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OverviewFull Product DetailsAuthor: Cheri Dostal Ryba , Shelly Prosko , Evelyn Rosario AndryPublisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers Imprint: Singing Dragon Dimensions: Width: 17.80cm , Height: 2.20cm , Length: 25.20cm Weight: 0.620kg ISBN: 9781787756649ISBN 10: 1787756645 Pages: 336 Publication Date: 19 May 2022 Audience: General/trade , College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , General , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Available To Order ![]() We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsPart One - Why yoga therapy for pelvic health? 1. The Role of a Yoga Therapist. 2. Philosophical Foundations of Yoga Therapy. 3. Body Wisdom. Part Two - Where are we? What does a pelvis require? 4. Local Anatomy. 5. Breathing, Sound and Pranayama. 6. Global Functional Relationships. 7. Insight into Pelvic Health Conditions. 8. What about Mula Bandha and Kegels? Part Three - How do we deliver pelvic yoga therapy? 9. Discovering. 10. Being. 11. Doing. Part Four - How do we source inspiration and sustain action? 12. Cultivating Commitment. 13. The Gifts of Belonging. End Notes. Appendices.ReviewsThe title perfectly describes this intelligent and cohesive yoga therapy approach to pelvic health. Cheri artfully combines modern science, somatic exploration and the deeper aspects of yoga in a comprehensive program that surpasses mere physical relief. Her step-by-step guidelines also gently lead to empowerment and deep inner healing. -- Leila Stuart, international yoga therapy trainer and co-author of Pathways to a Centered Body with Donna Farhi Written with compassion, gentleness, nuance, academic rigor, and through her own practices of embodiment, Cheri has written a one of a kind book on the intersection between pelvic health and yoga therapy that empowers bodily autonomy, consent and trauma-informed practices. This is a comprehensive guide for yoga therapists and healing professionals and fills a much needed gap in our society's understanding of the unique and sensitive needs of women's health. A truly affirming and breath-taking guide for all women seeking embodied wisdom and on the journey of learning that their lived experience is their greatest teacher. -- Zahabiyah Yamasaki, M.Ed, RYT, Author of Trauma-Informed Yoga for Survivors of Sexual Assault: Practices for Healing and Teaching with Compassion Designed for yoga therapists, Ryba's brilliant text is a must-read for ALL clinicians who interact with humans with a pelvic floor to embrace, engage, and normalize the core of our being in a biopsychosocial-spiritual way. Knowing is not enough; Ryba brings the felt experience of embodied connection to the pelvic floor. -- Carolyn Vandyken, PT Registered Physiotherapist, Physio Works Muskoka, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, Educator, Advocate, Researcher, Co-Founder of Reframe Rehab The title perfectly describes this intelligent and cohesive yoga therapy approach to pelvic health. Cheri artfully combines modern science, somatic exploration and the deeper aspects of yoga in a comprehensive program that surpasses mere physical relief. Her step-by-step guidelines also gently lead to empowerment and deep inner healing. -- Leila Stuart, international yoga therapy trainer and co-author of Pathways to a Centered Body with Donna Farhi Written with compassion, gentleness, nuance, academic rigor, and through her own practices of embodiment, Cheri has written a one of a kind book on the intersection between pelvic health and yoga therapy that empowers bodily autonomy, consent and trauma-informed practices. This is a comprehensive guide for yoga therapists and healing professionals and fills a much needed gap in our society's understanding of the unique and sensitive needs of women's health. A truly affirming and breath-taking guide for all women seeking embodied wisdom and on the journey of learning that their lived experience is their greatest teacher. -- Zahabiyah Yamasaki, M.Ed, RYT, Author of Trauma-Informed Yoga for Survivors of Sexual Assault: Practices for Healing and Teaching with Compassion Designed for yoga therapists, Ryba's brilliant text is a must-read for ALL clinicians who interact with humans with a pelvic floor to embrace, engage, and normalize the core of our being in a biopsychosocial-spiritual way. Knowing is not enough; Ryba brings the felt experience of embodied connection to the pelvic floor. -- Carolyn Vandyken, PT Registered Physiotherapist, Physio Works Muskoka, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, Educator, Advocate, Researcher, Co-Founder of Reframe Rehab Pelvic Yoga Therapy for the Whole Woman is a remarkable book that has the potential to change the landscape of women's pelvic health. It seamlessly bridges the ancient wisdom of Yoga with modern holistic healthcare. Physical Therapists, Medical Doctors, Yoga Therapists and other healthcare professionals will learn something new and have realizations about the connection between body, mind, breath and personality in an entirely new way after reading this book. -- Amy Wheeler, Ph.D., Former President of the International Association of Yoga Therapists Author InformationCheri Dostal Ryba is a C-IAYT yoga therapist and Franklin Method Movement Educator with 20 years experience in teaching yoga, dance, corrective exercise and personal training. Mentoring yoga teachers since 2010, she currently serves as co-director and faculty of AlcheMe Yoga Therapy Training based in Irvine, CA and online. In 2018, she launched an online program for foundational pelvic health embodiment. She lives in California with her family and serves clients online globally. To enroll in training, online programs, or work together, visit www.cheridostal.com Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |