| Yoga therapy for chronic pelvic pain combines traditional yoga practices with modern pain science to help treat and manage persistent pain so you can live well again.
Pain is a fundamental, and essential, aspect of our well-being. Its significance cannot be overstated. Pain is a real experience, even when medical professionals cannot identify its source or assign a specific diagnosis to your condition.
Most importantly, pain is not an unchanging, fixed state, regardless of how long you have lived with it. For a long time, there was a prevailing belief that pain equated to physical damage. However, modern science has revealed that this notion is not necessarily accurate, particularly when dealing with chronic pain. It is entirely possible to experience intense pain without any physical damage, and, conversely, one can have significant physical damage with minimal or no associated pain.
Pain has everything to do with all of YOU – body, mind, breath, emotions, present, past and future You. It is a sophisticated protective mechanism. When you (and your nervous system) interpret a dangerous situation for your wellbeing, the pain alarm will sound to get your attention prompting you to stop and change your behaviour. Pain is all about safety and is a healthy protective mechanism. Except when that mechanism becomes faulty.
In this 6-week yoga therapy series for Chronic Pelvic Pain, we will explore and gain a comprehensive understanding of the control we possess in reshaping and managing pain. The course is designed to provide direct experience in influencing and transforming pain through pain education, mindful practices, and the application of embodied yoga philosophy.
During our time together, we will delve into the latest findings in pain science in an accessible and approachable manner, striving to gain a better grasp of the principles governing this intricate and sophisticated protective mechanism. Our objective is to apply these principles in conjunction with techniques rooted in the compassionate heart of the Yoga tradition.
The focus will be on enhancing self-awareness, self-efficacy, courage, and resilience while establishing a secure and sacred environment for learning pain management.
The course will center on the following key elements:
- Gaining a deeper understanding of the science underpinning pain (does not require a background in science). Because understand pain is therapeutic.
- Learning about the biopsychosocial approach to pain management and how yoga is well versed in this approach.
- Exploring a diverse range of practices to nurture present-moment awareness, discernment, and regulation, all designed to influence and manage pain and its flare-ups.
- Specifically learning yoga practices inspired by scientific insights, including:
· How to move when pain persists · Exploring one's “Edge” to positively impact and change pain and bodily sensations · Gentle asanas (postures), sequences, and flows · Pranayama (breathing techniques) · Guided relaxation techniques · Mindfulness and meditation practices · Visualization exercises · An introduction to yoga philosophy to cultivate a positive inner dialogue · Learning how to implement a practical and personalized pain care practice at home · and more…
Within this small, supportive group of participants, the course is tailored to the unique circumstances of each student, showcasing the potential for pain transformation. We aim to foster a sense of community and provide a safe, nurturing space for engagement and connection within this personalized therapeutic group setting.
Additional details about the course:
- Week 1+2: Building awareness and calming the nervous system
- Week 3+4: Adapting with regulation, accepting and honouring challenge
- Week 5+6: Cultivating discernment and respite
- Each class combines a portion of theory, practice and discussion. - You will receive guidance for a home pain care routine to integrate theory, practices, and tools. - A recommended reading, 'The Yamas and Niyamas' by Deborah Adele, will be provided to support your journey. - The course includes a study and journaling component - Throughout this journey, you are encouraged to ask questions or share concerns via text, email, or in-person. - All course recordings, materials, and handouts will be made available to you. - The course is designed to instill courage, compassion, curiosity and fearlessness. - Together, we will uncover how we have the power to change pain. There is Hope.
For personalized attention, the number of places is limited to 10-12 participants
Want to chat to see if this course is right for you? Just send me a message or we can set up a short call
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