01/07/2018
-Self Massage for Tension Headaches~
When that headache hits in the middle o' the day, take a few minutes and try these simple massage techniques for relief from tension and neck pain.
Tension headaches are usually caused by stress. Massage techniques increase blood flow and oxygen to tense muscles, and this can help relieve the nasty tension that is causing you pain.
Self massage is a fast, easy way to relieve discomfort without the wait...cause who really wants to wait?
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+ Let your head hang loose, almost touching your chin to your chest.
With your hands on the back of your head, gently press down on your head, without straining, to loosen and relax muscles.
+ Apply pressure with fingertips at the base of your skull, gently pressing up.
Massage in small circles.
+ Massage in small circles, up and down the back of the neck.
+ Using pressure, place palms against your temples and squeeze upward (not squeezing in).
Use Conditioning Body Oil, Body Paste or another non-comedogenic (face safe) body oil for a smoother, nourishing massage.
Try these techniques on the couch or at the desk, or share them with a friend in need....
