One out of every 10 Canadian adults had a repetitive strain injury (RSI) serious enough to limit their normal activities in 2000/01. A study published in Health reports, shows that RSIs are affecting a growing number of adults.
- Statistics Canada, The Daily, August, 2003
Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) is term for a group of disorders caused by repeated movements that affect the muscles, tendons and nerves. Carpal tunnel syndrome is the most commonly known RSI.
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) repetitive strain injury is defined as: Qi (energy) Stagnation. In other words, the energy in the affected area is not flowing properly and is “stuck”. When Qi is stuck - pain results. The job of the shiatsu therapist is to unblock the “stuckness” and promote the smooth flow of Qi.
Shiatsu therapy is useful for stimulating blood flow and reducing the pain and tingling in the affected area. Channels (meridians) that run throughout the body carry Qi and blood. Shiatsu enables the smooth flow of Qi by stimulating specific meridians to obtain the desired result – reduced pain and numbness. A by-product of shiatsu is a relaxed and tranquil state. A calm the nervous system and allows the body to innately heal itself. You will feel fantastic after the treatment.
WARNING SIGNS - The following signs and symptoms may indicate the onset of an RSI.• Recurring pain or discomfort in neck, shoulders, upper back, wrists or hands.• Tingling and/or numbness• Loss of grip strength, lack of endurance and/or weakness. • Muscles in the arms and shoulders feel hard and wiry • Pain or numbness while lying in bed. Goal for Shiatsu in treating RSI To relieve pain, tingling and resume regular activities.
PREVENTION is key!
Good posture and ergonomic working conditions help to prevent or halt the progress of RSI. Shiatsu, rest, stretches and strengthening exercises assist to reduce the symptoms associated to RSI. Listen to your body. BEFORE you begin to feel pain and fatigue – STOP
Pay attention to posture. The shoulders and head should not be hunched forward. Problems may be aggravated by other actions: carrying children, knitting even using a knife on a cutting board can have an enormous impact.
- Take regular breaks.
- Invest in a headset. Do not tuck the telephone between your shoulder and ear.
- When typing hold wrist straight rather than bent up, down, or to the side.
- Improve strength and blood flow in the affected muscles by regular aerobic exercise
- Get adequate sleep and drink plenty of water.
- Relax muscles by using muscle-relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, qigong to reduce pain.
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) repetitive strain injury is defined as: Qi (energy) Stagnation. In other words, the energy in the affected area is not flowing properly and is “stuck”. When Qi is stuck - pain results. The job of the shiatsu therapist is to unblock the “stuckness” and promote the smooth flow of Qi.
Shiatsu therapy is useful for stimulating blood flow and reducing the pain and tingling in the affected area. Channels (meridians) that run throughout the body carry Qi and blood. Shiatsu enables the smooth flow of Qi by stimulating specific meridians to obtain the desired result – reduced pain and numbness. A by-product of shiatsu is a relaxed and tranquil state. A calm the nervous system and allows the body to innately heal itself. You will feel fantastic after the treatment.
WARNING SIGNS - The following signs and symptoms may indicate the onset of an RSI.• Recurring pain or discomfort in neck, shoulders, upper back, wrists or hands.• Tingling and/or numbness• Loss of grip strength, lack of endurance and/or weakness. • Muscles in the arms and shoulders feel hard and wiry • Pain or numbness while lying in bed. Goal for Shiatsu in treating RSI To relieve pain, tingling and resume regular activities.
PREVENTION is key!
Good posture and ergonomic working conditions help to prevent or halt the progress of RSI. Shiatsu, rest, stretches and strengthening exercises assist to reduce the symptoms associated to RSI. Listen to your body. BEFORE you begin to feel pain and fatigue – STOP
Pay attention to posture. The shoulders and head should not be hunched forward. Problems may be aggravated by other actions: carrying children, knitting even using a knife on a cutting board can have an enormous impact.
- Take regular breaks.
- Invest in a headset. Do not tuck the telephone between your shoulder and ear.
- When typing hold wrist straight rather than bent up, down, or to the side.
- Improve strength and blood flow in the affected muscles by regular aerobic exercise
- Get adequate sleep and drink plenty of water.
- Relax muscles by using muscle-relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, qigong to reduce pain.
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