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Relaxation therapy: adjunctive therapy for the physician.

D D Harrison

    Journal of the National Medical Association
    |February 1, 1983
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    Relaxation therapy offers behavioral medicine techniques to complement medical treatments for tense patients. Learning these skills, including controlled breathing and mental imagery, promotes self-regulation and stress management.

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    Area of Science:

    • Behavioral Medicine
    • Psychophysiology

    Background:

    • Tense patients often require adjunctive therapies to enhance medical treatment efficacy.
    • Behavioral medicine is exploring new modalities for stress management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To detail the foundational techniques of relaxation training.
    • To provide a basis for implementing relaxation therapy in clinical practice.

    Main Methods:

    • Controlled breathing exercises.
    • Progressive muscle relaxation.
    • Autogenic training.
    • Simple mental imagery.

    Main Results:

    • The described techniques form the core of relaxation training.
    • Acquisition of these skills requires dedicated practice and is cumulative.
    • Learned skills facilitate self-regulation and self-discipline.

    Conclusions:

    • Relaxation therapy can improve patient compliance and treatment efficacy.
    • These techniques empower individuals to manage stress effectively.
    • Relaxation training is a valuable adjunctive approach in behavioral medicine.

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