5 Ways To Help Yourself Manage Pain With Simple Techniques

Gentle exercise

Exercise can be difficult if you are suffering from pain but you can get into this by doing gentle exercises.  One good example of an activity is swimming or water exercises to minimize the impact on joints. Weight bearing exercise are also essential for strengthening bones. This can result in weight reduction, which in turn will mean less stress on the joints.

Get enough rest

Sleep deprivation has been shown to change the way the body perceives pain. It is important to note that sleep provides the body the chance to heal damaged cells and recharge so that we are able to perform better.

Acupuncture

Many people who suffer from chronic pain find that acupuncture has a lot of benefits.  In fact, there have been cases where people who suffered from acute pain resulting from an injury, recover rapidly after undergoing acupuncture.

Meditation and Biofeedback

Meditation has been shown to decrease the sensation of pain or even eliminate it.  Try this age-old technique and reap the benefits. Start by looking for a quiet spot. Sit in a comfortable position and just concentrate on your breathing. Relax your body and mind. A 10-minute meditation session is a good start and you can progressively lengthen the time.

Knitting

Grandmother’s hobby has shown to decrease pain in certain individuals by evoking good feelings, safety in people, and decreasing the sensation of fear. It works by maintaining the hand’s flexibility. Just remember to stand up and move around once in a while because staying in one position is actually bad for your health.