Breast cancer survivors, yoga and menopause symptoms

yoga, breast cancerBreast cancer survivors often have problems when it comes to managing menopause symptoms. Use of hormonal therapy may lead to a relapse of the cancer. In addition, some of the medication used to treat breast cancer can themselves worsen menopause symptoms.
According to a recent US study, breast cancer survivors can find relief from menopause symptoms like hot flashes, through yoga.
The “Yoga of Awareness” program included stretching, breathing exercises, meditation and group discussions.

“Yoga of Awareness” is based on traditional yoga techniques that go beyond the teaching of specific postures to incorporate practices aimed at reducing stress and creating a heightened sense of awareness and acceptance about one’s physical and mental state.

The beneficial effects included:

  • reduction in frequency and severity of hot flashes,
  • fewer sleep disturbances
  • less joint pain
  • more energy

This isn’t the usual run of the mill yoga course. Get in touch with an experienced yoga instructor if you want the similar results.

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March 28, 2008 by Ada
Filed under: Menopause symptoms 

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2 Comments on Breast cancer survivors, yoga and menopause symptoms

  1. Gilles Coulombe on Fri, 28th Mar 2008 5:37 pm

    2. Hi!
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  2. YogaTrader on Wed, 8th Oct 2008 8:54 pm

    3. What is referred to here as “Yoga of Awareness” is traditionally known as Kundalini yoga. I would agree – this isn’t the typical yoga course, and an experienced Kundalini instructor would be in order.

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