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 I have known about certain reflexes in the body that can slow the 
heart rate, two of the most notable being the oculocardiac reflex and 
the carotid sinus reflex. The article at the website listed below gives 
an interesting review of something called the "diving response." These 
reflexes have other medical effects, but some gentle massage over the 
face/eyes or maybe a cool sponge over the eyes might help slow the pulse 
rate. Heidi or Susan G., any comments? Dr Q
    http://www.cmhmassage.co.uk/MTIGB/seal


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