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Biofeedback: Teach Your
Muscles to Relax
Do you have constantly tensed muscles? If so you may want to look into biofeedback to give yourself a chance to relax. 
What is Bio feedback?
This is a method that involves attaching sensors to your skin directly over your muscles, particularly in the back, shoulder and neck region -- where most people carry their stress. An electronic device attached to the sensors gathers readings that show when muscles are tense and when they are relaxed.
What are the benefits?
You can practice relaxing your muscle while attached to the sensor to teach yourself when each muscle is relaxed and when it is tense. This helps you identify how to relax your muscles out in the real world. Imagine being able to relax your neck and back muscles when you are the most tense! While you are sitting at your desk at work you can relax your shoulders and feel more comfortable and less stressed.
Over time you will get better at noticing your tense muscles and relaxing them. When your muscles are relaxed, your body will feel better and you will feel less stressed.
Is this technique for everyone?
Muscle feedback requires the help of a professional and visits can be quite costly. However if you have tried all other options, it may be worth checking out.
Where can I try it?
A professional is required to attach and read the sensors. There are many local clinics that provide this service, however therapists are more likely to be located in larger cities. Try searching for therapists in your local directory or asking your primary doctor to provide references for a good professional in your area.
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