Hunching over a computer screen or cellphone compresses the neck muscles, which causes fatigue, muscle tension and headaches, and can injure vertebrae.
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Compresses
Synonyms for "compresses" (9 found)
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11 entriescompactingcompression bandagingcompression therapycotton compressgauze compressheat compressice compresslossless compressionlossy compressionpressingsqueezing
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12 entriesabsorbent compressair compressioncold compresscompress datacompressive forcecotton compressdata compressiongauze compressheat compresslossless compressionlossy compressionsterile compress
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He asked his GP whether warm or cold compresses were the right ones to use in his case.
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Besides herbs, often given as tea or a puree, special diets are recommended, as well as yoga and meditation, massage, and hot compresses on key parts of the body.
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