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The sciatic nerve is our largest nerve and exits the spine and runs through the butt muscle down the leg. Your back pain may begin in the spine or in the butt and ranges from mild to excruciating which may cause trouble in walking. To ease this pain release the piriformis muscle which compresses the sciatic nerve in the butt. Release: Sit on the end of your kitchen table and push into the middle of the butt with the table. This will release this piriformis…

The cobra posture is highly effective to relieve back pain from bulging or  herniated discs. It acts to create space in the front of the body while gently adjusting the discs back into the spinal column. The posture can be performed by anyone that can lay on the floor. To perform the posture: Lay on your belly with ankles and legs squeezed together. Hands are placed directly under your shoulders. Slowly reach your upper body up to the sky without pressing with the hands. Use the abdomen…

The Backhealer Breathing System LAY ON YOUR BACK Lay on your back with your arms and legs relaxed and the palms turned up. It is best to lie in a warm comfortable spot. Develop a space where you will practice on a regular basis. It is good to practice in the same space so your mind will begin to develop habits of relaxation just by being in the space. LIGHTLY CONTRACT MID POINT BETWEEN THE PELVIS BONES It is important to lightly depress the muscles…

The accumulative effect of everyday living can take its toll on our bodies. Many of us are not even aware of the physical and mental signs of stress. For some, feeling tired and tense is just a “normal” state of being. But stress which causes muscle tension can interfere with sleep, cause headaches and lead to severe aches and pains. It can make us irritable and increase our blood pressure, eventually leading to more serious health problems. Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) is a method developed…