Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes body pain, sleep problems, fatigue, stress, emotional and cognitive disturbances. It thus causes what is known as “regions of pain”. When these regions overlap with areas of tenderness, called “trigger points”, it leads to a consistent dull ache.
Those with chronic pain, such as fibromyalgia, know how challenging exercising and working out can be. The thought of any movement can be overwhelming; this is where yoga comes in.
By calming your mind, and loosening your muscles, this spiritual discipline can possibly help you alleviate your pain.
How Can Yoga Help With Fibromyalgia
Helps Soothe Back Pain
We understand that the very thought of yoga sounds daunting. Some of the most common symptoms of Fibromyalgia are back and neck pain. However, depending on the kind of pain you feel, there are various yoga poses you can choose from, which vary in intensity from gentle to strenuous.
Some yoga poses emphasize spirituality, while others focus more on your physical posture. If you wish to increase flexibility with a slow-paced style of yoga, Yin Yoga can be the way to go. This can help you relax and release tension in overworked joints.
Healing Breath
Chronic pain often leads to short, shallow breaths, releasing stress hormones like cortisol. This is why breathing practices are crucial for people with fibromyalgia.
So, what is the healing breath and how do you do it?
Lie in a supported Savasana (Corpse Pose). Simply lie back on the mat in a resting position and relax your arms at your side with palms facing upwards.
Begin by inhaling and exhaling slowly; focus on how the air passes out from your nose and back into the body. Visualize this breath filling your body and breathing life into you. The idea behind this is that with every exhale, you let the tension leave your body; and with every inhale, you cleanse your body.
Move One Step Closer to Peacefulness
With chronic pain comes stressful triggers and emotional distress. Meditation works wonders for your soul and helps you achieve mental clarity. The synchronization of meditation and muscle movement helps reduce pain and brings you closer to a feeling of peacefulness. Yoga helps soothe your mind and loosen up cramped muscles.
Furthermore, it helps alleviate sleeping problems. Studies show that over 55% of people who did yoga found that it helped them get better sleep
Confused about where to start? Check out the various yoga services we offer at Malama Honua Healing in Bethesda, Maryland. Whether from private yoga Bethesda sessions from the comfort of your own home to individual Yogic Kriya Consultations, group meditation, and energy healing Bethesda, we’ve got you covered. Contact us now to improve respiration, energy and vitality with meditation.