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Yoga, meditation help brain recovery LoveYourBrain FUNdamentals series is here to help. by Amanda Carr
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linical research studies continue to show the health benefits of yoga and mindfulness mediation practices following injuries. Origami has partnered with LoveYourBrain Foundation, becoming the first clinical site in the nation to incorporate LoveYourBrain’s FUNdamental six week yoga series into their programming. The free yoga class is offered to brain injury survivors and caregivers once a week for an hour and a half. The series empowers participants to positively adapt change into their lives through the power of resilience and mindfulness. The LoveYourBrain Foundation was created by former professional snowboarder, Kevin Pearce, and his brother Adam Pearce after Kevin sustained a near fatal traumatic brain injury while
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The effects following a brain injury are often complex and may include physical, cognitive, and emotional components. The series is adapted to every ability and need, allowing everyone to experience the benefits of yoga following a brain injury. Yoga practice can improve the connection between mind and body through the use of a series of stretches and breathing exercises.
training for the 2010 winter Olympics. Recreational Therapist Jennie Paggeot stated, “Origami and LoveYourBrain both focus on positive approaches to brain injury prevention and healing so the partnership was very natural”.
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Amanda Carr is an Occupational Therapist, Certified Brain Injury Specialist, and Clinical Manager at Origami Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center. For more information on the LoveYourBrain FUNdamentals Series or other services Origami offers to brain injury survivors and caregivers, contact info@OrigamiRehab.org
SEPTEMBER 2017