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Relaxation Therapy

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Relaxation Therapy Definition

A therapeutic regimen in which the patient is guided by the therapist into alternate relaxation and flexing of muscles throughout the body as a method of pain control. It is related to guided imagery and distraction and attention therapies.

Relaxation Therapy Synonyms

Relaxation Therapy

Terms in Relaxation Therapy category

Fleming Method Relaxation



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