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Stress regulation
Veldhoven & Waalre
We experience tension or stress in different ways, and it can be difficult to reduce or regulate it. Various factors such as work stress, major life events, or an imbalance between work, private life, and social activities can sometimes be difficult to influence. These factors can cause you to lose energy physically and/or mentally, or make you feel like you don’t have enough time to do things you enjoy. This can result in increased (muscle) tension, increased (chest) breathing, worrying, sleep problems, or a lack of energy. At Cardo Healthcare, we provide you with tools, individually or in groups, to create a better balance and to better regulate tension. We use mindfulness and relaxation exercises, apply breathing techniques, and ensure your body awareness improves. You will learn to recognize when tension is building and how to efficiently regulate or reduce it. Especially in the case of chronic pain, burnout symptoms, or if you experience a lack of energy, these methods can further assist you in your recovery.
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Below is a list of the various techniques and methods used in tension regulation therapy:
- Learning efficient abdominal breathing and breathing exercises.
- Mindfulness exercises that help you recognize tension in your body, become aware of (dysfunctional) thoughts, and help you “experience the present moment.”
- Relaxation exercises; various forms that are performed either practically or passively. These include autogenic training, visualization, and muscle relaxation.
- Education about the function of “stress” and its impact on your body and mental well-being.




