Patient Education

Relaxation Techniques

Relaxation Techniques class is taught in the Patient Education Center (PEC), Siebens Subway. After completing this class, you should be able to do the following:

• Identify physiological and emotional responses to stress
• Demonstrate relaxation techniques to reduce the effects of stress on your health and to help you remain alert, energetic and productive
• Compare sensation of the relaxation response to the stress response

This is a single-session class that includes classroom instruction and educator-facilitated discussion. You will receive a packet containing relaxation-related written materials for future reference.

Register by calling 507-284-8140 or by making an appointment at the Patient Education Center reception desk. Classes are offered Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and can be scheduled to fit with your other clinic appointments.