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Yoga Therapy is adaptive and unique to each individual, working alongside their current functional abilities and emphasising personalised practices over achieving traditional postures. Sri Tirumalai Krishnamacharya, considered the father of modern yoga, taught…

In today’s fast-paced world, where children and teenagers are often overwhelmed by academic pressures, social media, and the relentless pace of life, finding effective ways to promote mental and…

The term “diabetes” comes from a Greek word meaning “to pass through,” referring to polyuria, or excessive urination, a common symptom of the disease. The term “mellitus,” meaning “sweet,” was later added to indicate…

Stress is a natural part of life, but sometimes it can feel overwhelming. When we’re stressed, we may overestimate the severity of the stressor and underestimate our own ability to cope. This often triggers a cycle known as “stress reactivity,” where…

A stroke, also known as a cerebrovascular accident (CVA), occurs when there is a disruption in blood flow to the brain. This disruption is caused by either a blocked blood vessel or a blood vessel rupture. Without proper blood flow, brain cells quickly die because…

Osteoporosis (from the Greek “porous bone”) is a condition in which bones become less dense, increasing the risk of fractures. It is often called a “silent” disease because bone loss is not easily noticeable.

Within the human experience, few journeys are as profound and challenging as the one faced by those touched by cancer. When the unthinkable happens in life, the body, mind and spirit are often tested to their limits, leaving us to grapple with a myriad of physical, emotional and…

As life expectancy continues to remain high, the bigger question is becoming not simply how long we live, but how well we live for those years. New research published in 2026 highlights an important shift: while overall life expectancy…

The Panchamaya Kosha model is a foundational philosophy that informs yoga therapy due to its comprehensive nature. It is said to be more than 2,500 years old.

The Panchamaya is often chosen as the primary lens for which yoga therapists view the human system. It is a model of…

Within the UK, approximately 5% of children (708,000) have a diagnosis of ADHD; 3.62% are boys & 0.85% are girls; with 4 times as many…

Pain is our nervous system’s way of grabbing our attention so we can identify and address the source of pain.  Once this has happened, usually the pain subsides.

Chronic pain works differently. Even after the source of pain has been identified and addressed, the pain may persist for…