Jaw Physio

Pins and needles traveling down your arm? If you don't have time to see a therapist, try this quick and easy nerve glide. It helps slide and glide your brachial plexus, which supplies your whole arm. This one is especially helpful for the median nerve, often aggravated by a flexed wrist. Keep your wrist flexed, move your arms slowly, and let your head and eyes follow your fingertips as you gently move around an imaginary beach ball. Stop at the very first hint of tension or pulling in your arm or neck, and gently return to your chest. This is not about a strong stretch, just the first sensation. Do 15 reps twice a day. If that's too much, start with 2-5. Only do one side at a time. If you have pins and needles on both sides, focus on one side first. This simple movement can make a big difference.

You're in pain from your neck, head, or jaw, and you forget about it. Then you spend a weekend gardening, and BAM! All your symptoms come roaring back.

It's easy to fall back into old habits when you're feeling better. But certain movements, like using large secateurs at arm's length, can seriously aggravate your neck and trigger headaches and migraines.

Protect your progress: use smaller tools, keep your arms close to your body, and switch tasks every 10-20 minutes. Mixing it up is key to managing your symptoms and enjoying your garden without the pain.

Have you experienced this after a weekend of activity?