When applying the intermittent pressure release technique, once the discomfort diminishes following the initial pressure, the next step is to:
a. stop the procedure.
b. press deeper until the discomfort arises again.
c. release the pressure but keep contact with the point for 1 to 2 seconds.
d. None of the above
c
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