The yoga therapist at Fitness Canada Physio and Massage Centre in Calgary is a clinician who combines sound knowledge of yoga therapy principles with a background in modern medicine. There is extensive research available supporting the clinical benefits of yoga therapy. While yoga itself can alleviate numerous issues, it is particularly effective as a complement to other forms of healthcare, both alternative and conventional.
For example, studies suggest that yoga therapy can reduce the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation treatments for cancer patients and facilitate faster recovery after bypass surgery. In clinical trials, many patients with asthma, type 2 diabetes (formerly known as adult-onset diabetes), or high blood pressure who began a regular yoga practice were able to either lower their drug dosage or eliminate some medications entirely. Less medication means fewer side effects and, in some cases, substantial cost savings.
Yoga therapy respects individual differences in age, culture, religion, philosophy, occupation, and mental and physical health. A knowledgeable and competent yogi or yogini applies yoga therapy according to the time, place, and the practitioner’s age, strength, and activities. Various yoga practices systematically strengthen different systems in the body, including the heart and cardiovascular system, the lungs, muscles, and the nervous system. Yoga practices can improve the function of the digestive system, foster psychological well-being, and enhance oxygen delivery to tissues. Additionally, yoga can help the body more efficiently remove waste products, carcinogens, and cellular toxins.
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