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Use of yoga's principles in patients with chronic pain
SCHAFFERHANSOVÁ, Petra
This bachelor thesis focuses on chronic pain and its treatment by yoga techniques. First theoretical part of this thesis inquires mostly pain itself. Its definition, physiology and classification are described, as well as different factors, which influence perception of the pain. Back pain, which is most usual among chronic pains, is also closely inspected. Treatment of the chronic pain and its different types - pharmacology, psychotherapy and rehabilitation procedures are part of this chapter as well. Second theoretical part's focus aims exclusively on yoga, its principles, styles and rules while practicing yoga. The characteristics of yoga poses for relaxation, which are very important for people dealing with chronic pains, is also included. Last part describes yoga's influence on human organism. Major part of this thesis is formed by quality research which goal was to evaluate applying yoga's principles on three patients with chronic pains. Case study involved initial examination, eight weeks of yoga practices included in treatment and final exit examination. Changes observed during sessions with patients and examinations were compared and evaluated.
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