Muscle Relaxation
Nausea can be triggered by increased tension and pressure on the spinal column. As a result, people who experience neck pain, muscle pain, and discomfort are more likely to feel nauseous after a while. They may also feel extremely dizzy, leading to loss of balance, fainting, and vomiting. In these cases, removing the tension and relaxing the muscle can help relieve nausea and all the other symptoms.
One way to reduce muscle tension is a technique called PMR or progressive muscle relaxation. PMR is a series of muscle exercises wherein patients must tense and relax. This repetitive sequence is proven to help a patient achieve mental and physical relaxation. PMR is simple, so anyone can do it. It is proven effective in reducing nausea after an operation and chemotherapy. It is also taught to patients with autism, social anxiety, and depression.
Another way to relax muscles is a traditional massage. A recent study showed that 39% of patients with low blood sugar, kidney failure, and diabetes reported experiencing less nausea after receiving a 20-minute daily massage for a month.
