Yoga Therapy for Stroke

Description

By Arlene A Schmid & Marieke Van Puymbroeck
Trade Paperback Book
ISBN 9781848193697
325 Pages

A Handbook for Yoga Therapists and Healthcare Professionals

Invaluable reference guide for yoga therapists and rehabilitation therapists who wish to use yoga techniques to boost physical and mental wellbeing after stroke. Clear photographic instructions demonstrate simple postures and activities, designed to improve balance, strength and range of movement post-stroke.

A guide to yoga therapy for post-stroke rehabilitation, this book is for yoga teachers and yoga therapists, but also for occupational, recreational, physical and speech therapists who work with people with stroke and may integrate yoga into their practice.

Rooted in evidence-based research and written by two yoga teachers who are also academics and researchers in rehabilitation, the book provides basic information about stroke and neuroplasticity, discusses the mind body disconnect that often occurs after stroke, and provides instruction on how to improve balance, strength and range of motion. It also covers effective meditation techniques to help overcome the stress and emotional impact of stroke.

Clear photographs demonstrate yoga postures and activities specifically adapted for stroke patients, alongside case studies.