I'm a longtime TMS sufferer and I first read Dr Sarno's books about 7 years ago and my top priority has been to manage if not cure my TMS.
I now teach a yoga class that's suitable for TMS sufferers. It's a kripalu style class which focuses on both emotional and physical release--in yoga we talk about blocked energy in the body very much like Dr Sarno talks about oxygen deprivation. Long holdings are thought to release emotions lodged in the body. The class is open to all levels, and compassion for the body is the first priority. Students with TMS can bear in mind the difference between emotional and structural discomfort. The class is a chance to relax, reduce stress, and meditate--all good for people managing TMS.
Rebecca, I have found great healing, power and strenght through yoga.
I have a question and if you have an answer I would be most appreciative. 2 1/2 yrs. ago I was misdiagnosed and had both my knees replaced. I was then sillydiagnosed with herniated discs and stenosis. I found Sarno. I did get better, but I developed a serious condition in my hip and had to have IT replaced 3 mos. ago. Because of Sarno and yoga conditioning, I did great.
Here's my problem. The surgeon who did my hip (and will be fixing the knees that were done badly on top of everything else)does not want me to do yoga. I haven't tried for a long time and I'm really missing it.
Do you know where I can get info about doing yoga after joint replacement? Any info would be a great gift.
New York city yoga class, great for TMS
Posted - 07/21/2005 : 14:08:14
