YOGA FOR FIBRO
fibro soulja - Sep 30th, 2009 4:09 PM
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HAS ANYONE TRIED YOGA FOR FIBRO PAIN? MY PAIN SPECIALIST TOLD ME TO TRY IT BUT WHEN I LOOK IT UP ..THERE ARE SO MANY TO CHOOSE FROM AND WHEN I VIEW VIDEO CLIPS ..I KNOW MY BODY WON'T BEND THAT WAY LOL IF ANYONE HAS ANY INFO ABOUT IT PLEASE LET ME KNOW. MY NAME IS MANDY BTW.

THANKS IN ADVANCE =)

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Fantod - Sep 30th, 2009 11:06 PM

Mandy, another option would be Tai Chi. It is highly recommended for Fibromyalgia (FMS). I'm with you - I can get down on the floor but getting up is impossible without help. You can find DVDs for beginners on Amazon. Tai Chi can be done anywhere and requires no special equipment or clothing. Take care.


solanadelfina - Oct 2nd, 2009 12:55 AM

If memory serves, I believe that the Mayo has put out a double DVD set for Fibromyalgia, mostly dealing with nutrition and exercise. The exercise is a yoga routine specifically designed for fibro by Rodney Yee. There are gentle poses, with special adaptations like using pillows to lessen the 'stretching distance' or resting body parts on chairs instead of leaning over too far. I found it very easy, and liked how he stressed not to push oneself too far. I also like his AM yoga tape and another GAIAM one for stress relief, but those are a bit more work. Good luck.




lucky13 - Oct 18th, 2009 2:55 PM

I am plus size, so I have been using Just my size yoga on dvd. For me the key is to know your limits and only go as far as your body is able, I know I can't touch my toes, so I go as far as my body will let me and not push my self to hard. Over time the poses will come easier.
I think yoga is great, because of the stretching and relaxation breathing which I find helpful after a stressful day and I can't sleep.


Aussie - Dec 11th, 2009 11:14 AM

I have ben trying o discover what I have and although I knew it being a registered nurse it still makes me angry. I use Fentanyl Patchs and thy are a god send.
In regards excercise I have found aqua arobics and Tai chi a blessing not just for pain rlief but more so for the emoional side.
Cheers
from Australia as is my first posting.


Canada17 - Dec 11th, 2009 4:50 PM

Yoga is beneficial. Take it easy and don't stress yourself too much. With time your body will become more flexible.

Be careful of water aerobics, my doctor warned that chlorine aggravates FM symptoms. See if you can find a non chlorinated pool...it can be difficult.


Tamz - Jan 10th, 2010 11:59 AM

Rodney am yoga for beginners. It is gentle with no crazy postures. I always look for Gentle Hatha yoga and skip any postures that are too much for me...and the relaxation at the end is great to calm the mind and body to start my day. (I just need to get my butt out of bed on time to do it...:))