Yoga Therapy for Stroke: A Handbook for Yoga Therapists and Healthcare Professionals

This book is a valuable resource for yoga teachers and therapists who work with people with stroke, providing them with basic information about stroke and neuroplasticity, instruction on how to improve balance, strength, and range of motion, and effective meditation techniques to help overcome the stress and emotional impact of stroke.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 328 pages
Publication date: 21 September 2018
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This comprehensive guidebook is a valuable resource for yoga teachers, yoga therapists, occupational, recreational, physical, and speech therapists who work with individuals who have experienced a stroke and are interested in incorporating yoga into their therapeutic practices. Drawing upon evidence-based research and authored by two experienced yoga teachers who are also academics and researchers in the field of rehabilitation, the book offers a foundational understanding of stroke and neuroplasticity, explores the common occurrence of the mind-body disconnect following a stroke, and provides detailed guidance on how to enhance balance, strength, and range of motion. Additionally, it delves into effective meditation techniques to assist individuals in managing the stress and emotional toll associated with stroke.

Clear and visually appealing photographs accompany the text, showcasing yoga postures and activities tailored specifically for stroke patients, alongside real-life case studies. This comprehensive guidebook serves as a valuable tool for practitioners seeking to integrate yoga into their post-stroke rehabilitation programs, offering a holistic and evidence-based approach to recovery.

Weight: 644g
Dimension: 250 x 182 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781848193697