The Principles and Practice of Yoga in Health Care, Second Edition

Expanded and updated edition of this comprehensive textbook on yoga theory and practice in healthcare, with new contributions by multiple expert researchers and therapists in the field

This second edition provides the most extensive compendium of yoga therapy research and its findings. It has been fully updated with new contributors and a more accessible approach, and includes a brand-new chapter on the implementation of yoga therapy in medical systems.

This fully updated compendium of research, history, scientific theory, and practice amalgamates various evidence-based research findings and their practical implications for professionals who use yoga or refer patients to yoga practice.

Chapters cover the implementation of yoga for various illnesses and conditions from paediatrics to geriatrics. The expanded second edition includes updated contributions from leading biomedical researchers and therapists, brand new research on telemedicine, chronic pain, and mental health conditions, and a new chapter specifically on the implementation of yoga therapy in medical systems and healthcare with a focus on international perspectives and public perceptions.

Contents:
Section 1: Introduction to Yoga and Yoga Therapy
Introduction to Yoga in Healthcare History, Philosophy, and Practice of Yoga History, Philosophy, and Practice of Yoga Therapy The Psychophysiology of Yoga
Section 2: Mental Health Conditions
Yoga Therapy for Depression Yoga Therapy for Anxiety, OCD and Trauma Yoga Therapy for other Mental Health Conditions
Section 3: Musculoskeletal and Neurological Conditions
Yoga Therapy for Back Conditions Yoga Therapy for Musculoskeletal and Neuromuscular Conditions Yoga Therapy for Neurological Conditions
Section 4: Endocrine Conditions
Yoga Therapy for Diabetes Yoga Therapy for Metabolic Syndrome and Weight Control
Section 5: Cardiorespiratory Conditions
Yoga Therapy for Heart Disease Yoga Therapy for Hypertension Yoga Therapy for Respiratory Conditions
Section 6: Cancer
Yoga Therapy during Cancer Treatment Yoga for Cancer Survivors
Section 7: Special Populations
Yoga Therapy for Pediatrics Yoga Therapy for Geriatrics Yoga Therapy for Obstetrics and Gynecology Yoga for Prevention and Wellness
Section 8: Practical and Future Considerations
Implementation of Yoga Therapy Integrating Yoga Therapy into Health Care Systems Future Directions in Research and Clinical Care