Relaxation technique
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| Relaxation technique | |
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| Term | Relaxation technique |
| Short definition | Relaxation technique - (pronounced) (ree-lak-SAY-shun tek-NEEK) method used to relieve muscle tension and stress, lower blood pressure and control pain. Examples of relaxation techniques include tensing and relaxing muscles throughout the body, guided imagery (focusing the mind on positive images), meditation (focusing thoughts), and deep breathing exercises |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
| Comments | |
Relaxation technique - (pronounced) (ree-lak-SAY-shun tek-NEEK) method used to relieve muscle tension and stress, lower blood pressure and control pain. Examples of relaxation techniques include tensing and relaxing muscles throughout the body, guided imagery (focusing the mind on positive images), meditation (focusing thoughts), and deep breathing exercises
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