TRE (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises)

Developed by Dr. David Berceli through decades of disaster relief work, this seven-movement sequence tires leg and hip muscles to trigger neurogenic tremors. A 2024 study found that 90% of participants reported reduced muscle tightness after three weekly sessions. Compared to the average meditation technique, TRE offers faster relief—most users notice improvement within 15 minutes of trembling. The practice releases the psoas muscle, which holds protective contraction in chronic stress, affecting breathing and digestion. It requires 2-3 initial sessions with a certified provider for safe independent use, costing $50-100 per session, but can become a free home practice thereafter. Data from PTSD programs in 35 countries shows regular use improves sleep quality by 60% over two months.