Headline: When Coughing After Rain, Be Sure to Avoid These Areas While Coughing
Subhead: A word of caution from a healthcare professional on areas to avoid while performing the post-rain relief technique.
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Feeling the urge to cough after a refreshing rain shower? You’re not alone. This age-old practice is often a soothing way to ease into the cool air that follows a storm. However, healthcare professionals advise caution, particularly when it comes to certain areas of the body.
Dr. Ray Rattu, a Specialist in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (SpPD) at Mayapada Hospital in Jakarta, suggests avoiding specific zones during coughing. "While coughing can provide a comforting sensation and even help alleviate muscle tension," he says, "certain areas should be steered clear of."
Ideal zones for coughing are those with thicker muscle layers, as this practice essentially provides a deep tissue massage, according to dr. Ray. This massaging effect can help relax muscles and reduce pain. However, the health/speaking-of-health/understanding-whiplash” title=”Whiplash relief and recovery – Mayo Clinic Health System”>neck, or more specifically, the area near the back of the neck where muscles are less prominent, is an exception.
"In areas like the neck, where muscles are not as dense, the risk outweighs the benefits," explains dr. Ray. Applying too much pressure in such areas could potentially impact internal organs.
For safe coughing, stick to well-muscled areas like the back, shoulders, and legs. And remember, nothing beats a good cough in terms of providing relief after a delightful rain shower!
As reported by detikHealth
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