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YOGA THERAPY
Yoga Therapy for pain care is an evidence-informed approach to persistent pain recovery designed to help you move more freely and reclaim your life from pain. This approach uses the tools of therapeutic yoga and pain education to support you in moving beyond persistent pain.
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WHAT IS YOGA THERAPY?
Yoga Therapy is the application of traditional therapeutic yogic practices, such as considered movements, breathwork, meditation and guided relaxation, which have been personalised and adapted to aid your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being.
Yoga Therapy is a trauma-informed practice which uses mindful movement as a way of retraining the nervous system to release old habitual patterns that may be causing pain or distress and form new connections to restore balance and build resilience. This approach is suitable for just about anyone; it doesn't matter if you have never before set foot on a yoga mat, as Yoga Therapy encourages us to cultivate connections between movement, breath and awareness at a pace that is comfortable for you.
Modern medicine and psychological research support these therapeutic practices of yoga as an effective complementary therapy to support many people living with a wide range of physical and mental health conditions, as well as those looking for broader health and well-being benefits.
WHO IS YOGA THERAPY FOR?
It is excellent news that more people are attending yoga classes as a means of self-care and that many medical professionals are recommending their patients take up yoga to help them manage their health and well-being. However, many standard yoga classes are often not appropriate or even safe for everyone; in some cases, they can cause more harm than good. In a 1:1 Yoga Therapy session, things are very different! Each session is trauma-informed, and the individual's medical history and needs are carefully considered to ensure a safe and effective practice.
Yoga Therapy for pain care is for anyone seeking to take control of their pain and get back to living a full and active life; whether that’s enjoying sports, playing with your kids/grandkids or being able to walk to your local shops or even the end of the street. If you live with persistent pain, which has remained for more than three months, possibly even years, then I encourage you to get in touch. This can be anything from persistent neck, back and knee pain from an old injury to complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) and fibromyalgia. We will work together to create a positive action plan to support you in reducing your experience of pain and moving towards the things in life that bring you joy. Progress may not be linear, and it will take time and commitment, but change is possible!
A polite reminder that a doctor or qualified medical professional must diagnose all medical conditions.
WHAT YOGA THERAPY IS
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Evidence-informed complementary therapy that can work alongside medical treatment
A mind-body approach that incorporates a range of yogic and contemporary practices
An investigation into your pain cycle
Gaining an understanding of the neuroscience of pain
Nervous system retraining and regulation
Self-enquiry, reflection and creative expression
A supportive and therapeutic relationship
WHAT YOGA THERAPY ISN'T
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Medical diagnosis or prescription of medicine
Suitable for acute injury (less than 3 months)
Physiotherapy, kinesiology, osteopathy or chiropractic care
Psychoanalysis, psychotherapy or psychological counselling
Recommendation or referral for medical procedures
Medical advice of any kind
A basic one size fits all approach
THE BENEFITS OF YOGA THERAPY
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Reduce persistent pain and tension
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Calm and regulate your nervous system
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Increase interoceptive awareness
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Reduce painful flare-ups
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Support mental-emotional health
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Improve strength and mobility
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Boost energy and mood
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Reduce stress and anxiety
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Improve sleep and breathing
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Deepen self-knowledge and empowerment
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Develop a sense of interconnectedness
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Improve overall health and well-being
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM A 1:1 SESSION:
During our first meeting at your free consultation appointment, we will discuss a range of topics surrounding your health and build a picture of your individual needs.
In your first Yoga Therapy session, we will explore some movements and suitable breathing practices, which will then inform our following sessions. I will also work with you to create a simple daily practice so that you are able to develop even when we are not in a session.
During our sessions, we will work together to support you in breaking down old patterns and creating new connections. It is vital that you can remain committed to your practice throughout our time together so that you will be able to experience the best possible results.
The 1:1 Membership Plans run from 6 to 12 sessions. I would recommend weekly appointments to begin with, which will help to build up and strengthen your practice; however, we can change this to be fortnightly or monthly, depending on your requirements.
If you have any questions between our appointments, you can always contact me via email, and I will reply as soon as possible and try to support you as best I can.
In short, throughout our time working together, you’ll receive personalised guidance, an adapted practice to suit your needs, expert support, as well as specific steps to implement into your daily life and routine that will support you in integrating your practice.
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