There are some healing traditions that offer therapies that offer help reducing the stress and tension. Ask your doctor for a recommended practitioner or talk to friends and family for recommendations.
Massage
Who doesn’t need a good massage. Massage can help to release muscle tension which can cause feelings of stress. It can also induce a feeling of calm and relaxation.
Thai Massage
Thai Massage or Thai Yoga Massage is a form of healing touch in which the recipient wears loose and comfortable clothing. The massage therapist does not use the oils and lotions common in a typical massage. Instead of rubbing muscles, the therapist uses compression, gentle pulling and stretches, rocking and supports. The massage is typically done on a mat on the floor. As with all massage, this therapy can help induce a state of relaxation and relieve pain and anxiety. Follow the link below to learn more about this therapy.
Ayurveda
Ayurveda is a comprehensive system of healing that comes from India. In Ayurveda, diet, movement, herbal supplements, spa treatments and body cleansing practices are all used to address any concern. Ayurveda links stress and worry to imbalances in psychic and physical energy. Ayurvedic practitioners can provide recommendations to bring things back into balance.
Traditional Chinese Medicine/Acupuncture
According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) “originated in ancient China and has evolved over thousands of years. TCM practitioners use herbal medicines and various mind and body practices, such as acupuncture and tai chi, to treat or prevent health problems.” Specifically, acupuncture may help elevate mood and increase energy. This form of healing is very holistic and may see stress as a symptom of deeper concerns in energy flow throughout the body. Follow the link below to learn more about this therapy.
Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine
Yoga Therapy
Yoga Therapists have up to a thousand or more hours in training specific to the therapeutic applications of yoga poses to various mental and physical concerns. The heart area is often linked to worry, stress and fear so a yoga therapist might focus on gently opening these areas with supported poses in a one-on-one session. Many yoga studios offer a trained yoga therapist. Ask how many hours of training he or she has in yoga therapy. It should be at least 500 hours. Yoga teachers in your area may have recommendations of a therapist who is well respected.
Reiki/Healing Touch Therapy
Reiki is a healing technique based on the principle that the therapist can channel energy into the patient by means of touch, to activate the natural healing processes of the patient’s body and restore physical and emotional well-being.