- Pressure Points: Focus on the lower back, near the spine and the muscles that run along it.
- How to Do It:
- Sit or stand in a comfortable position.
- Use your thumbs or fingertips to apply firm pressure along your spine, working your way up and down the muscles of your lower back.
- For added relief, use a tennis ball or massage roller and roll it over the affected area.
- Do this for 5-10 minutes to relieve tension and improve circulation.
3. Hands and Wrists (for Carpal Tunnel or General Discomfort):
- Pressure Points: Focus on the palms, fingers, and wrists.
- How to Do It:
- Place your thumb in the center of your palm and apply gentle pressure in circular motions.
- Use your thumb and index finger to massage each finger, gently pulling and stretching them.
- For the wrists, use your fingers to massage the inner and outer areas of the wrist joint.
- Spend about 5-10 minutes on each hand.
4. Legs and Feet (for Calf Pain or Plantar Fasciitis):
- Pressure Points: Focus on the calves, the soles of the feet, and the arches.
- How to Do It:
- Sit or stand and apply gentle pressure with your hands or thumbs to the calves, massaging in circular motions.
- Use your fingers to knead the soles of your feet, paying special attention to the arches.
- For plantar fasciitis, stretch the toes by gently pulling them towards your body, massaging the arch with your thumbs.
- This can help relieve tension and improve blood flow to the legs and feet.