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🧘♀️ Medical Yoga: Concept, Suitability & Practice
Understanding what Medical Yoga is and how it works
1) What is medical yoga? How it is different from Ashtang yoga /hatha yoga
It adds medical angle to Ashtang / Hatha Yoga. Medical history of a person is taken in the first visit. Accordingly, his therapeutic sequence is designed, keeping in mind the contraindications of postures which might not be suitable for the client in his / her current state
2) I do not have any ailment; can I still join medical yoga classes?
Of course yes! Medical yoga is for preventive care as well. It’s appreciable that you do not have any ailment. You may come for the Preventive/Self care yoga that is still based on the concept of yoga therapy, props are used to make the posture more effective and it enables you to take long-term care of your health!
3) Can we do medical yoga for weight loss also?
Yes, certainly! Obesity or excessive weight eventually turns into ailment. If you feel that you are overweight and you would want to shed off a few inches, then you are welcome to join medical yoga. Your sequence will be focused on your requirement.
4) I am not flexible; can I still do yoga?
Yes! Flexibility is the result of doing Yogasanas. Is it neither a pre-requisite nor the target. We always move forward, both at body and mind level, when we start practicing yogasanas. A movement of even a centimetre benefits our body!
5) I am extremely obese; can I still do yoga?
Yes! We will design the postures as per your body requirement and yoga props are used to make sure that you are able to take maximum benefits from the postures.
6) Am I going to put on weight again when I stop doing yoga?
Our aim is to ingrain a feeling in you take care of yourself as you take care of your meals and other routine things. Once you start taking care of yourself, your practice will be ongoing and might become an integral part of your routine, you will be conscious of your wellbeing, and this will help you in keeping your weight under control…
7) Can I get any harm from yoga?
Although, Yogasanas are generally safe, it is advised that those should be done under supervision till you attain expertise in your practice. Unsupervised practice does have a possibility of missing out on some contraindications related to a particular posture resulting in unpleasant conditions like coughing, head-ache, tendonitis etc, specially if you push yourself to do stretches beyond your physical capacity or obstruct the flow of breath during the postures.
If you have a medical condition, you need medical yoga! Needless to say, that if a person having a medical condition like sciatica pain or knee arthritis choses general yoga class, you are exposing yourself to the risk of further injuries.
⚕️ Conditions Treated
1) What type of pain relief situation can be treated with Medical yoga?
The conditions that have shown almost 100% successful results are : Sciatica pain, lower back pain, pain due to prolapsed disc, herniated disc both in lower back or neck, conditions commonly known as Lumbar spondylosis, cervical spondylosis, Knee Arthritis, heel pain, shoulder pain, tenderness in back, pain while long sitting, walking, climbing stairs etc
⚕️Rope & Belt Therapy
Technique used in Medical Yoga for joint pain & alignment
1) What is Rope & Belt Therapy?
It is a part of Medical Yoga. This therapy is based on the principle of traction given to joints. It helps tremendously in giving relief from the Joint pain. It releases pressure from the disc or cartiledges.
2) Does it involve surgery or Medicine?
It is totally a non-invasive procedure, absolutely free of medicines. It involves usage of props like Ropes, Belts, Bolsters, Pillows and Bricks. They are used in a unique manner that correct the joint alignment, weigh bearing axis, strengthens related muscles and hence gives relief from Joint pain. This therapy has helped in saving many surgeries
3) Does it cure the joint pain permanently?
This therapy helps in pain management of the affected joint. If practiced in the right spirit, CONSISTENTLY, if all the advised precautions are taken, then this can help in preventing further deterioration of the joint, it can help in saving a surgery and it will help in managing the joint effectively and resume your normal daily routine.
4) Is it safe?
Yes, it is safe. It is an extension of yoga. Yogic postures are attained with the help of Rope & belts, held for a longer duration to correct alignment, bring length to the muscle and relief to the joint.
🕒 2. Class Structure & Joining Process
Session flow, flexibility, and enrolment process
1) What is the duration of the class?
Duration can be 45 mins to 1.5hrs depending upon the sequence advised to the client.
2) Do I have to follow a batch?
No, you need not follow a batch. You might have 1-2 people around you doing their own postures. You will be required to follow the time slot that you have chosen for yourself and do the postures prescribed for you under supervision of the Therapist.
3) What is the process to join a class?
It is recommended to take an appointment for consultation. We will take your case history, posture examination, physical examination to assess the cause and intensity of pain and accordingly advise postures for you. Normally it take 30 mins to 1 hour for consultation
🔁 Duration, Frequency & Follow-up
1) What is the Duration of yoga therapy for pain relief?
Normally, the sessions are spread over 2-3 weeks. There are both contact & non-contact hours. In most of the cases we have seen 80 to 100% recovery in this duration. Any extension required is discussed and mutually agreed with the client.
2) Frequency of sessions for pain relief
For initial 4-5 sessions it is recommended to come daily, later on sessions can be spaced out to thrice ot twice a week as per your progress and as agreed with the therapist.
💰 Pricing, Value & Comparison
Cost-effectiveness and long-term benefits
1) Costs of sessions for pain relief / medical yoga / rope & belt therapy
The cost is less than the amount spend on MRI + consultation + medicines+Physiotherapy with a benefit of avoiding surgery and relapse of pain.
2) How is it different from Physiotherapy?
In every Medical yoga session, whether it is for general fitness or for pain relief, 100% attention is given to posture correction (sitting/standing/walking), body alignment & form. The weak muscles are identified and shared with the client, even if it is over & above the scope of their particular case. Due emphasis is given to a client’s quality of sleep and food also. At InnerSaga, a lot of importance is given on teaching the yogic sequence to the client’s so that they do every posture RIGHT at home.
InnerSaga, keeps in touch with you, for about a year after the treatment is over, to check on your practice, your progress, any issues post treatment, to keep you motivated. At absolutely no extra charge!
🌸 Emotional & Spiritual Healing
1) How are other practices like Reiki, innerchild healing or Breathwork related to yoga?
Healing cannot be separated from the practice of yoga. Practice of the yogasanas helps your body to be ready for the healing sessions which may include rigorous breathing demanding good lungs’ and muscles’ capacity. Since the healing practices are intense in nature both at physical and mental levels, a strong, well-nourished body always gives an edge to deal with the process.
2) Does these spiritual practices have any side-effects or it involves hypnosis?
Spiritual practices, especially those offered by InnerSaga, does not involve hypnosis. The sessions are conducted in a state of deep relaxation which allows you to put your conscious mind aside and access the sub-conscious mind, the store house of all latent emotions. Access one emotions only aim to being well-being and not the side effects!
3) What should be the frequency of sessions for emotional healing?
Normally, it is once per week, however, since it is your healing session, a part of your healing journey, hence it is 100% upto you to decide the frequency. Generally advise is that any gap greater than 2 weeks, might phase out the effect of the healing therapy specially in the initial stage.
4) Does healing / counselling sessions solve the problems I am facing in my life?
Healing / therapy / counselling sessions are designed to support your personal growth & emotional balance. While these sessions may not immediately “solve” every problem, they help you gain deeper self-awareness, release emotional blockages, and develop healthier perspectives and coping strategies. This helps you to go to the depth of your emotional experience to bring clarity. This process often leads to meaningful changes and improved perspective, that helps you to navigate life’s challenges more effectively without taking any moral or social burden. Healing and counselling are tools to guide and support your journey—lasting transformation comes with time, commitment, and self-compassion.