I am thankful to this forum (I had previously posted anonymously as I have a hard time navigating on this site) ... I posted back on 12/15/10 re. the shoulder pain I've had for since August 30th. Someone recommended ART (active release therapy). I had an amazing massage session with someone who combines several techniques including Trager and Deep Tissue work instead. It was brilliant and really released a lot of the pain! He told me that I'm holding my arm in a tense way, as it is trying to "protect" the area that's sustained the injury. I am trying to keep the movements "soft" in that arm & doing some of the gentle stretching/motion exercises shown to me. I plan to go back for a follow up session. The shared experiences here are validating and encouraging. Thanks! Happy New Year!
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I am thankful to this forum (I had previously posted anonymously as I have a hard time navigating on this site) ... I posted back on 12/15/10 re. the shoulder pain I've had for since August 30th. Someone recommended ART (active release therapy). I had an amazing massage session with someone who combines several techniques including Trager and Deep Tissue work instead. It was brilliant and really released a lot of the pain! He told me that I'm holding my arm in a tense way, as it is trying to "protect" the area that's sustained the injury. I am trying to keep the movements "soft" in that arm & doing some of the gentle stretching/motion exercises shown to me. I plan to go back for a follow up session. The shared experiences here are validating and encouraging. Thanks! Happy New Year!
December 31, 2010 - 11:04amThis Comment
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