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1. Dr.Asadul
Islam PT

2. WELCOME TO OUR PRESENTATION

3. MUSCLE RELAXATION

4. Describe Relaxation
Relaxation is a conscious effort to relive
excess tension in muscle. Relatively
tension less stage of muscle and mind is
called relaxation . Muscles come to rest
during relaxation .It is a process that
decreases the stress effects on mind and
body.

5. TYPE OF RELAXATION
There are two types-
1)General Relaxation
2)Local Relaxation
General Relaxation: Support, comfort and restful atmosphere are
basic conditions for general relaxation.
Local Relaxation: Local relaxation depends on some extent on the
Cause and distribution of the tension.
1)Preparatory to massage and passive movement.
2)For the relief of spasm by “Hold – relax”.

6. HOLD RELAX CONTRACT RELAX
1)It is used to stretch antagonist
muscle, when agonist movement is
less due to tightness of Antagonist
muscle.
1)It is used to contract of agonist
muscle, when agonist movement is
less due to weakness of Agonist
muscle.
2)Isometric muscle contraction will
take place.
2)Isotonic muscle contraction will
take place.
3)Patient will be instructed to
maximum contract to contain range
against therapist resistance.
3)Patient will be instructed to gently
contract against therapist resistance
and hence optimum contract of
muscle will be occurred within a
range.
4)Applicable though agonist is
strong and strong contraction is
expected.
4)Applicable when agonist is weak
and strong contraction may work as
counterproductive.
Hold relax & contract relax

7. MUSCLE Fatigue
Muscle fatigue is defined as a decrease in
maximal force or power production in
response to contractile actively. It can
originate at different levels of the motor
pathway and is usually divided into central
and peripheral component.
It can be a result of vigorous exercise but
abnormal fatigue may be caused by barriers
to or interference with the different stages of
muscle.

8. Muscle Spasms
Muscle spasms are painful contraction and
tightening of muscle. A muscle spasm is a
sudden involuntary movement in one or
more muscles. People may also call it a
charley horse or a muscle cramp or twitch.
Muscle spasms often occur as a result of
stress, exercise or dehydration.

9. Techniques of relaxation
Relaxation techniques may include :
a. Deep breathing
b.Massage
c. Meditation
d.Tai chi
e. Yoga
f. Biofeedback
g.Music and art therapy
h.Aromatherapy
i. Hydrotherapy

10. Factors Contributing To Fatigue & Tension
Fatigue is a complex issue that can
result from-
1.Increased hours of work
2.Work-related stress
3.Time spent driving
4.Night shift driving
5.Other activities of the workplace.

11. Muscle Tension
Muscle rigidity, also known as muscle
tension, rigor, or stiffness, is one of the
most common causes of muscle pain. It’s
characterized by the inability of the
muscles to relax normally. The condition
can affect any of the muscle in the body,
causing sharp pain that makes it difficult
to move.

12. MEDITATION MASSAGE
YOGA
TAI CHI
BIOFEEDBACK HYDRO THERAPY

13. Uses of relaxation
 Slowing heart rate
 Lowering blood pressure
 Slowing breathing rate
 Improving digestion
 Controlling blood sugar levels
 Reducing activity of stress hormones
 Increasing blood flow to major muscles
 Reducing muscle tension and chronic pain

14. Clinical application of relaxation:
a.Chemotherapy support
b.Chronic cancer pain
c.Hypertension
d.General stress
e.Insomnia
f.Surgery support

15. Indication and Contra-indication
Indication
a.Acute or chronic lung disorder
b.Anxiety and stress
c.Depression
d.Insomnia
e.Huntington’s disease
f. Post treatment stress
Contra-indication
a.Injury of head ,neck and knee
b.Headache and migraine
c.Pregnancy
d.High and blood pressure

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