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30
Jul 12

New Jersey yoga classes may help juvenile arthritis patients

Parents want only the best for their children: good neighborhoods, educational opportunities, healthcare – you name it. If a kid were to be diagnosed with juvenile arthritis, there's no doubt that parents would look for the best possible treatments for their physical struggles, which may include shoulder pain symptoms.

About 294,000 Americans aged 17 or younger live with juvenile arthritis, according to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), a division of the National Institutes of Health. Common symptoms of this condition include fever, rash and joint problems, such as pain, swelling and stiffness. The knees, hands and feet are often affected.

There are several medications that help treat juvenile arthritis, but why stop there? Considering that July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month, this is the best time to learn about complementary approaches to this disease.

While the thought of exercise may sound painful for juvenile arthritis patients, physical activity is essential to their health, according to NIAMS. Exercise helps improve pain symptoms while supporting joint flexibility and range of motion.

Flexibility? Range of motion? Do those things sound familiar? These are both functions that may benefit from the exercises taught in New Jersey yoga classes!

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30
May 12

New Jersey yoga classes may help rheumatoid arthritis patients

As part of Arthritis Awareness Month, individuals who have rheumatoid arthritis may want to educate themselves about the benefits of physical activity. According to new research, New Jersey yoga classes may provide a suitable regimen.

"It seems to be a very feasible, practical treatment for patients with rheumatoid arthritis," researcher Kirsten Lung told WebMD.

About 1.3 million Americans live with rheumatoid arthritis, a disease in which the body's immune system attacks the joint tissue. This may cause pain in the wrists and fingers, as well as shoulder pain symptoms.

Exercise is considered an effective therapy for rheumatoid arthritis because muscle strength may alleviate the mechanical pressures on joints. In order to evaluate the use of yoga among rheumatoid arthritis patients, Lung and her team conducted an experiment on 26 women who had the disease. The team assigned the women to six weeks of either yoga classes, or time on a wait list for yoga classes.

Results showed that subjects who took yoga classes did not necessarily experience reductions in pain, but learned to cope with the pain better. Furthermore, they were happier than they were before taking yoga.

Those on the wait list did not experience these improvements.

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11
Apr 12

Enthusiast offers tips to help optimize beginners yoga in New Jersey

If you are looking for a way to improve your health, chances are you've thought about taking yoga. However, if you've been reading the news, you may be intimidated by articles talking about extreme forms of yoga that involve unusually hot rooms, trapeze-like acrobatics and injury-inducing contortions that can cause spine and shoulder pain symptoms. This is NOT what beginners yoga in New Jersey is about!

"There are several disciplines of yoga, and with its rich history, the beginner can easily get lost – or worse – injured," said enthusiast and registered nurse Mary Jo Ricketson, as quoted by Chiropractic Economics.

She offered newbies seven tips on getting the most out of both their holistic health routine and everyday living:

1. Focus on your breathing in order to maximize the amount of oxygen that nourishes your body.

2. Increase strength, stability and balance by focusing on training your core muscles.

3. Use stretching to increase the flexibility of both the mind and body.

4. Get enough sleep to boost your energy levels.

5. Eat nutritious foods in moderation to achieve balance.

6. Appreciate your social connections to friends, family, worship communities and other circles.

7. If you have life goals, write them down to create a plan of action.

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3
Apr 12

Looking for beginners yoga in New Jersey? Here are some tips!

All over the U.S., people are wising up to the wonders and benefits of yoga. These exercises increase physical fitness while encouraging relaxation at the same time! But if you want to take beginners yoga in New Jersey, how do you find the class that is right for you?

AFP Relaxnews offers some valuable tips!

The easiest way to look for a class is to ask around. Talk to work colleagues, friends and family. It's a good idea to keep in mind what you're hoping to get out of your routine while seeking suggestions (and if what you want is a low-impact, meditative class, you should really look into Dahn Yoga locations).

Once you hear about a place that sparks your interest, pay the class a visit. Find out about what they charge, what supplies are needed, how large the class is and whether the teacher is certified. While you're at it, talk to the teacher to get a feel for what their approach to teaching is. The good ones will walk around class while instructing students and help them with adjustments.

Outstanding yoga instructors will also continue to train under master teachers.

While in class, exercises may prove to be challenging. However, they should never cause severe pain in the knees, lower back or neck. If you're having physical issues, discuss them with the instructor, who should be willing to suggest alternative poses.

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28
Mar 12

MS patient uses yoga to restore life balance

Several studies have demonstrated that yoga can help individuals cope with the stress of diseases ranging from back pain to breast cancer. One man living with multiple sclerosis (MS) discovered that the holistic healing technique was useful for helping him deal with the various symptoms of his condition, ultimately restoring a sense of life balance.

"Whenever you get sick like that, you read everything, and yoga's one of the things they say can help," Chuck Burmeister told The Advertiser-Tribune.

He had been living with MS since 2000. This disease can affect individuals differently, causing symptoms such as vision problems, muscle weakness, pain and depression. Burmeister went through several different medications before ultimately having to go on disability.

After he read that yoga can treat some of the individual symptoms of his condition, he started out with five minutes of exercise a day. Though it was difficult at first, he persisted. Eventually, his depression subsided, and his mind-body awareness improved.

Today, he is a yoga instructor who teaches free classes to MS patients at a hospice.

Burmeister is just one of many yoga success stories. To learn more about what this mind-body regimen can do for you, visit your local New Jersey yoga studio.

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22
Mar 12

New Jersey yoga classes can provide springtime rejuvenation

When people think of the spring, they may think of blooming flowers, refreshing rain showers or, if they're ambitious, spring cleaning. However, according to the Hunterdon County Democrat, closets and front yard are not the only things that may be in need of tidying. The mind and body also require special attention and care. Fortunately, New Jersey yoga classes can provide those very things.

And considering some of the stresses that may be associated with this season – hay fever, getting physically fit for the summer wardrobe, taxes – who can blame people for needing a little relief? However, it is important not to fall back onto unhealthier habits.

"Life's obstacles and challenges can push our minds and bodies out of tune," hypnosis counselor Barry Wolfson told the news source. "Over time, we get ourselves out of alignment. People might respond by turning to smoking, drinking or overeating. All of these are harmful and counterproductive."

On the other hand, the benefits of yoga are both mental and physical. The holistic healing technique is known to alleviate stress, improve body composition, increase lung capacity and optimize blood pressure.

So if you're looking for a new fitness regimen this season, try scouting out the nearest Dahn Yoga locations. Once you take up these exercises, the flowers won't be the only things blossoming in your home!

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21
Feb 12

Yoga can relieve shoulder pain and numbness on a plane

Airline passengers are probably familiar with the stresses encountered on a plane: shoddy food, dry cabin air, tiny bathrooms and so on. One of the more unpleasant experiences is muscle soreness brought on by sitting still for hours on end. Thankfully, yoga can provide relief from symptoms such as shoulder pain and numbness, as reported by The Mayo News.

Yoga instructor Lee Kennedy offers a tip for performing a helpful pose:

1. While sitting up straight, extend the arms in front of you with the shoulders pulled back and down away from the ears.

2. Cross the arms around each other, right under left, like you're going to hug yourself.

3. While breathing out, bring the arms toward the ceiling.

4. The left elbow should now be resting in the crook of the right arm, with the palms facing each other.

5. Take several deep breaths. As you breathe out, pull the shoulders away from the ears.

6. Try moving the elbows toward the ceiling (be mindful of your seat mates' personal space).

7. Repeat this exercise, switching the positions of the arms.

If you would like to learn more yoga exercises, try checking out your local New Jersey yoga studio. The health benefits of this mind-body regimen extend beyond airplane stress relief. According to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, yoga can help improve physical fitness, blood pressure and flexibility.

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14
Feb 12

Shoulder pain causes at the gym may include improper use of machines

Regular visitors to the gym may become familiar with certain noises: the spinning of stationary bikes, the motivating cries of personal trainers and the clanging of weight machines. But if the exercise equipment is used incorrectly, visitors may hear another sound – "Ouch!" Improper usage of the weight machines is one of the most common shoulder pain causes at the gym, as reported by EDGE. It may also lead to injuries to the back, knees and other areas.

The pec deck is one machine that may cause injury if used improperly. Users place their forearms on padded levers, with their upper arms parallel to the ground, and push the levers together. If done incorrectly, this exercise could dislocate the shoulder or tear ligaments.

A behind-the-neck press places a loaded barbell just below the neck of the user, who pushes the weight overhead at arm's length. This machine can also dislocate the shoulder, as well as put stress on the rotator cuff tendons.

Fitness writer Kent McGroarty has some better ideas for a workout.

"Go for low impact exercises whenever possible, such as walking, biking, swimming, circuit training and yoga, to keep fit without stressing the body," he wrote in EDGE. "Exercise machines can be great additions to a workout, but be absolutely sure you are using them correctly!"

New Jersey yoga classes won't just help improve physical fitness. According to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, they can also support stress management. What a bonus!

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31
Jan 12

Exercises can relieve arthritis and shoulder pain symptoms from cold weather

Some seniors may joke that they can predict a foul weather front based on their joint pain. Of course, things are only funny until the onset of arthritis and shoulder pain symptoms. No one is really sure why such weather seems to make pain symptoms worse for arthritis patients, but most experts agree the aches are real, as reported by North Jersey Media Group.

One patient advocate believes that it is one's reaction to the cold, not the weather itself, that can be responsible for aggravated symptoms.

"They shiver, they tighten up their muscles and they don't exercise as much," said Peggy Lotkowictz, vice president of Mission Delivery for the New Jersey Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation, as quoted by the news source. "They stay inside and become guarded, all the while losing their range of motion. But the cold itself, in general, does not make arthritis worse."

Other experts believe that physical activity, such as yoga or aquatic workouts in a heated pool, can help alleviate pain by strengthening the muscles. So if you feel like exercising some place warm and sheltered from winter weather, consider looking for a New Jersey yoga studio.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 23 percent of American adults have arthritis, adding up to 51.9 million individuals!

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23
Jan 12

People with medical conditions should approach New Jersey yoga classes carefully

There are a number of different reasons for people to take up yoga. It's good for meditation, helps manage stress and can improve physical fitness. However, people who have certain medical conditions should approach exercises taught in New Jersey yoga classes and similar courses gingerly, as reported by MyHealthNewsDaily.

According to Loren Fishman, who works as both a yoga teacher and physician, people who have osteoporosis should be conservative with forward bends, while those with herniated discs should be careful of forms of yoga that use forward bends. When it comes to twists, it would be preferable for the latter group to twist away from the side of the disk, Fishman said. However, people who have had hip replacements may want to think about using poses other than twists.

Headstands are not intended for individuals with neck or back problems, glaucoma or cerebrovascular issues, according to the news source. But in general, inversion poses could have health benefits for other people. Such moves could "strengthen the diaphragm, helping people with asthma, emphysema and bronchitis, and bring blood to the upper lung fields, places that are under-infused with blood," said Fishman, as quoted by the news source.

Luckily, Dahn Yoga is a low-impact technique that emphasizes calm and relaxation – in other words, no acrobatic headstands or contorting back bends! So if people are interested in this mind-body regimen for health reasons, they should feel free to look for Dahn Yoga locations near them. They would be in good company: according to a survey published in the Yoga Journal, 14 million Americans were practicing yoga on the recommendation of a doctor or therapist.

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