KATHRYN MERROW, The Pain Relief Coach

How to Sit Up Straight in a Chair or at a Desk and Avoid Neck and Back Pain

Kathryn Merrow — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:20:43 +0000

Do you realize that you’re slouching when you sit? Would you like to learn how to easily sit up straight? Maybe you don’t notice you’re slouching but you DO notice that your neck or back hurts or you have a headache after sitting at your desk or when you’re relaxing. Quick tip to sit up […]

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How to Avoid Post-Exercise Soreness After Walking?

Kathryn Merrow — Fri, 30 May 2025 21:57:38 +0000

Eliza, a non-walker, went to a pro baseball game and a casino with her sister for an easy, fun day and evening outing. Her sister told Eliza that the ballpark was “just a couple of blocks” from the casino and hotel they were staying in. That sounded doable, right? First, there was a long walk […]

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7 Simple Ways to Get Rid of Stress and Pain at Work and Home

Kathryn Merrow — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 02:27:57 +0000

Work stress can cause pain, just like all stress does. Since we really don’t like having pain, we want to eliminate as much stress as possible from our work and home. Here are 7 ways to begin lowering your stress level. 1. Start reducing your stressors outside of work. When you are calmer at home, […]

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Benefits of Exercise and Posture Correction to Reduce Back Pain for Senior Citizens

Kathryn Merrow — Thu, 02 May 2024 22:52:40 +0000

Has your doctor ever told you that you have pain “because, after all, you are 60 years old.” Or 50, 49, 72, or 84 years old. Doctors often neglect–simply because they don’t know–the roles of your muscles and posture as causes of pain. However, poor posture typically means that your back muscles have become weak […]

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Breathing for Pain Relief and Relaxation. Want to Breathe with Your Whole Body?

Kathryn Merrow — Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:27:22 +0000

Did you know that focused breathing can help you relax? It can also help with back pain. Most people breathe with only the top of their chest or the bottom and some only belly-breathe. It turns out that you can move ALL of the chest and abdomen when inhaling and exhaling. Part one: I find […]

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Are You Breathing? Here’s How to Breathe for Natural Pain Relief

Kathryn Merrow — Sun, 21 May 2023 02:37:36 +0000

Perhaps you read the title and you’re thinking: BREATHING? Of COURSE, I’m breathing! But there’s breathing and then there’s breathing. 🙂 We breathe automatically during our whole life, that’s true. However, you can also use your breath as a means to calm down, as meditation, to become more peaceful and… by breathing you can relax […]

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What’s the Reason for Your Pain? Let’s Discover What’s Making You Hurt

Kathryn Merrow — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 23:34:38 +0000

This post relates to whatever type of pain or physical discomfort you may have… It seems like just today (because it was today, actually) I was talking with a nurse-specialist about intestinal issues. She was telling me all of the possible medical reasons for these particular issues. I asked WHY? I had to ask again, […]

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Water Exercises Are Good For Muscles!

Kathryn Merrow — Tue, 26 Apr 2016 22:20:26 +0000

Swimming and moving in water has lots of body benefits. Water acts as a support and as resistance. You may not get an aerobic workout but you’re still using and strengthening muscle when you move through water. Why would you like stronger muscles? Perhaps because you’d like less pain and discomfort? To feel more youthful […]

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Why Do You Have Knots In Your Back?

Kathryn Merrow — Sun, 24 Apr 2016 01:13:42 +0000

Are you wondering why you have muscle “knots” in your back? It’s pretty simple when you understand how your body works. I am always really, really happy when people discover the simple steps they can take to feel better. Here’s an email that I just received from Joe who had knots in his back. (Joe […]

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How to Have Better Posture and a Flatter Stomach

Kathryn Merrow — Wed, 04 Dec 2013 16:37:23 +0000

How To Make Your Stomach Muscles Strong! Why would you want to have a flatter stomach or better posture? 1. You will look better. 2. You will feel better in general. 3. You will have less pain! And that’s a big reason! When your ‘stomach muscles–the muscles of your abdomen–are strong, they will help you […]

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Motivational Post

Kathryn Merrow — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 02:03:08 +0000

Every time I run into this motivational quote I love it all over again. “I don’t want to get to the end of my life and find that I have lived just the length of it. I want to have lived the width of it as well.” – Janet Ackerman Why do I love this […]

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Is Tooth Pain Caused By Muscles?

Kathryn Merrow — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 01:03:17 +0000

There are two great big strong muscles in your head that can actually cause pain sensations in your teeth! It might FEEL as though your teeth are the problem but surprise! It’s muscles. The muscles in your temples can cause tooth pain. Here’s the link to an article: http://simplepainrelief.com/2011/12/03/jaw-pain-can-be-caused-by-temple-muscles/ Or it might be the strong […]

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How To Make Your Body Love You By Eating Real Food

Kathryn Merrow — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 02:03:26 +0000

Waaaay back when humans first came into being, there were no Froot Loops or Cool Whip. Everything that our ancestors was real. And their bodies knew what to do with that food. They got the minerals and vitamins and other micro-nutrients they needed as well as the fiber. Their bodies were supported by the food […]

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What’s The Difference Between Pain Relief and Pain Management?

Kathryn Merrow — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 03:27:32 +0000

Is there a difference between pain management and pain relief? You often hear about “pain management clinics.” You rarely hear about “pain relief clinics.” Sometimes people have a pain issue which can only be managed; it is not going to go away. Instances might be cancer or a nerve which is entangled in a cyst. […]

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Natural Back Pain Relief

Kathryn Merrow — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 02:59:41 +0000

I just got my hands on a brand new book written by medical doctor Norman J. Marcus. His treatment of back pain is somewhat different than my usual recommendations for therapeutic massage because he uses electrical devices BUT he treats back pain the very same way I recommend: He looks to the muscles! Of course, […]

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Breathing Makes Your Life Much Easier! Tips to Breathe More Easily.

Kathryn Merrow — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 19:37:35 +0000

Of course, breathing will make your life much easier! We won’t be around long if we can’t breathe. But if you have trouble breathing, there are steps you can take to breathe more easily. Breathing exercises your lungs. 1. Practice using your lungs. When they are not so inflamed that you can barely breathe, try […]

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Mermaid Demonstrates Water Exercises

Kathryn Merrow — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 02:25:53 +0000

Okay. So I’m not really a mermaid. But when I’m in the water I feel like one. 🙂 However, I am not an underwater mermaid. My absolutely most favorite thing to do in the water is to resist! As you move your arms or legs back and forth through the water, it supports you […]

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What Causes Stress And How Can You Get Rid Of Your Stress Naturally?

Kathryn Merrow — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 02:01:33 +0000

Feeling stressed? It turns out there are different types of stress. Good stress is the kind we have when things are really going pretty well. Life may be hectic, busy and full. Events like weddings, parties and graduation events are being planned. But we are in charge and probably having some fun, too. There is […]

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Get Rid Of Stress Naturally With Laughter!

Kathryn Merrow — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 20:05:02 +0000

Did you know you can lower your stress with humor? I used to work in a restaurant kitchen. The owner KNEW how she wanted her kitchen run! She caused big stress for some of the kitchen employees. She didn’t mean it, I’m sure, but she sure could do it. At least once a month, one […]

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Why Do You Need Arch Supports For Your Flat Feet?

Kathryn Merrow — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 01:38:13 +0000

Do you suspect that your flat feet cause problems for you? Or are they “just” uncomfortable? Did you know that fallen arches cause back pain, neck pain and headaches? Is it possible that you need arch supports for your flat feet? Maybe so. Here’s why: Your feet are the foundation of your skeleton. Your arch […]

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