Breast pain is a serious, debilitating condition that affects millions of women every year. Conventional painkillers can be unsafe and ineffective, leaving sufferers with few places to turn for relief. If serious conditions such as cancer have been ruled out, reflexology can be a gentle and natural treatment for breast pain.

Reflexology can be used to reduce breast pain by the use of reflexology points on the hand. The most commonly used point on the hand for treating breast pain is located on the palm of the hand, one finger width away from where your middle finger joins the rest of your hand. The use of this reflexology point has the added benefit of promoting lung health and relieving general chest pain.

The second reflexology point commonly used for breast pain is actually a point used for arm and shoulder issues. This point is used because much breast pain actually originates in injuries to the arms or shoulders. Many muscles and ligaments in the shoulder area travel to the breasts, so addressing these issues will take care of breast pain as well. This point is located about one finger width from where your little finger joins the rest of your hand.

In order to use these reflexology points, sit in a relaxing environment and apply a small amount of lotion to your hands. Press the reflexology point firmly and hold for thirty seconds. Repeat this process several times in all locations needed. Perform this process as often as necessary until breast pain has subsided.

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However, there is no need to worry just yet. According to Medical News Today, of the 70 percent of women who experience breast pain, only 15 percent require medical care. Your breast pain, after all, could have its roots in harmless causes such as hormonal changes, a poorly fitted bra, breast scarring, or breast cysts. To help ease the pain you are feeling, there are different methods like reflexology to ease pain on breasts that you can try.

Still, breast pain can be very unpleasant. Even the small movements you make with your body can cause sharp arrows of pain to shoot through you. The good news? You can get rid of it quickly with massage and reflexology for breast pain.

Here’s why    

1. Ease tightness in the breasts

There are a number of reasons why your breast ligaments can become tight and painful. One of them is a bra that doesn’t fit you well. A bra that is too tight can compress your breasts and cause the tightness and ache you feel. It is good to know that a simple breast massage can ease these ligaments, getting rid of the tension and the pain you feel.

2. Reduce breast swelling

Before your period, your estrogen levels rise. This causes your breasts to swell. The feeling might be familiar to you: it is as if your breasts have been injected with fluid. They feel tender to the touch. You might be used to taking painkilling drugs to ease the discomfort, but there is no need for this when you start enjoying massage and reflexology. This is the safe, non-invasive way to say good-bye to breast pain and tenderness forever.

Got breast pain? Try this method and feel the pain leave your body in a matter of minutes.

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