Biofeedback: A valuable tool
Biofeedback is a terrific tool to have in your pain management tool box. It is one of those tools that once learned, can help in relieve pain from many conditions. Whether it be the need to overcome muscle spasms or relieve migraine headaches, biofeedback can be very useful.
Pain is a very complex syndrome and often takes a multi-modal approach to gain relief. When one approach is ineffective, the addition of other treatment alternatives can create synergistic effects leading to better relief.
As a holistic nurse, I believe in the importance of addressing the needs of the mind, body, and the spirit. Biofeedback is one way to integrate the mind and the body. With a little practice, many people have benefited from the use of this modality. By combining the use of equipment with focused concentration, people can begin to experience changes that have been closely linked to relaxation and pain relief.
Several years ago, I had the opportunity to learn biofeedback. Initially I learned it to help combat the frequent migraines and cluster headaches I endured. It was very beneficial. Then years later, I had severe back problems with incredible muscle spasms. And I asked for a refresher so I could use this to help combat the spasms. It was a great learning experience for me.
I had injuries that left my right side weak. Walking with a cane led to my development of an abnormal posture. This caused certain muscles to become lazy while others took over the extra work. The result was exhausted and irritable muscles. By using the biofeedback equipment, I was able to identify what positions were most relaxing for my muscles. By learning to maintain these postures and positions I was able to achieve comfort and relaxation in the muscles. Doing so provided an opportunity for the inflammation and swelling of the muscles to resolve and the spasms to subside.
Be sure to visit WebMD's new Integrative Medicine Center to learn more about biofeedback and other alternatives to traditional pain treatments, including biofeedback.
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Pain is a very complex syndrome and often takes a multi-modal approach to gain relief. When one approach is ineffective, the addition of other treatment alternatives can create synergistic effects leading to better relief.
As a holistic nurse, I believe in the importance of addressing the needs of the mind, body, and the spirit. Biofeedback is one way to integrate the mind and the body. With a little practice, many people have benefited from the use of this modality. By combining the use of equipment with focused concentration, people can begin to experience changes that have been closely linked to relaxation and pain relief.
Several years ago, I had the opportunity to learn biofeedback. Initially I learned it to help combat the frequent migraines and cluster headaches I endured. It was very beneficial. Then years later, I had severe back problems with incredible muscle spasms. And I asked for a refresher so I could use this to help combat the spasms. It was a great learning experience for me.
I had injuries that left my right side weak. Walking with a cane led to my development of an abnormal posture. This caused certain muscles to become lazy while others took over the extra work. The result was exhausted and irritable muscles. By using the biofeedback equipment, I was able to identify what positions were most relaxing for my muscles. By learning to maintain these postures and positions I was able to achieve comfort and relaxation in the muscles. Doing so provided an opportunity for the inflammation and swelling of the muscles to resolve and the spasms to subside.
Be sure to visit WebMD's new Integrative Medicine Center to learn more about biofeedback and other alternatives to traditional pain treatments, including biofeedback.
Related Topcis: The Many Styles of Yoga, Laughter Heals
Technorati Tags: holistichealth, integrativemedicine, bodymindspirit, painmanagement, alternativetreatment, backpain, migraines, musclespasm
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