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managing aches and pains that come with aging (40)


managing aches and pains that come with aging (40)

I'm a healthy weight and I do various forms of physical activity regularly (mostly weight lifting, walking, and pilates on a weekly basis). I don't have any serious injuries and get plenty of sleep and hydration.

I do experience a lot of mental and emotional stress (I have PTSD so it feels like my muscles are always "on alert" and tense, if that makes sense) and I also perform lots of desk/computer work. I think both things are making this worse.

Stuff I've already tried:

*a deep tissue or sports massage about once every 4-6 weeks which is what my budget allows

*a few sessions of guided stretching with a PT

*warm epsom salt baths

*heating pads

*using an acupressure mat

*taking frequent breaks from the computer to move around

*ibuprofen or Tylenol for especially bad days

These all provide temporary relief but I'm looking for something to actually prevent the discomfort long term. Curious about specific types of yoga for this (as opposed to the generic "take a yoga class" advice), as well as acupuncture, specific ergonomic chairs/pillows, and anything else I'm not aware of! Open to most things besides a chiropractor. What has worked for you? I don't want to just accept my body feeling this way from now on.

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