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From the Institute for Integrative Healthcare

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Muscle Tension

Description:

Muscle tension is a feeling of tautness in a muscle or muscle group. It can be the result of a demanding job, high levels of stress, repetitive motion, poor body posture or poor body mechanics. Treatment may consist of eliminating the cause and regular massage therapy.

Precautions:

Massage therapy is an excellent way of reducing muscle tension. It relaxes both the body and mind while improving blood circulation and lymph flow.

Can be alleviated by:

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