Chapter 15 Relaxation Techniques (Progressive Muscle Relaxation)

OVERVIEW.

Progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) is a general method of relaxation by consciously contracting and then relaxing groups of muscles. The technique was originally developed by Jacobson, a Chicago physician, and has been used to reduce stress, reduce pain, and promote health.¹

SUMMARY: CONTRAINDICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS.

Two sources cited a total of seven concerns for relaxation techniques in the Jacobson tradition. Snyder, a nurse, cited six concerns, whereas Bernstein (PhD) cited one. About 70% of the concerns were procedural and related to eliciting hypotensive responses or potentiating medication effects. Other concerns relate to cardiac patients (performing isometric contractions) and chronic pain patients (focusing too much on pain).

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