Yoga for the Physical Therapist

Question 1

Kirtan:

Answer 1

Chanting

Question 2

Pranayama:

Answer 2

Breathing Exercises

Question 3

Aasana:

Answer 3

Poses

Question 4

Dhyana:

Answer 4

Meditation

Question 5

Indications for Yoga practice

Answer 5

• Neurological: coordination, increased tone, balance
• Musculoskeletal: strenght, muscle lenght
• Cognitive: executive function
• Cardiopulmonary: chest wall mobility, breath control, BP
• Integumentary: scar mobility, myofascial restrictions
• Behavioral: activity and attention

Question 6

Evidence Based Practice in yoga for children:

Answer 6

• Decreased maladaptive behavior, Improved attention
• Improved pulmonary function
• decreased pain
• improved QOL

Question 7

Evidence Based Practice in yoga for adults:

Answer 7

• help decrease LBP
• cancer fatigue
• benfits for cardiac rehab
• stress and anxiety

Question 8

Evidence Based Practice in yoga for older adults:

Answer 8

• cognitive function: decrease reaction time
• postural control: improved gait speed, TUG, fear of falling
• Pulmonary: improved capacity
• Improved QOL, and sleep quality