THURSDAY'S RELAXATION TECHNIQUES ~

[selmaS]

HI All...we r trying to get a thread on different ways we relax to help reduce pain  of HA's and body aches......

I like to sit in a low light, low sound environment and soak in a warm bath...candles help that have a nice soft clean scent.... lavender is supposed to be the number one, but I like vanilla or cucumber melon......

What do u do?

[Lymanlady]

Before my surgery a year ago I was so bad off I was lucky to be able to walk! After my surgery I was able to start jogging again after about 5-6 years of gradually losing my desire to run and gaining 60 #'s. As I look back I see Chiari slowing stealing my strength causing me to avoid running. So now I use my run as a victory over Chiari! Running is my gage on how I am doing. Some days my legs are light and some days they feel like I am wearing weighted shoes.
You know the feeling of over whelming exhaustion we feel? Well for me I found that when this exhaustion would over take me that if I gave into it and do nothing but lay around I would have it all day. But if I got up and moved I felt better! I know we are all so different in our response to this condition and what works for one won't work for everyone!

[selmaS]

Wow....I love the outdoors for the same reason that u do...but, to jog would  take the joy away as all that jarring would make me ache too much.....

I am so glad u r able to enjoy this activity and relax all at the same time.

Fantastic !!

[Lymanlady]

The way I relax is by jogging. I know that type of exercise is not for everybody but it is what works for me!.I am nearly a 70 y/o woman. My theory is not to give up one thing to Chiari without a fight! Since weakness is a big symptom to me I try to stay as strong as I can so that the muscles that are strong stay strong. When I am running and the sun is shinning this time of the year in Ohio the sky is the most beautiful blue! A sight to behold and my spirits sore and I relax and enjoy a wonderful day with a happy heart.
I Love All Of You!

[selmaS]

ok..so I could use some new ideas....neone????

all I got is a warm soak, soft music, candles and soft lighting.........

relax as best I can...what do u do?

[selmaS]

I hope we can get some new techniques.......????

[selmaS]

looking for some different techniques....ne one try the Fieldenkrais method?..it is supposed to hep with posture there by elevating pain....