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MUSCLE TENSION (DUE TO STRESS)
In times of stress, your muscles might feel like they're carrying the weight of the world, turning into knots and tension that make you ache as if you've been carrying a heavy load for too long. Muscle tension can be a natural physical manifestation of their psychological stress, leading to discomfort, pain, and stiffness over time. BLAST® can help reduce stress and the physical discomfort.
How blast® works for MUSCLE TENSION (DUE TO STRESS)
BLAST® INTERVENES
TouchPoint Solution’s wearable devices are embedded with patented BLAST® (bi-lateral alternating stimulation tactile) technology. BLAST® is scientifically proven to alter the body’s “fight or flight” response caused by stress. The wearables emit alternating vibrations that disengage your standard stress response (sympathetic nervous system), and shift you into the calm, logical side of your brain (parasympathetic nervous system).
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CHANGE OCCURS
When using BLAST® consistently when stressed, overtime you may not need them in certain situations as they become less stressful because of BLAST®. One of the ways BLAST® works is by creating new neural pathways that help modify the memories that trigger our stress response. With continued use of BLAST®, these new neural pathways can build overtime, progressively reducing the release of stress related hormones that can cause muscle tension.
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MEASURABLE IMPACT
Stress can affect blood vessels, contributing to headaches. Studies show that within just 30 seconds of using BLAST®, people experienced a 74% reduction in their stress levels and a 68% reduction in body sensations related to stress. This data combined with our archived data suggest that there is a consistency in offering users significant relief from physiological and psychological stress in about 30 seconds. View our full Stress Study.
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How to use BLAST® for MUSCLE TENSION (DUE TO STRESS)
Before you start:
Learn the basics behind operating your TouchPoints. Understand how to operate your TouchPoints, the different modes, and more with our online user guide.
When to use BLAST®:
Spot: Use as soon as the pain starts
Preventative: If you can anticipate being in a stressful scenario, begin using TouchPoints 15-30 minutes prior and during
How to use BLAST®:
Scale: Rate your pain level on a scale of 1-10
Where: Place TouchPoints on your wrists, ankles, clipped to pant pockets, or simply hold them in your hands.
Mode: Use the Medium/Yellow mode.
Rescale: Wait 5 minutes, rescale, see if the pain has reduced. Repeat until the body sensation is gone or has become better and you can resume normal activities. *
*If the muscle tension does not subside, stress may not be the cause
USER SPOTLIGHT
See what our customers are saying about BLAST® & muscle tension.
Matthew J. Olsen
very literally, changed my life
"I am incredibly grateful for TouchPoint Solutions. I am a childhood sexual abuse survivor. Amongst many issues, I have complex PTSD and D.I.D. I also struggle with binge eating. I have worked with EMDR therapy and IFS for years and have found great success and a better understanding of my self through working these modalities. Bilateral stimulation has been key to my being able to really dig in, working through my trauma and responses to it. Over the past several months, these responses have increased in both intensity and frequency. My therapist had mentioned to me that there existed wearable EMDR "tappers". After searching online, I found TouchPoints and reached out for support through their scholarship program. Flash forward to today, 12 days of use since receiving them and I am honestly shocked and amazed by the relief I am experiencing. I have been on a regular prescription of benzos for months now, with additional doses for emergency situations. Within two days of using my TouchPoints, I didn't need to use any "emergency" pills. Over this past week I have reduced my daily amount in half. I am not a fan of medications, especially benzos. This, in and of itself, speaks volumes to the efficacy of bilateral stimulation and the benefits of being able to have easy access to it, outside of therapy sessions. Maintaining my binge eating is and always will be a struggle for me. I have implemented using the TouchPoints any time I am really overwhelmed with the impulse to eat. I can honestly say that I have stayed away from sweets since using them in this way. I am also much more cognizant of my actions and reaction to my impulses. I waited a bit longer than I intended before writing this review, as I have noticed other benefits and wanted to make sure that I was actually experiencing them and not a placebo effect. As many others have reported, I am falling asleep more easily. I've found more benefit wearing them as I'm winding down for the night, rather than when I'm actually laying down to sleep. I believe this to be the case as I am receiving the benefit of the TouchPoints, but my attention is not focused on it. Other benefits I have noted is an increase in my attention span. I seem to be able to focus and stay present more easily. Even when I am overwhelmed,I am more cognizant of my body responses (breathing, muscle tightness, etc) which helps to reduce the intensity of, or outright prevent, my dissociative episodes. One thing that I recommend is purchasing the pocketed sweatbands that can be worn around your ankles. Not only do they [reduce] the sound, but they allow you to discretely use the TouchPoints while in public. It has really helped with steadying my social anxiety at a lowered level. I do really like the appearance of them on the wristbands, however, having a techno light show performed from your wrists looks a little odd and draws a little too much undesired attention...at least for me. All in all, anyone who's alive and breathing will benefit from these. Anyone who has extra challenges in life will have a tool to aid them in handling them. I wholeheartedly believe that these are essential for anyone who has experienced trauma, who struggles with anxiety or depression, who has learning difficulties, or is in therapy. Thank you, TouchPointSolutions, for providing a tool that makes life just a bit more manageable and enjoyable. You have, very literally, changed my life."
TouchPoints are a general wellness device and not intended to be a substitute for medical care. Always refer to your medical professional for prescription related questions.