How to Relieve Back Pain With Feldenkrais

How to Relieve Back Pain With Feldenkrais



Feldenkrais can help you relieve back pain, by teaching you correct body movement and its effects on the body. Taking part in Feldenkrais therapy will help you learn how your body should move and which movements are healthy and will help you to eliminate your back pain. There are many different Feldenkrais movements, but one simple move can relieve your back main almost immediately.









1


Lie in your bed on your stomach with your legs comfortably apart and your hands, palm down, near your head. Gently lift your head and look forward, holding this position for a few seconds. Lay your head down turning your body to the most comfortable side. Use a small pillow if you are uncomfortable.





2


Imagine your upper body, from waist to head, as one piece. Slowly slide your upper body in the direction that your nose is pointing, bending sideways from the waist, but not moving your hips and legs. Slide slightly less than possible, and rest in that position for three breaths.





3


Return to the first position and rest.





4


Slide backwards in the same way, bending slightly from your waist. Rest there for three breaths.





5


Move your upper body back to the beginning position and rest again, lying on your stomach. Take a deep breath and lazily lift your head, looking in front of you again. Notice if you feel something different.





6


Repeat this exercise at least three times, throughout the day.








Tips & Warnings










If any part of this move hurts, stop immediately; it is your body's way of saying that you don't need this particular movement. But, if you discover a step feels good, linger on it a bit longer, as it is your body saying you need this movement and it will relieve your pain the best.



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