Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Benefits of Yoga for Children and Youth with CP
- A Typical Yoga Class for Children and Youth with CP
- I. Chanting or Music Therapy
- II. Pranayama or Breathing Exercises
- III. Eye Exercises
- IV. Yoga Asana Progression
- Asanas in the Supine Position - Foot and Ankle Exercises
- Asanas in the Supine Position - Leg Exercises
- Asanas in the Supine Position - Hip Exercises
- Asanas in the Supine Position - Upper Extremity
- Asanas in the Supine Position - Modified Bridge Pose
- Asanas in the Prone Position - Leg Exercises
- Asanas in the Prone Position - Cobra Pose
- Asanas in the Prone Position - Child's Pose
- V. Deep Relaxation
- VI. End of the Yoga Session
- Acknowledgments
- Aerobic fitness, fatigue, and physical disability in systemic lupus erythematosus
- Focus on Secondary Condition Prevention: Promotion of Physical Fitness and Prevention of Secondary Conditions for Children with Cerebral Palsy: Part II
- SCI - Reconnecting the Body and Mind with Yoga
- Program Spotlight: San Francisco Integral Yoga Institute's Accessible Teacher Training
- Passion for Yoga
- Role of Yoga in Diabetes
- Yoga for Individuals with Disabilities
- Yoga Asana Sessions Increase Brain GABA Levels: A Pilot Study
- Week 13 Video Tip: Chair Yoga
- Yoga in the Classroom: A New Kind of Education
- Voice from the Community: NCHPAD Resources for Management of Cerebral Palsy
Adapted Yoga for Children and Youth with Cerebral Palsy
Introduction
Funding for this videoclip series has been provided by:
Christopher and Dana Reeve Paralysis Resource Center
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Yoga is an ancient Indian practice which involves moving the body and training the mind to achieve balance and well-being. The purpose of traditional yoga is for each individual to be healthy, both physically and mentally, and able to reach his or her highest potential as a person. Practicing yoga as a lifestyle can be beneficial for individuals with disabilities or chronic health conditions through both the physical postures and breathwork. Each pose can be modified or adapted to meet the needs of the student. For more information on yoga and its benefits for children and youth with disabilities, read the NCHPAD Factsheet: Yoga for Children and Youth with Disabilities.
National Center on Health, Physical Activity, and Disability
