Join Yoga Master Dr. Aram Jawed for an exclusive class catered to pre and post-surgical bariatric patients focusing on advancing healing and well-being through specific breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, and anxiety reduction.
Improvements in Cardiovascular Health:
In addition to his Medical Doctorate (MD), Dr. Jawed has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. He has studied and taught cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness including, but not limited to, progressive muscle relaxation and yoga. During his medical and surgical training he traveled to India to learn holistic and alternative approaches to healing and studied the art of Yoga from where it originated. He was trained by various Guru’s (yoga masters) and also learned many other Ayurvedic and Eastern alternative healing techniques such as cupping, reflexology, aromatherapy, and herbal medicine. He found Yoga to be the most beneficial and efficacious. His goal is to complement Advanced Western medicine with holistic healing strategies to further assist patients in sustained weight loss maintenance, stress reduction, and improve their overall quality of life.
The Restorative (Bariatric) Yoga Class that Dr. Jawed has designed caters to patients who suffer from obesity and arthritis. It is specifically targeted for pre and post-surgical patients who are limited in their mobility. Limited range of motion or inability to sit on the floor will in no way hinder a participant’s ability to benefit from all aspects of the class. Participants can benefit from all of the poses, stretches, and breathing exercises while seated, as well as the meditation and mindfulness techniques that are incorporated into each session.
Location: 83 Hanover Rd Suite 190 Florham Park NJ
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Please contact office for Class Schedule / Dates
Fee: $25
Join Yoga Master Dr. Aram Jawed for an exclusive class catered to pre and post-surgical bariatric patients focusing on advancing healing and well-being through specific breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, and anxiety reduction. Studies show improved quality of life, decreased stress, increased oxygenation and mindfulness through modern yoga techniques.
Registration is required as each session is limited to 12 participants. Bring your own yoga mat, or you may purchase one for $20
To register, or for more information please call 973.410.9700
References:
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The effect of an 8-minute Yoga breathing program on fitness, weight loss and breathing capacity – Jerrold Petrofsky1, Mike Laymon2, Iman Akef Khwailed, Haneul Lee and Allie Petrofsky. Journal of Applied Medical Sciences, vol.5, no. 4, 2016.
Regular Yoga Practice Improves Antioxidant Status, Immune Function, and Stress Hormone Releases in Young Healthy People: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Controlled Pilot Study. Lim SA1, Cheong KJ1. Journal of Alternative Complementary Medicine. Sep 21,2015.
Effectiveness of yoga for hypertension: systematic review and meta-analysis. Hagins M1, States R, Selfe T, Innes K. Journal of Evidence Based Complementary Alternative Medicine. May 28, 2013.
Effects of yoga on cardiovascular disease risk factors: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Cramer H1, Lauche R2, Haller H2, Steckhan N3, Michalsen A4, Dobos G2. International Journal Cardiology. May1, 2014.
Yoga for metabolic syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Cramer H1,2, Langhorst J1, Dobos G1, Lauche R1,2. European Journal Preventative Cardiology. Dec 23, 2016.
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