Structural Yoga Therapy is a physical therapy based on ancient Yogic and Ayurvedic principles.  Yoga, science of the mind and Ayurveda, science of the body.  Used for injuries, chronic pain, structural issues, Yoga Therapy is a program guiding you into maintaining your own health.

Range of motion and muscle strength assessments are carried out to show areas of muscular tension or weakness.  Once determined, yoga poses are given to strengthen or release affected muscles.  Breath control techniques (pranayama) are included to enhance body and mind awareness.  To conclude your personalized program, factors such as lifestyle, eating and sleeping habits and physical activities will be explored to help determine your Ayurvedic body type (Vata, Pitta, Kapha).  A personalized practice is then created based on your unique needs.  Meditation will be examined for possible benefits.

Your degree of success depends on your commitment to the program.  The standard Therapy course takes 12 weeks and following an initial 90-minute session, you will be given a personalized exercise program dependent upon the results of your measurements as well as the amount of time you are able to allow daily for practice.  Progress is monitored and adjusted through an open line of communication and either weekly-monthly sessions until satisfactory strength and range of motion is achieved.

The benefits of Structural Yoga Therapy are numerous.  The most gratifying moment for me as a Therapist is to see you walk with grace.  Grace returns naturally as pain decreases through increased range of motion and muscular strength.  You will recognize your own personal needs, you will feel a sense of accomplishment and  therefore be empowered.  My Structural Yoga Therapy successes have included the following issues: long-term back pain including sacroiliac pain, neck restriction and pain, joint issues such as Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, excessive range of motion, musculoskeletal injury and dysfunction;  and post-surgical recovery.