Events for 2024-Nov-Sat - 2024-Nov-Sat

Rochester, NY: Nazareth College: Yoga Therapeutics in Physical Therapy. Shelly is guest lecturing at the Nazareth College of Physical Therapy Program about using Yoga Therapeutics in Acute Orthopedic Injuries. Mission of The Nazareth College Physical Therapy Program: prepares compassionate professionals who are life-long learners and critical inquirers that practice collaboratively and engage with a changing world. Philosophy of The Nazareth College Physical Therapy: holds that the faculty of the program believe that the integration of liberal arts and professional study provides a strong foundation for educating contemporary physical therapists. The professional curriculum prepares students to practice in an autonomous, collaborative value-based environment. Faculty serve as role models in demonstrating responsibility and accountability as teachers, clinicians, and scholars, as well as fostering an educational experience where students are responsible for their learning. Vision: The Nazareth College Physical Therapy program will empower professionals to think globally and transform communities.

All About Your Pelvic Floor: Pelvic health issues such as incontinence, pelvic pain, prolapse and sexual health issues are commonly poorly addressed or often left untreated in both women and men. Your pelvic floor plays an important role not only in bladder function, but also in sexual function, breathing, reproduction, hip and spinal stability and more. Shelly Prosko, Physical Therapist & Yoga Therapist, returns to Canmore with her newly refined pelvic health workshop that she presents at numerous conferences internationally. This workshop includes discussion about the physical, psychosocial, spiritual & emotional factors that influence pelvic health followed by an inspiring, educational & FUN practice consisting of yoga (asana, meditation, pranayama), pilates & physical therapy exercises that can be used to safely and effectively address and maintain optimal pelvic health. Suitable for health care professionals, yoga therapists, yoga teachers/students & anyone interested in learning more about optimizing pelvic health holistically. **This workshop not intended to assess or treat or act as medical advice. Please seek guidance and treatment from a licensed health professional for any unmanaged conditions.** Shelly Prosko, Physical Therapist, Yoga Therapist & Pilates Instructor, is a highly respected pioneer in the area of PhysioYoga Therapy, a combination of Physical Therapy & Yoga Therapy. She received her Physical Therapy degree at the University of Saskatchewan in 1998, her Medical Yoga Therapist training through Professional Yoga Therapy Studies in North Carolina & her Pilates Certification through Professional Health & Fitness Institute in Maryland. Shelly’s mission is to educate, inspire & empower people to create health by authentically sharing her skills, knowledge & expertise as she travels across Canada & the U.S. offering specialty PhysioYoga Therapy workshops, presenting at international yoga conferences, lecturing at University programs, instructing at Yoga Teacher Trainings & offering individual private treatments. Her workshops have been well received across North America by yoga teachers, health care professionals & yoga students of all levels. Shelly has a unique ability of sharing her passion of blending the science of yoga & the art of physical therapy in an engaging, inspiring & valuable way that results in a fun afternoon of learning & yoga practise. Cost: $50 ($90 for both days: Pelvic Health on April 18th & Neck/Shoulder workshop on April 19th). Registration at The Yoga Lounge

Redefining Neck & Shoulder Health: Creating Wellness with PhysioYoga. Join Shelly Prosko, Physical Therapist & Yoga Therapist, for this valuable PhysioYoga workshop discussing the common causes of neck and shoulder pain in our culture, using a biopsychosocial approach (hint: not just about posture, alignment or muscle imbalances)! Be ready for an inspiring & fun yoga practice including pranayama, meditation & movement. Learn how a combination of yoga therapy & physical therapy can be used as a form of healing and becomeempowered to create and sustain your path to health and wellness. **This workshop is not intended to assess or treat or act as medical advice. Please seek guidance and treatment from a licensed health professional for any unmanaged conditions.** Shelly Prosko, Physical Therapist, Yoga Therapist & Pilates Instructor, is a highly respected pioneer in the area of PhysioYoga Therapy, a combination of Physical Therapy & Yoga Therapy. She received her Physical Therapy degree at the University of Saskatchewan in 1998, her Medical Yoga Therapist training through Professional Yoga Therapy Studies in North Carolina & her Pilates Certification through Professional Health & Fitness Institute in Maryland. Shelly’s mission is to educate, inspire & empower people to create health by authentically sharing her skills, knowledge & expertise as she travels across Canada & the U.S. offering specialty PhysioYoga Therapy workshops, presenting at international yoga conferences, lecturing at University programs, instructing at Yoga Teacher Trainings & offering individual private treatments. Her workshops have been well received across North America by yoga teachers, health care professionals & yoga students of all levels. Shelly has a unique ability of sharing her passion of blending the science of yoga & the art of physical therapy in an engaging, inspiring & valuable way that results in a fun afternoon of learning & yoga practise. Cost: $50 ($90 for both: Pelvic Health on April 18th; Redefining Neck/Shoulder Health April 19th). Registration at The Yoga Lounge, Canmore, AB