Yoga Therapy for Fibromyalgia
Learn how to manage complexity of pain with yoga therapy.
COURSE OVERVIEW
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterised by widespread pain and tenderness, often manifesting unpredictably across the body. Accompanied by symptoms such as fatigue, tension headaches, IBS, sleep disturbances, and links to anxiety and depression, Fibromyalgia primarily affects women (80-96%). While traditionally considered a musculoskeletal disorder, recent insights point towards the nervous system, specifically the interaction between pain receptors and the brain.
The complexity of Fibromyalgia, which can present alongside other physical and psychological health issues, makes diagnosis challenging. It’s often identified through a process of elimination, as there are no definitive tests like blood screenings or X-rays to confirm its presence.
Yoga Therapy offers a very promising approach for managing Fibromyalgia, especially given the limited medication options, which are generally limited to painkillers and antidepressants. As a tool for neuroregulation, Yoga Therapy can be highly effective. However, due to the high sensitivity to pain in Fibromyalgia clients, certain practices must be approached with caution to avoid overexertion and potential relapse.
WHAT TO EXPECT
In this 6-hour online Yoga Therapy training course, you’ll learn how to effectively approach clients dealing with the complexities of Fibromyalgia, using a person-sensitive Yoga Therapy approach.
This training includes:
- 6 hours of live Zoom presentations
- Unlimited access to the full recording
- Supporting written materials
- Email access to experienced C-IAYT teachers for topic-related questions
- A Certificate of Attendance with 6 Yoga Alliance CE points
What will you learn
- Understand the key symptoms and characteristics of Fibromyalgia and how it affects daily life
- Learn to differentiate Fibromyalgia from other health conditions with similar presentations
- Explore the biological, psychological, and lifestyle factors that influence Fibromyalgia symptoms
- Analyse and compare two distinct case studies to deepen clinical understanding
- Identify important contraindications, cautions, and safety considerations for this population
- Learn Yoga Therapy practices tailored to support clients with Fibromyalgia, focusing on gentle regulation and sustainable relief
- Consolidate your learning through Q&A and practical reflection
Who Can join this training?
This training is open to all interested individuals, including Yoga Therapy trainees, qualified and certified Yoga Therapists, yoga practitioners and teachers as well as professionals from related fields.
PRICE
€39 incl. VAT · €32.23 excl. 21% VAT
Includes lifetime access to recordings
Frequently Asked Questions
You can start your course anytime through our online learning platform.
All sessions are pre-recorded, so you can study completely at your own pace. You’ll have access to videos, written materials, and supporting resources, all in one place.
You’ll receive unlimited, lifetime access to all course materials — including recordings, resources, and downloadable notes — so you can revisit them whenever you wish.
Yes! Once you’ve completed all course materials, you’ll receive a Certificate of Attendance with Yoga Alliance Continuing Education (CE) points.
Your digital certificate will be sent to you automatically once you finish the course on our learning platform.
Absolutely. You can pause, rewind, or restart lessons anytime. Your progress is saved automatically in your student profile.
You can email us directly at info@theyogatherapyinstitute.org.
Our experienced C-IAYT teachers are happy to guide you with topic-related questions.
Since all on-demand content is accessible immediately after purchase, refunds are generally not available once access has been granted.
However, if you encounter any technical issues, please contact us at info@theyogatherapyinstitute.org and we’ll do our best to help.
