According to a recent study in JAMA (the Journal of the American Medical Association), mindfulness based approach for stress-reduction and chronic back pain showed results "...may be as effective as cognitive therapy, or opioid medication for relieving chronic back pain".
Whether you're an instructor or yoga student, we've all felt the incredible benefits of yoga and the mindfulness the practice cultivates. What's exciting is to see what we already know be proven by science.
If you or anyone you know struggle with chronic pain of any sort, the article detailing this study, its findings, and how it works is a must read. Click here to read the full article.
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