Cystitis: A Time to Heal with Yoga & Accupressure, An Eight Week Exercise Program with Special Information on Interstitial Cystitis & Urethral Syndrome (Paperback)

~ Emmey A. Ripoll (Author), (Author) "Cystitis is an inflammation of the urinary' bladder lining..." (more)
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This is an excellent book for chronic cystitis sufferers. They love it because it helps with pain and stress. Their doctors love its well-researched background. And, their yoga teachers love its simple, clearly laid out exercises. 'Anyone chronic cystitis should have this book. The section 'Yoga for a Bad Day' has been particularly helpful for me, as repeated attacks of cystitis leave me too exhausted for other types of exercise.' R. L., Student'As one of the first women board certified in Urology, I have, for some time observed that many chronic problems attributed to the bladder (or other pelvic organs) are actually caused or exacerbated by muscle contraction in response to pain. This condition lies beneath the radar of standard medical explanation. Here, at last, is book identifying this problem and offering practical ways for people to help themselves.' Dr. Muriel R. Friedman, MD'This book is highly recommended to people working on healing themselves. It should be required reading for students and teachers of yoga therapy.' Dr. Alakananda Devi, M.B., B.S. (London), Alandi School of Ayurveda.'An excellent blend of eastern yoga and Western Medicine to the benefit of both.' Shar Lee, Senior Yoga Teacher.

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"An excellent blend of eastern yoga and western medicine." Shar Lee, Senior Yoga Teacher

"The program in this book has been extremely useful in my search for help with Interstitial Cystitis. The ease and flexibility of the exercises has allowed me to adapt the program to my specific needs as they have changed." C. K., Student

"This is an excellent program for someone with Chronic Cystitis. The section on Yoga for a Bad Day has been particularly helpful for me as the repeated attacks of Cystitis often leave me too exhausted for other types of exercise." R. L., Student

"This book is highly recommended to people working on healing themselves. It should also be required reading for students and teachers of yoga therapy. It is useful and valuable for all." Olivia Hudis Alakananda Devi, M.B, B.S (Lond), Founding Teacher, Alandi Ayurvedic Grurkula (In-residence School for Ayurveda), Boulder, Colorado

"As one of the first women board certified in urology, I have, for quite some time, observed that many chronic problems attributed to the bladder (or other pelvic organs) are actually caused or exacerbated by muscle contraction in response to pain. This condition flies beneath the radar of standard medical explanation. Here, at last, is a book identifying this problem and offering practical ways for people to help themselves." Dr. Muriel R. Friedman, MD

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Product Details

• Paperback: 188 pages
• Publisher: AuthorHouse; 1 edition (January 30, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1403388709
• ISBN-13: 978-1403388704
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #536,801 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars This is a great alternative book for someone with IC!, March 7, 2003

By	Maryanne Martin (Denver) - See all my reviews

I have Interstitial Cystitis and I think this is a great alternative book for people with IC. Dr. Ripoll and Ms. Mahowald have a very practical, no nonsense, but kind and sensitive approach to the subject of IC and helpful exercise. At first, I was a little intimidated by the thought of doing yoga (I also have no burning desire to stand on my head or anything like that), but the yoga in this book is easy, uncomplicated, and very well laid out for someone who has been in pain for a long time with IC (14 years in my case). There are a lot of hand drawn illustrations (as opposed to some of the more colorful yoga books with photos I've seen, but never bought) which get theidea of each exercise across very well.

I like this book and really do feel more relaxed and less stressed after I do one of their exercise sessions. I would recommend it very highly to anyone with IC (even if they are 54 years young like I am).

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars AIA:IC Highly recommends, June 19, 2005

By	Tina M. Samuels (Rome, GA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Cystitis: A Time to Heal With Yoga and Acupressure

By Dawn R Mahowald and Dr. Emmey A Ripoll
AuthorHouse, Inc ©1999,2002 ISBN 1-4033-8870-9

This book explains the different types of cystitis and the difference between yoga, acupressure, and acupuncture. Written in everyday speech, it is simple enough for the layperson yet thorough enough for practitioners. It gives eight weeks of exercises and poses, with tips for those with IC. Also listed are certain poses to avoid, "Yoga for a bad day", and tips on the IC diet and ideas to keep patient's flares to a minimum.

I tried some of these poses and felt more relaxed and calm throughout the day. There are simple illustrations to show you how to do the poses and where to press for the acupressure. At 165 pages it gives you plenty of options and tons of guides to help you on what path you should take to decrease your chronic pain. The author reports that 90% of their students have a decrease in their symptoms following the program. That is fabulous for us IC patients!

There is the tip to do the lessons right before bed as the yoga tends to decrease your night urinary frequency. What great news that is for us as well!. You don't need alot of space, a maximum of 3 feet by 6 feet is recommended.

There is also no equipment to buy.

The All Info About Interstitial Cystitis website (http://cystitis.allinfoabout.com) Highly recommends this book for anyone with Interstitial Cystitis as a way to manage their symptoms and chronic pain.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pelvic floor, April 5, 2006

By	DD "dd" (NY) - See all my reviews

I recommend seeing a physical therapist about your pelvic floor, if it is already damaged (you have IC, pelvic floor pain, pudendal neuralgia..) then you will need physical therapy treatments and doing these poses alone won't heal you. Make sure not to sit without one of those donut seats. This book can be a good start.
Do yourself a favor and google Rhonda Kotarinos.