. The Feldenkrais Method of gentle movements can reduce pain and increase flexibility, relaxation and self-awareness. Feldenkrais combines anatomy, biology, physics and physiology with elements of judo to reeducate the mind and body. Negative habitual patterns lead to stress and strain in the muscles. Learn to ease tension and neck pain with Feldenkrais movements.









1


Realign the body to move efficiently and effectively and decrease neck pain. By aligning the back, neck and pelvis posture will significantly improve and remove stress and tension from your muscles.





2


Balance. Feldenkrais movements to increase balance are simple but effective. Breathing exercises focus on body parts and employ positive thinking to strengthen the pelvis and improve balance. Good balance will help ease neck pain.





3


Relax your neck and shoulders. Pay attention to the tension in the upper body. Lift and lower one shoulder slowly for 1 minute. Concentrate on that specific movement. Keep your range of motion small.





4


Roll your neck. Do small head circles to one side. Roll your head gently and slowly toward the back, and then to the side. Press your ear near your shoulder and bring it around to the front, lowering chin towards the chest. Repeat this for about 1 minute. This Feldenkrais movement is designed to relieve tension.





5


Do the ear to shoulder exercise. Lower your ear to your shoulder and bring your head back to center position. Note all the body parts involved in this movement. Continue for 1 minute, and then switch sides.





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Lean your ear to your shoulder as in Step 5. Bring your head back to center. This time, lift your shoulder to your ear and then return to center. Alternate these steps for a minute, and then repeat for the opposite side. Do not strain.





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Practice Feldenkrais at home with tapes, with your favorite instructor or join a class. At first, try simple things like paying attention to the how you stand, your posture and your breathing. Feldenkrais retrains the mind and body to better health.


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How to EASE JOINT PAIN NATURALLY

How to EASE JOINT PAIN NATURALLY



Joint pain can really get annoying. Sometimes it seems like there is no relief from the agonizing ache that creeps into your joints and sets up camp. Fortunately, I have some tried and true remedies for easing your joint pain...naturally!!!







Things You'll Need:





ice pack, or a gel cold pack




hot water bottle




mat for stretching




massage oil









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If you get joint pain after a workout, then a great remedy is to stretch after your workout for an extended amount of time. Focus on lengthening the hip muscles and make sure that you have adequate space for stretching, such as a mat or floor space. I also massage my hip joints as I stretch, which seems to help ease pain.





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Alternating hot and cold also helps relieve chronic joint pain. Place a cold pack on the effected joint for about 15 minutes, then alternate it with a hot water bottle for 15 minutes. A few rounds of this will take your pain right away. The cold will reduce swelling, while he heat will ease pain.





3


Finally, giving your joints a good massage always helps with joint pain. Using massage oil, deeply massage the effected joint for about 20 minutes. You can follow this with a hot water bottle for added pain relief.








Tips & Warnings










Always check with your doctor before changing or starting any new home-treatment routine.



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How to Ease Digestion With Tea.

How to Ease Digestion With Tea.



If you have ever had problems with digestion you may want to try drinking teas with a specially of herbs that helps with digestion. While there are many recipes out there, I prefer the one written below because I like the taste of lemon balm and
rosemary
together.







Things You'll Need:





2 parts peppermint herb




1part Tarragon herb




1 part lemon balm herb




1 part Chamomile flowers




1 part Fennel Seed




1/2 part Rosemary herb




Honey to taste




Air tight jar.









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Pour all dry mix into airtight jar (preferably amber colored glass) and close lid.





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Shake to jar to stir gently.





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Prepare a cup of hot water and stir in one to two teaspoons of the heb teas mixture made about.





4


Then let sit for a few minutes and then sip slowly.








Tips & Warnings










Drink a cup of the digestion tea once or twice a day to relieve digestion. Works great after a big meal.



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How to Ease Depression With Acupuncture

How to Ease Depression With Acupuncture



Acupuncture is a form of alternative medicine that many people turn to as a way to treat their various ailments. It works by putting needles at certain points of the body to regulate a person's life energy. Depression sufferers, in particular, have found their symptoms reduced by acupuncture.









1


Check with your insurance. Some insurance carriers may actually cover visits to an acupuncturist. Before you seek out this type of treatment, find out if you are eligible for any type of reimbursement.





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Find an acupuncturist. Get a referral from your doctor or ask around for recommendations for an acupuncturist. If you can't get any recommendations, look through the phonebook for area acupuncturists.





3


Go over the procedure with the alternative medicine practitioner. Find out what is involved in acupuncture treatment for depression. Typically, the acupuncturist puts in needles to points on your body that are deemed "depression points."





4


Devise a plan on how often you should come in for treatment. You may need only a few sessions, but most likely several weeks of sessions will be recommended.





5


Keep up with your other treatments. Although you may find relief for depression through acupuncture, you should still continue taking any medications that were prescribed for your depression.








Tips & Warnings










Remember to talk to your doctor before seeking out any alternative therapies to treat your depression. For one reason or another, he may advise against acupuncture.








The cost for an acupuncture treatment varies from practitioner to practitioner. Expect to pay around $50 or more.



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How to Ease Computer Eye Strain With Chrysanthemum Tea

How to Ease Computer Eye Strain With Chrysanthemum Tea



The Chinese have used chrysanthemum flower heads as herbal remedies for thousands of years. It's especially popular to use the remedies to treat sore or reddened eyes caused by too much work, reading or computer strain. Chrysanthemums can also treat cloudy vision, a lack of tears, light sensitivity or dizziness. Follow these steps to ease computer eye strain with chrysanthemum tea.









1


Buy chrysanthemum tea. You can get it online or from natural food stores for around $5 for a box of 20 tea bags.





2


Use chrysanthemum as a topical solution. Get into a comfortable sitting position. Place warm flower heads or tea bags over your closed eyes.





3


Replace the flower heads or tea bags once they cool down with warm ones. Keep them on until the strain in your eyes disappears.





4


Steep a tea bag in hot water for 3 to 5 minutes. Pour drink into a mug or teacup. Drink 2 to 4 cups of chrysanthemum tea every day.





5


Make iced chrysanthemum tea by steeping a tea bag in hot water for 3 to 5 minutes. Refrigerate until cold. Serve in glass with ice.








Tips & Warnings










Take breaks while working on a computer to reduce eye strain. Consciously make sure you blink to keep your eyes from becoming too dry.








See your doctor if you experience elevated eye problems or continuous strain.



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How to Reduce Nausea Through Acupuncture

How to Reduce Nausea Through Acupuncture



Acupuncture's origins lie in ancient China. This method of healing seeks to relieve pain and illness by restoring balance to the body's energy flow, accomplished via the insertion of needles at prescribed acupuncture points. This discipline has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including earaches, colds, trigeminal neuralgia, frozen shoulder and pre-menstrual syndrome. It may also be possible to reduce nausea through acupuncture.







Things You'll Need:





Computer with Internet access for contacting acupuncturists in your area









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Get the care you need. Find an acupuncturist who is experienced in the treatment of nausea by visiting the Acufinder Web site (see Resources below). Your state may require that acupuncturists be licensed, so be sure to consider credentials when making a decision on whom to hire. The site breaks down these licensing requirements by state.





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Talk to your acupuncturist about the importance of the stomach meridian. Applying acupuncture to this point is said to reduce nausea and relieve vomiting. The stomach meridian is located just underneath the knee.





3


Consider a combination approach. Acupuncture combined with acupressure can help generate quick results in the treatment of nausea. Best of all, acupressure is a therapy that you can easily perform on yourself. If your nausea is chronic, this kind of autonomy can be useful. Discuss treatment options with your therapist.





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Follow the treatment plan suggested by your acupuncturist until symptoms dissipate or disappear.








Tips & Warnings










Your acupuncturist may charge rates that vary from moderate to expensive. His or her experience and credentials will play a role in fees charged, as will the city in which he or she is based.








Acupuncture coverage is offered by many insurance plans. It is not, however, offered by Medicare and Medicaid.








Your acupuncturist may prescribe herbs and supplements to support your treatment. These aren't covered by insurance plans; however, they are inexpensive to moderate in price.








If suffering from severe symptoms like extreme shortness of breath, don't attempt to treat your condition with acupuncture. Get help from a doctor.








Acupuncture can have dire consequences if performed by someone who lacks the proper training. Don't attempt self-treatment unless you have the necessary qualifications.








Before you start any alternative medical technique, be aware that many have not been scientifically evaluated. Often, only limited information is available about their safety and effectiveness. Each state and each discipline has its own rules about how alternative medicine practitioners can be professionally licensed. If you decide to visit one, choose one licensed by a recognized national organization. Consult your primary health care provider about your decision first. Keep your doctor informed about the alternative medical technique you undertake.



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How to Read Iridology Charts

How to Read Iridology Charts



Iridology practitioners examine the markings in the iris of the eye to locate problems in the rest of the body. They believe that different sectors of the iris are linked to different areas of the body. Certain markings or discolorations indicate potential weaknesses in those specific areas. Iridology isn't used to diagnose specific diseases or conditions. Rather, it's used to indicate general vulnerabilities in all major organs, including the heart, liver, lungs and brain. These vulnerabilities are determined with the help of an iridology chart. Follow these steps to learn how to read one yourself.







Things You'll Need:





Computer with Internet access




Iridology chart




Iris pictures from iridology camera







Notice Iris Markings and Compare Them to Iridology Charts




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Look for black markings. Black indicates dying tissue and is most common when the area indicated has scarring. Compare the markings seen on the iris to its location on the chart to learn where this scarring is likely to exist.





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Look for white markings, like small dots or lines. White indicates inflammation. It may mean that a particular area of the body is becoming overwhelmed. Consult the iridology chart to see which organ or system is experiencing this inflammation.





3


Look for rings and arcs around the iris. These may indicate a number of things. Smaller contraction rings may indicate spasms of a particular organ. A sodium ring at the edge of the iris may indicate slow metabolism.





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Be aware of what sectors of the iris correspond to which areas of the body. Consult your chart. A basic chart is available at Irisdiagnosis.net (see Resources below).





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Commit the basics of the chart to memory. The brain section is represented at the top of the iris. The colon is further in, closer to the pupil. Problems with the lungs, heart and spleen are indicated on the right side of the iris. Problems with the nose, larynx, thyroid and spine can be found on the left side.





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Learn more about iridology examinations, the history of the practice and how to read iridology charts at the "Iridology Now" Web site (see Resources below).








Tips & Warnings










Only a certified iridology practitioner should diagnose problems using an iridology chart. Novices can certainly read and use a chart for fun. Classes and certification are available from the International Iridology Practitioners Association (see Resources below).








A quality iridology chart is inexpensive. Iridology
cameras
can be pricey.








Visiting an iridology practitioner should be inexpensive to moderately priced.








If you experience acute chest pain or other serious symptoms, seek medical attention immediately.








Before you start any alternative medical technique, be aware that many have not been scientifically evaluated. If you decide to try iridology, keep your doctor informed about the treatment you undertake.



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