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Feb 12

Pain management techniques can prevent difficulties for massage therapists

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were more than 122,000 massage therapists working in America as of 2008. This number is expected to grow to more than 145,000 by 2018. While these workers provide pain relief to clients, therapists themselves may be vulnerable to injuries from repetitive stress. Thankfully, yoga offers pain management techniques that may help avert these problems in the first place.

Massage Magazine recently wrote a book review of Yoga for Massage Therapists and Bodyworkers. In it, author Karina Braun, L.M.T., R.Y.T., describes how performing barefoot massage caused injury to her body. Following her recover, she realized how valuable yoga can be to her fellow therapists.

"As massage therapists and bodyworkers, we have to keep our bodies in top quality condition just like athletes. Even though we are not competing with another person, the work we do requires [the] proper body mechanics and alignment that yoga provides," Braun told the news source.

In her book, she states that yoga can help massage therapists integrate the mind-body connection, increase core strength and facilitate relaxing breathing. This can be important, considering that therapists rarely are able to afford sick days, she said.

However, massage therapists living in Nevada should look into Dahn Yoga pain management. This can help them maintain on-the-job wellness, thus helping both them and their clients. Everybody wins!

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Jan 12

Yoga’s pain management techniques may help college students

College students may be susceptible to a delusion common among all youth: invincibility. Hence all the keggers, the Freshman Fifteen or, for more studious individuals, all-night cram sessions. But even though back pain may not be a big worry in this population, small problems that aren't addressed early may become major issues in the future, one reporter wrote in The Daily Nexus. However, the pain management techniques of yoga can nip this problem in the bud.

One study conducted at the University of York, and published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, demonstrated that yoga may be more effective in treating back pain than other exercises, the news source said. Furthermore, subjects who practiced yoga experienced improvements in back function, flexibility and mood.

"[Given] all the hours we spend sitting at home or in class, we can all benefit from weekly yoga on the beach for both our physical and mental health," Kiyan Rajabi wrote in The Daily Nexus.

Any college students interested in Dahn Yoga pain management should feel free to pop their head in on a class. After all, this mind-body regimen isn't just beneficial for back pain, according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. It may also help improve physical strength and stress management ability.

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Dec 11

Yoga’s pain management techniques may help people with digestive problems

People who have conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, ulcers, acid reflux or other painful digestive problems may not prioritize physical activity in their lives. After all, why would you want to move around when you hurt so much? Well, according to one practitioner, yoga may offer some useful pain management techniques to these people.

There are different yoga poses that can gently move the abdominal organs, K.C. Dermody wrote in Yahoo! Sports. Additionally, yoga's breathing exercises for stress can be helpful in relieving pain.

"If you can only do one thing, practice belly breathing," Dermody wrote. "The pain relief experienced by practicing yoga is well worth the time and effort. If you don't feel comfortable joining a community class, there are many DVDs available that will enable you to practice from the comfort of home at your leisure."

And if you are interested in joining a community class, it shouldn't be too hard to find one. A report published by U.S. News and World Report stated that as of 2005, there were about 70,000 certified yoga instructors across the U.S. Furthermore, the number of people practicing the mind-body regimen went from 4.3 million in 2001 to 14.3 million in 2010.

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Dec 11

Yoga can teach runners pain management techniques

Running and jogging enthusiasts are well aware that performing these exercises well requires more than just the right shoes and outfit. They also require real endurance and stamina. But how many runners know that breath awareness and pain management techniques can also help them? Or that yoga can provide these benefits, and then some?

"After yoga I was more aware of my desire to pant like a dog when I ran up hills. (And in case you've never done this, it is a sure-fire way to cause a side ache and make yourself light-headed)," wrote Amy Donaldson in the Deseret News.

Athletes may appreciate that yoga can teach them how to be more aware of their breathing while they participate in other sports, according to Donaldson. Furthermore, Las Vegas yoga classes can help alleviate pain in the neck, hips and other areas.

When it comes to running, yoga poses can also improve one's balance and flexibility, according to the news source.

As of 2007, more than 13 million American adults, reported practicing yoga within the previous year, according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, a division of the National Institutes of Health. That represents an increase by 3 million people since 2002.

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Oct 11

Enthusiast says yoga is one of her pain management techniques without medication

People who are searching for pain management techniques without medication need look no further than the relaxing art of yoga. The activity, which originated many centuries ago in Asia, features breathing exercises to lower blood pressure, relieve stress and alleviate uncomfortable symptoms associated with many medical conditions.

According to an article in the Calgary Herald, meditating, posing, stretching and breathing can help ease pain and stiffness. Enthusiast Johanna Steinfeld said that attending yoga classes helped her feel fresher and more energized, particularly after turning 40 years of age.

"I am much more aware of joints and muscles than ever before, and now understand the importance of practicing every day," she wrote in her article. "Instead of resenting and fearing my body, I learned to listen, respect and trust it. In the past few years, I've learned through yoga to honor and work with the body I have now and not the body I wish I had."

Steinfeld explained that five years ago, she had been diagnosed with degenerative disc disorder, which made her feel frightened and worried. By engaging in yoga, however, she has achieved not only relief from pain, but also strength and inner peace.

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Oct 11

Pain management guidelines for athletes include yoga to strengthen the body

Are you an athlete looking to improve your game? If so, engaging in gentle breathing exercises, refreshing poses and soothing stretches at a Las Vegas yoga studio may be just the thing you need to achieve better strength, endurance and stamina. The holistic Eastern program is often included in pain management guidelines recommended for those with debilitating ailments. It has also been proven to help many people improve their flexibility, which is an important quality to have in numerous types of sports.

Recently, the Mayo News presented a sitting twist pose that may help kayakers achieve better alignment and core strength. Give this exercise a try before you take up the oars.

1. Sit on the floor with your legs straight in front of you. Place your right foot over your left leg so that the right knee points directly up at the ceiling.

2. Exhale gently and twist your body toward your right thigh. Place your right hand on the floor, pressing your left arm against the outside of your right thigh.

3. Continue twisting your torso to the right, inhaling and exhaling deeply. Stay in this position for a total of 10 breaths, then release with an exhalation.

4. Repeat this exercise on the left side.

In time, performing this exercise can help you warm up and strengthen your body before getting into a kayak.

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Aug 11

Pain management techniques like yoga can help people achieve healthy cholesterol levels

Yoga is one of the most effective natural pain management techniques, according to countless enthusiasts, who say that the program's breathing exercises for anxiety have helped them alleviate uncomfortable symptoms. This form of physical activity can also strengthen the body and improve flexibility, which could lead to better overall health. According to a popular article currently trending on CNN, more people should make an effort to understand aspects of well-being, such as their cholesterol numbers.

High cholesterol is a problem for millions of Americans, and when diagnosed at the doctor's office, it can result in fear and frustration. But are physicians putting too much stock in what essentially may just be a number?

According to cardiologist Arthur Agatson, the author of the South Beach Diet books, practitioners who define patients' risk for heart attack based solely on cholesterol levels may be doing them a disservice. Some studies have emerged, suggesting that this measure is essentially identical in people who have such adverse cardiovascular events and those who do not.

James A. Underberg, a professor and preventive cardiovascular specialist at the New York University School of Medicine, agreed.

"High cholesterol is not a diagnosis. It's a symptom, like a fever," he told CNN. "The first step is to figure out what's going on."

The condition generally arises from a poor diet and a sedentary lifestyle. As a result, adopting a holistic regimen like yoga can help prevent the ailment from developing in the first place. Although high cholesterol is not a surefire indicator that someone will experience a heart attack, practicing the breathing exercises, poses and stretches of yoga, which are meant to improve multiple aspects of well-being, can help keep levels low and facilitate the flow of energy throughout the body.

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Aug 11

Individuals looking for pain management options without medication turn to yoga

Do you have a condition that causes you a significant amount of pain and discomfort? Do you dread waking up each morning, knowing that you will have to endure the symptoms all day? You may want to try the holistic regimen of yoga, which originated many centuries ago and features breathing exercises for stress. Learning to focus on inhaling and exhaling – in addition to performing soothing poses and stretches – can help you relax and better deal with the pain.

This was certainly the case for 55-year-old Kathleen Grimbly. Between 1987 and 2001, she survived four car accidents that left her with chronic pain, according to the Bellingham Herald.

"My thing is yoga everywhere for everything, so fifteen minutes of yoga before you do an activity is going to benefit you way more than an hour once a week," she told the news source. "Fifteen minutes of yoga once a day in the morning will help keep you linked up the rest of the day, so you aren't in pain."

If you are looking for pain management options without medication, yoga may be a good way to manage your ailment. Try the following pose, which is designed to soothe and assuage your discomfort:

1. Sit down with your knees close to your chest. Place your hands on the floor behind you for balance.

2. Slowly stretch your legs apart to both sides, keeping the toes pointed up.

3. Roll your hips and torso gently forward, widening your legs slightly. Movements should be slow and gentle.

4. Place your hands on the floor in front of you. Walk them forward between your legs, keeping your torso straight and open. Hold this pose for 15 seconds, then relax.

5. Repeat five times for maximum pain relief.

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Aug 11

Yoga is one of the better pain management techniques, enthusiasts say

Performing breathing exercises for anxiety can be a great way to relieve stress, particularly if one is feeling tense and pressured from a busy schedule. This may be one of the reasons why the Eastern art of yoga is so popular among Westerners. The holistic mind-body regimen promotes the flow of the vital life force Ki throughout the body's meridian channels, which can lead to better physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health.

Because so many people juggle personal and professional responsibilities today, having an outlet like yoga can help them maintain high energy, stay calm and better manage their duties.

The gentle program – which promotes deep breathing, posing, stretching and meditating – is also one of the best pain management techniques, according to enthusiasts.

Recently, Health Jockey reported that women who struggle with fibromyalgia may benefit from engaging in yoga on a regular basis. These patients often experience symptoms such as chronic discomfort, fatigue, muscle rigidity, sleeplessness, gastrointestinal disorders and depression.

Fortunately, yoga may decrease both the physical and psychological costs of the disease, thereby improving the quality of life for these individuals.

Lead author Kathryn Curtis explained that yoga relaxes the body by reducing the activity of the nervous system, lowering heart rate and raising breath volumes. She said that these qualities tend to have a positive impact on the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, which serves as a major part of the neuroendocrine system that is involved in stress response.

Calming oneself through yoga can also enhance digestion, immunity, mood and emotions, sexuality and energy storage, the scientists added. 

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Jul 11

For breast cancer survivors, researchers compare yoga to other pain management techniques without medication

Women who have breast cancer know full well that the condition creates significant obstacles to enjoying life. Although drugs and therapies exist to help combat the disease, such treatments often come with severe side effects. Luckily, patients who are seeking natural pain management techniques without medication may find an effective one in the holistic mind-body regimen known as yoga.

The Eastern art, which originated centuries ago, encourages enthusiasts to perform breathing exercises for anxiety and stress relief. Focusing on one's inhalation and exhalation while stretching, posing and looking within has helped countless individuals achieve better health.

Recently, a study funded by Susan G. Komen for the Cure was launched to compare different types of exercise on factors such as fitness, quality of life and future risk of recurrence for breast cancer survivors.

Principal investigator Daniel Hughes, a professor at the Institute for Health Promotion Research, and his colleagues will be conducting the study over a period of one year. During this time, a total of 90 patients will be randomly assigned to one of three activities – a comprehensive program that includes aerobics and strength training, a yoga exercise regimen or general exercise performed at will.

"We expect comprehensive and yoga-focused participants to have better fitness outcomes, less stress and improved biological indicators of future risk of secondary cancers," Hughes said.

His colleague, Amelie G. Ramirez, added that regular exercise promotes health by decreasing the risk of breast cancer recurrence, heart disease, high blood pressure, obesity and type 2 diabetes. She explained that such a study may reveal new strategies that incorporate natural remedies to help improve the quality of life for women who have survived breast cancer. 

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