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Posted: June 20, 2018 at 5:44 pm


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University Hospitals Connor Integrative Health Network offers customized yoga therapy consultations. The practice of yoga can offer many health benefits, such as reduced stress, increased fitness and management of chronic conditions.

Though yoga has become an extremely popular and even trendy form of exercise in the U.S., the practice of yoga originated in India, and has existed for thousands of years. Today, yoga is considered a mind-body form of complementary|integrative medicine. Yoga brings together physical and mental disciplines to achieve peacefulness of body and mind, as well as increased strength, flexibility, balance and coordination.

Yoga has many styles, forms and intensities. Hatha yoga is one of the most common styles, and some beginners find it easier to practice because of its slower pace and easier movements, though most people can benefit from any style of yoga.

The core components of most yoga classes are:

The potential health benefits of yoga are numerous and include:

While not a cure, yoga can help some health conditions when combined with standard treatment, or can be an enjoyable supplement to a regular fitness routine.

Yogas therapeutic benefits are currently being studied by the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. NCCAM is investigating yogas effects on many conditions, including:

Individual yoga therapy consultations are offered for those who desire a customized yoga practice developed especially for them.

To schedule an appoinment, call 216-285-4070.

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