Is Gentle Self-Massage a Pain Relieving Exercise?

I like to start with what the patient can use themselves to settle pain because it places them in control. We might think certain types of exercises like isometrics can have a pain relieving effect, but I'd want to test it on an individual basis. For some patients, if they're very comfortable with things like low back pain, maybe sciatic symptoms, I'll look for rescue positions. Lying on your back with a knee flexed and supported on pillows can be very well tolerated for some patients with lower back pain. If you're struggling with these symptoms, take some time out in that position, listen to some music or an audiobook or a podcast. Just give yourself