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Progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) is a relaxation technique that involves tensing and relaxing muscles throughout your body, one at a time.
PMR was developed by Dr. Edmund Jacobson in the early 1920s, and is based on the idea that you can’t experience anxiety while feeling relaxed and warm. PMR can help with a variety of conditions, including:
- Anxiety
- Stress
- Tension headaches
- Migraines
- Insomnia
- Bipolar disorder
- Backaches
- High blood pressure
Tips for PMR:
- Don’t continue any movement if it causes you pain
- Be cautious about stretching or tensing parts of your body that have caused you past problems
- If you’re not sure if it’s safe to do any part of this exercise because of injuries, it’s best not to try
- Consult your doctor first
