yoga therapy

Yoga therapy is different to attending yoga classes. Yoga classes are comprised of general asanas or postures, breathing practices, relaxation and meditation. Yoga therapy involves the prescription of a program of specialised practices to relieve symptoms associated with specific ailments and diseases. Although ordinary yoga classes can improve general health and resolve mild complaints they may be ineffective or can be even harmful for serious conditions. In such cases, yoga therapy can help people by tailoring yoga practices to their individual needs, taking into account their health problems, flexibility and capability.

Yoga therapy practitioners are qualified yoga teachers with further training in human physiology, anatomy and applications of yoga to medical conditions. Numerous research studies show that yoga therapy practices are very effective for managing the psychosomatic diseases and disorders and stress-related conditions that are so common                                             today.

Yoga therapy starts with a one-to-one consultation to ascertain the presenting condition, associated health problems and related lifestyle factors. This is followed by a series of one-to-one or specialised group sessions. Yoga therapy starts with very simple but specific poses, breathing and relaxation techniques and meditation. Initial benefits occur irrespective of one’s previous level of experience with yoga. Yoga therapy is very safe when taught by a qualified yoga therapist. Yoga therapy empowers people to take a more active role in looking after their own health. Yoga therapy is based on the laws of nature thus offering a more natural way of healing. Yoga therapy is renouned as a soothing and healing therapy that works not just on the physical level but also includes the mind, energetics, and spirit. Releases stress & tension and creates deep relaxation & wellbeing. Yoga therapy is a wonderful addition to any other treatment you may also be receiving. 

  yoga therapy can be helpful in the following conditions

 stress reduction

recovery from injury & surgery

                                                                            arthritis and back pain

diabetes, heart disease, hypertension

anxiety & depression

                                             pain management, arthritis                                           

irritable bowel syndrome

recovery from addiction

weight reduction

                                                                             reproductive disorders

asthma

                                                                                        cancer