Yoga Therapy

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Yoga Therapy

It’s may be defined as the application of Yogic principles to a particular person with the objective of achieving a particular spiritual, psychological, or physiological goal. The means employed are comprised of intelligently conceived steps that include but are not limited to the components of Ashtanga Yoga, which includes the educational teachings of yama, niyama, âsana, prânâyâma, pratyâhâra, dhâranâ, dhyâna, and samadhi.

Types of Yoga Therapy

While yoga therapy is typically performed on an individual basis, a subtype of yoga therapy includes a group element, where multiple people work together with a therapist in a small group and the power of the group is part of the healing process.

Techniques

yoga therapy can involve several techniques, such as:

Yoga postures

Breathing exercises

Meditation

Guided imagery

Relaxation exercises