Physio Yoga combines movement and breathing practice, with guidance and modification to adjust for medical conditions, pain and disability, to provide an efficient person centered style of rehab and prevention.
Therapeutic movement combined with relaxation training can have an influence on our nervous system. We now know that our brains remain changeable into adulthood. A concept known as neuroplasticity. This concept allows us to improve our movement abilities, improve resilience through a healthier nervous system and confidence in our bodies.
This type of “stress management tool” can aid in pain management, with lots of evidence around acute and chronic low back pain, along with hip knee and shoulder pain; can improve sleep, can help with depression and anxiety; and improve balance, mobility and function.
While yoga has lots of benefits, we all have individual needs and goals. With Physio- Yoga you have the advantage of having a physical therapist leading you through any needed modifications or adjunct therapeutic suggestions.