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The Complete HomneaGtuuirdaelthoeHaelribnsg, Nmateutrhaol Hdesaling, and Nutrition  
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Chiropractors use their hands in a skillful manner in order to perform  
different manipulative techniques. The process extends the joints to their  
fullest and then, with a short push, extends them further; which in turn  
relaxes the muscles around the joint and gives optimal movement and  
freedom to an area that was previously restricted in some way. This  
procedure may sound painful, but it should not be.  
slant board treatment  
A slant board treatment can help the spine, circulation, reproductive  
system, and more. It is really pleasant to use.  
Put a strong piece of wood, long enough to accommodate your height,  
on the floor with one end raised by six inches or a little more. (As you  
continue, you will increase the height, aiming at a height of two feet  
eventually.)  
Lie with your head toward the floor, feet on the raised end of the  
board.This will take the weight off your feet and relieve congestion in  
the hips, bowel, stomach, and lower back, as well as bringing blood to  
the head.  
Lie in this position for one minute at first, and slowly build up to fif-  
teen minutes.  
When dismounting, do so slowly to avoid any light-headedness.  
Do not use the slant board if you are pregnant or have high blood  
pressure, stomach ulcers, or heavy menstruation. There are also  
other times when it isn’t advisable, so ask your practitioner.  
You can buy slant boards or “tip-ups” from the Perfect Health Company  
(see the resource list at the end of this chapter).Alternatively, you can buy boots  
that hook over a bar, from which you hang upside down like a bat.You can also  
practice shoulder stands and headstands, which will have a similar effect.  
Breathing  
Correct breathing can really transform your whole life. It is the basis of all  
meditation, sports, singing, and other techniques. Insufficient, strangled,  
shallow breathing, gained through a life weighted down with illness, stress, or  
fear, will make your quality of life and emotional outlook much worse.You  
can learn breathing by joining a yoga class or by practicing easy counting  
techniques.  
belly breathing  
Do this exercise while lying down in a warm place or sitting comfortably  
in an upright chair, or else stand at ease with your shoulders relaxed.  


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