| Title | 抗癌瑜伽全圖解：收錄25種最適合癌友的瑜伽動作，改善癌症帶來的痛苦！ |
| Original Title | がんとたたかう最高のヨガ大全 |
| Authors | 大野真司、片岡明美、森田幸代、新倉直樹、岡孝和、土岐惠美、新見正則、岡部朋子 |
| Translator | 劉格安 |
| Series | 健康力 |
| Publisher | 聯經出版 |
| Publication Date | 2022/09/01 |
| EAN | 9789570864397 |
| Book Dimensions | 21 cm (L) × 14.8 cm (W) × 1 cm (H) / 120 pages |
| Format | Paperback / 25 B5 size / Full color printing |
Content Synopsis
Harvard Certified! Just 10 minutes a day of yoga can effectively reduce the pain and anxiety of cancer patients.
Improve cancer-related fatigue with yoga suitable for various types of cancer, anytime and anywhere!
Perfect for managing chemotherapy side effects, insomnia, cancer recurrence, and low physical strength! If You Have Any of the Following Conditions, Anti-Cancer Yoga Will Bring Significant Improvement! ．Suffering from the side effects of cancer
．Experiencing a significant decline in physical strength due to chemotherapy
．Feeling depressed or long-term sadness caused by cancer
．Anxious about cancer recurrence
．Insomnia and poor sleep quality
．Poor physical strength before and after surgery
★【Real Testimonials】Doing "Anti-Cancer Yoga" Daily, Reducing Side Effects, and Feeling Physically and Mentally Relieved! ．Ever since I was diagnosed with cancer, I felt tense every day. After doing yoga, I finally felt at ease!──53-year-old female
．I started practicing to reduce side effects, and later truly felt the benefits of yoga!──38-year-old male
．After starting yoga, I found it easier to walk, which had been difficult due to cancer!── 86-year-old male
★How Does "Anti-Cancer Yoga" Help Cancer Patients? Why Is It Effective? Dr. Shinji Ono, one of the authors, emphasizes that while yoga cannot completely cure cancer, it helps alleviate the physical and mental suffering of patients. It is an excellent self-care method for cancer patients. In the U.S., cancer centers and Harvard Medical School have long regarded it as a "complementary therapy," improving many patients' symptoms.
★How to Perform Anti-Cancer Yoga for the Best Results? Yoga is based on abdominal breathing, and deep breathing helps relax the body, reducing anxiety or sleep disorders. When combined with yoga poses, it becomes a form of exercise therapy, helping to maintain or enhance physical strength. Suitable for any treatment stage without overexerting oneself and with the approval of the attending physician, it can reduce psychological distress and provide other expected benefits.
【Before Treatment or Surgery】── The “Gratitude Pose” can ease emotions and reduce tension.
【When Feeling Down】──The “Twist Pose” improves mood and helps calm emotions.
【Difficulty Falling Asleep】──The “Stable Pelvis Pose” can relax the mind and aid in falling asleep.
【During Treatment】──The “Chair Pose” strengthens muscles and enhances physical fitness.
【For Breast Cancer Patients】──The “Open Arms Pose” stretches the chest and aids in rehabilitation.
This book introduces the effects of yoga on cancer patients based on scientific evidence, aiming to reduce their worries and anxiety.
Book Features
1. Includes various yoga poses suitable for cancer patients that are gentle and safe.
2. Features real-life action photos, making it easier to learn.
3. Shares testimonials from cancer patients about the benefits of yoga, providing more confidence in the fight against cancer.
Table of Contents
- 【Author's Preface】 Starting Yoga to Alleviate the Suffering Caused by Cancer
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Introduction Cancer Is Now Curable, but Mental Impact Can Still Negatively Affect Treatment
- Cancer is no longer incurable; medical advancements have significantly increased survival rates.
- Many are unable to accept treatment due to severe mental shock.
- In fact, half of cancer patients suffer from insomnia.
- One in three patients falls into a depressive state.
- Utilize the resources of medical institutions to learn to cope with anxiety.
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Chapter 1: Harvard Certified! "Yoga" Can Eliminate Anxiety, Fear, and Depression, Cultivating the Mental and Physical Strength to Fight Cancer
- Yoga has been recognized by the American medical community as a complementary cancer treatment.
- Comprising breathing, meditation, and poses, yoga promotes physical and mental balance.
- Breathing techniques can regulate the autonomic nervous system, alleviating negative emotions like anxiety.
- Meditation can adjust inner thoughts, reducing the psychological constraints brought by cancer.
- Poses can promote blood circulation and help restore physical strength.
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Chapter 2: Cancer Easily Leads to Depression! "Yoga" Can Relieve Emotions and Help Overcome Anxiety
- Cancer patients endure stress that can easily lead to depression.
- Doctors also affirm the efficacy of yoga! It can eliminate the psychological pain that accompanies cancer.
- Yoga soothes the mind and body by listening to the body's signals.
- Yoga can increase GABA in the brain, improving anxiety symptoms.
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Chapter 3: When Anxiety or Fear Causes Poor Sleep, "Yoga" Can Adjust Sleep Patterns, Aid in Falling Asleep, and Reduce the Use of Sleeping Pills
- For cancer patients, "quality of sleep" affects the effectiveness of cancer treatment.
- Yoga helps treat insomnia and reduces the use of sleeping pills.
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Chapter 4: Anti-Cancer Drugs, Radiation, or Hormone Therapy All Have Side Effects or Complications; "Yoga" Can Alleviate Symptoms
- Yoga can be practiced at any treatment stage to help ease physical fatigue.
- Starting yoga before treatment can help reduce complications.
- Breast cancer patients experiencing side effects from treatment can also find relief through yoga.
- Yoga is an excellent rehabilitative exercise that helps restore physical strength.
- Obesity increases the risk of cancer recurrence; yoga can help with weight loss and dietary adjustments.
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Chapter 5: Practice Yoga According to Your Ability; Start with Breathing Exercises on a Mattress or Chair
- Anti-Cancer Yoga Breathing Techniques to Calm the Mind
- Precautions for Practicing Anti-Cancer Yoga
- Basic Anti-Cancer Yoga 1: Prone Stretch (can be done lying in bed)
- Basic Anti-Cancer Yoga 2: Heel Kicks (can be done lying in bed)
- Basic Anti-Cancer Yoga 3: Air Cycling (can be done lying in bed)
- Basic Anti-Cancer Yoga 4: Arm Circles (can be done lying in bed)
- Basic Anti-Cancer Yoga 5: Bridge Breathing (can be done lying in bed)
- Advanced Anti-Cancer Yoga 1: Body Circles (can be done sitting in a chair)
- Advanced Anti-Cancer Yoga 2: Elbow Rotations (can be done sitting in a chair)
- Advanced Anti-Cancer Yoga 3: Shoulder Touches (can be done sitting in a chair)
- Advanced Anti-Cancer Yoga 4: Eye Relaxation Exercise (can be done sitting in a chair)
- Advanced Anti-Cancer Yoga 5: Upper Body Twist (can be done sitting in a chair)
- 【Anti-Cancer Yoga to Address Concerns】1 Seated Deep Breathing to Help Accept Reality and Reduce Anxiety
- 【Anti-Cancer Yoga to Address Concerns】2 Forward Bend for Panic and Breathing Difficulties
- 【Anti-Cancer Yoga to Address Concerns】3 Gratitude Pose to Ease Tension Before and After Treatment and Surgery
- 【Anti-Cancer Yoga to Address Concerns】4 Full Body Relaxation Pose for Fatigue and Lack of Motivation
- 【Anti-Cancer Yoga to Address Concerns】5 Twist Pose for Low Mood and Depression
- 【Anti-Cancer Yoga to Address Concerns】6 Bee Breathing for Restlessness or Anger
- 【Anti-Cancer Yoga to Address Concerns】7 Countdown Pose for Overwhelming Negative Thoughts
- 【Anti-Cancer Yoga to Address Concerns】8 Stable Pelvis Pose for Difficulty Falling Asleep
- 【Anti-Cancer Yoga to Address Concerns】9 Stretch Pose for Waking Up in the Middle of the Night and Unable to Fall Back Asleep
- 【Anti-Cancer Yoga to Address Concerns】10 Hamstring Stretch to Maintain Muscle Strength Before Treatment
- 【Anti-Cancer Yoga to Address Concerns】11 Chair Pose to Maintain Physical Strength During Treatment
- 【Anti-Cancer Yoga to Address Concerns】12 Leg Lift for Rehabilitation After Treatment
- 【Anti-Cancer Yoga to Address Concerns】13 Chair Squats for Weakness in the Waist and Legs
- 【Anti-Cancer Yoga to Address Concerns】14 Wall Push-Ups Suitable for Breast Cancer Patients
- 【Anti-Cancer Yoga to Address Concerns】15 Open Arms Pose Suitable for Breast Cancer Patients
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Chapter 6: After Practicing Yoga, My Mood Lightened, and Pain Reduced! Experiences from Patients
- Experience 1: From discovering cancer to being constantly tense, I can now accept myself calmly (53-year-old female).
- Experience 2: I began to forgive myself for having cancer and now enjoy every day with a peaceful mind (47-year-old female).
- Experience 3: I started practicing yoga to reduce side effects; not only did the symptoms alleviate, but the pain also diminished! (38-year-old male).
- Experience 4: I thought, "I'll do what I can," and started trying yoga. Now walking is easier, and going out is more comfortable (86-year-old male).
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Chapter 7: Comprehensive Q&A on Anti-Cancer Yoga!
- Q1: Under what circumstances should one not practice anti-cancer yoga?
- Q2: What is the best environment for practicing anti-cancer yoga?
- Q3: What type of clothing is best for practicing anti-cancer yoga? Do I need a yoga mat?
- Q4: What should I do if my body is too stiff to perform certain poses?
- Q5: Do I have to practice every day for it to be effective?
- Q6: Will practicing only the poses I like still be effective?
- Q7: Can I practice yoga even when I feel unwell?
- Q8: Is "anti-cancer yoga" effective for every type of cancer?
- Q9: I want to learn more traditional yoga; can I go to a nearby yoga studio?
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- Author Introductions
- 【Conclusion】While yoga cannot cure cancer, it can reduce its side effects.
High Praise and Recommendations
Endorsements by Prominent Figures in Taiwan Mimi︱Yoga Instructor at Youxin Yoga Studio
張金堅Zhang Jinjian | Chairman of the Breast Cancer Prevention Foundation, Honorary Professor at National Taiwan University School of Medicine
黃之盈Huang Zhiying | Counseling Psychologist, Bestselling Author
葉北辰Ye Beichen | Board Member of the Taiwan Psycho-Oncology Society
廖國秀Liao Guoxiu | Chief Surgeon, Tri-Service General Hospital
星希亞Xing Xiya | Cancer Survivor, Blogger
──Health Recommendations (Listed Alphabetically)
High Praise and Recommendations After cancer, balancing prevention and improving quality of life is essential. Yoga offers inner tranquility and emotional relief.
──Zhang Jinjian, Chairman of the Breast Cancer Prevention Foundation, Honorary Professor at National Taiwan University School of Medicine
Cancer survivors need physical and mental rehabilitation, which can be achieved through anti-cancer yoga.
──Huang Zhiying, Counseling Psychologist, Bestselling Author
Appropriate physical activities are crucial for cancer patients, helping to shift focus and regulate stress. I recommend this book to those facing cancer.
──Ye Beichen, Board Member of the Taiwan Psycho-Oncology Society
The trilogy of health: 1. Balanced diet, 2. Regular exercise, 3. A joyful mindset. May the yoga practices in this book help patients regain a healthy life.
──Liao Guoxiu, Chief Surgeon, Tri-Service General Hospital
Author Biography
Author：
大野真司 Masashi Ohno Vice President and Director of the Breast Center at Ariake Hospital, Cancer Research Society.
Former researcher at the University of Texas, USA, and Chief of Breast Oncology and Clinical Center at Kyushu Cancer Center, National Hospital Organization, Japan.Has held various positions including Director of the Breast Oncology Department and Clinical Center at Kyushu Cancer Center, National Hospital Organization, Japan, and has been in current position since 2015.Certified Specialist and Instructor of the Japan Breast Cancer Society, and holds multiple roles including Board Member of the Japan Breast Cancer Society and Japan Society of Cancer and Reproductive Medicine.Actively involved in clinical trials and Pink Ribbon campaigns to enhance breast cancer treatment outcomes.
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片岡明美Akemi Kataoka Akemi Kataoka, is currently the Director of the Breast Center at Ariake Hospital, affiliated with the Cancer Research Institute.
She has previously held positions at Kyushu University Hospital Second Surgery, Breast Surgery Clinic, Ginza Lumiere Women's Life Clinic, and as a Visiting Lecturer in Breast and Endocrine Surgery at Toho University Medical Center Ohtsuka Hospital. Since 2016, she has been serving in her current role. She is also an instructor certified by the Japan Surgical Society and the Japan Breast Cancer Society, focusing on patient-centered approaches, including dietary control for breast cancer patients during pregnancy or post-treatment.
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森田幸代Yukiko Morita Special Lecturer at the Oncology Center, Shiga University of Medical Science Hospital.
Specializes in psychosomatic medicine, psycho-oncology, clinical psychopharmacology, and palliative care, focusing on psychological support for cancer patients. Her favorite quote from a patient is: "Even though I am sick, I don't want to become a patient." Currently certified by the Japanese Society for Palliative Medicine, specialist and instructor certified by the Japanese Society of Clinical Neuropsychopharmacology, and specialist and instructor certified by the Japanese Society of Psychiatry and Neurology. Also certified as a yoga therapist by the Japan Yoga Therapy Society, providing long-term advice related to yoga for patients.
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新倉直樹Naoki Arakura Professor of Surgery, specializing in Breast and Endocrine Surgery, at Tokai University School of Medicine.
Studied abroad at the world-renowned cancer research institution, MD Anderson Cancer Center, in Texas, USA, where he learned about yoga being considered as complementary alternative medicine. Upon returning to Japan, he focused on cancer patients and established yoga classes at Tokai University Hospital. Currently certified as a specialist and instructor by the Japan Breast Cancer Society and the Japan Surgical Society, he actively participates in global clinical trials for new drugs.
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岡孝和Takakazu Oka Professor and Director of Psychosomatic Medicine, School of Medicine, International University of Health and Welfare.Chief of Psychosomatic Medicine, Narita Hospital, International University of Health and Welfare.Professor, Medical Research Institute, International University of Health and Welfare
Dr. Oka has long been involved in researching the etiology and treatment of psychosomatic disorders, focusing particularly on functional high fever syndrome (psychogenic fever). In addition, he actively integrates modern medicine with psychosomatic medicine and traditional East Asian medicine, including research on yoga and herbal medicine. He also participates in Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare's initiative on integrated medicine, serving as the representative for the research project "Safety and Effectiveness of Yoga as Integrated Medicine" and contributing to the promotion of integrated medicine (eJIM) through yoga validation reports.
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土岐惠美Emi Toki Assistant Professor, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Sapporo Medical University.
Dr. Toki specializes in pediatric rehabilitation, lymphedema, prosthetics, and orthotics. Drawing from her personal experience practicing yoga, she recommends "yoga" as an exercise therapy for patients. She is board-certified in rehabilitation medicine and has also collaborated on producing exercise videos with yoga instructors for the lymphedema clinic at Sapporo Medical University.
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新見正則Masanori Niimi Director of Niimi Hospital and physician at Sakurabana Women's Clinic.
Dr. Niimi pursued doctoral studies in transplant immunology at the University of Oxford, UK, where he earned his Doctor of Medicine degree. He previously served as a lecturer and associate professor in surgery at Teikyo University School of Medicine, also guiding doctoral programs in medicine. In 2020, he founded Niimi Hospital in Iidabashi, Tokyo, pioneering the provision of second-opinion consultations under insurance coverage at Teikyo University Hospital, a first in Japan. Dr. Niimi advocates for a treatment approach that emphasizes improving constitution alongside therapy. He has profound knowledge in traditional Chinese medicine and yoga, with personal interests in Chinese herbal medicine and triathlons. In 2013, he received the Ig Nobel Prize in Medicine for his work on "Opera and Immunology Regulatory Cells."
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岡部朋子Tomoko Okabe Representative Director of the Japan Yoga Medicine Association.
Tomoko Okabe holds multiple roles, including as a certified public accountant in the United States and founder of several companies, before dedicating herself to the field of yoga. In 2016, she established the Japan Yoga Medicine Association with a focus on promoting yoga for breast cancer. In 2017, she founded BCY Institute Japan and serves as its representative as well. Her mission is to promote yoga as complementary medicine and she is dedicated to training yoga therapists. She is currently certified as a yoga therapist by the International Association of Yoga Therapists, specializing in elderly yoga, menopause yoga, and breast cancer yoga. Since April 2021, she has been pursuing a doctoral program in the Graduate School of Medicine at Kyoto University.
Translator：
劉格安Liu Ge'an Graduated from National Chengchi University and currently works as a full-time translator. Specializes in translating business, management, medical, travel, lifestyle, historical, and fiction texts.
Author's Preface
Starting with Yoga: Alleviating the Pain of Cancerby Masashi Ohno, Vice President and Director of the Breast Center, Ariake Hospital
I wonder if many readers, upon seeing the title of this book, have wondered, "What does yoga have to do with cancer?" In fact, yoga is a highly recommended form of self-care for cancer patients, believed to help alleviate their physical and mental suffering, making their daily lives more comfortable.
The character "患" (huan) in Chinese, literally means a bamboo skewer piercing the heart, vividly illustrating the emotional pain that cancer patients endure, which is immeasurable. For those diagnosed with cancer, the mental anguish is not limited to the moment of diagnosis but persists throughout treatment and beyond, often under various stresses. Moreover, many endure physical pain due to the side effects of cancer treatment, further diminishing their Quality of Life (QOL).
Traditionally, medical development has focused primarily on treating diseases, often neglecting the psychological and daily life aspects of patients. Recently, there has been a growing recognition of the need for psychological care alongside cancer treatment, as the various stresses associated with cancer can erode patients' physical and mental well-being, impacting both treatment outcomes and daily life.
Yoga has emerged as a promising psychological intervention for cancer patients. In recent years, numerous medical studies have highlighted yoga's ability to alleviate the physical and mental suffering of cancer patients.
This book presents scientifically supported evidence of the effects of yoga on cancer patients. It is authored by seven physicians who work closely with cancer patients daily, including myself. In addition to modern medical approaches to disease, we integrate yoga into our treatment strategies in various forms, aiming to minimize patient distress and anxiety as much as possible.…
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Yoga as an adjunct therapy for cancer treatment has gained recognition in the United States medical community.
After being diagnosed with cancer, many people experience various pressures, feelings of anxiety or depression, and even suffer from insomnia. For such patients, I recommend yoga.
Starting in 2009, for about a year and four months, I studied at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center as a breast surgical specialist. I chose this hospital for its status as a world-leading institution in cancer care. One of the greatest benefits of this study period was my introduction to yoga. In Japan, yoga is often perceived as alternative therapy, but in the United States, it has become an adjunct therapy with increasing research. While yoga is considered a therapy, it cannot cure cancer entirely. The term "adjunct therapy" simply means integrating complementary medical practices into conventional Western treatments. In the context of yoga, it is typically synchronized with standard treatments to alleviate mental symptoms accompanying cancer or treatment side effects.
In the United States, institutions such as MD Anderson Cancer Center, as well as medical schools like Harvard Medical School and specialized research institutes, have dedicated yoga studios for patients or host integrative medicine seminars that include yoga. During my study period, MD Anderson Cancer Center was conducting clinical trials on yoga. The study involved breast cancer patients undergoing six weeks of radiation therapy post-surgery, divided into three groups: those practicing yoga three times a week, those doing stretching exercises three times a week, and a control group doing nothing. The study evaluated fatigue levels, sleep disturbances, and quality of life (QOL) at one, three, and six months post-treatment.
In 2010, based on this trial, larger-scale clinical trials were initiated, supported by over $4.5 million in funding from the National Cancer Institute (NCI), the central agency for cancer research in the United States. NCI is also involved in the development of anti-cancer drugs. Yoga as part of adjunct therapy has garnered significant attention.
In 2011, the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) presented the results of the aforementioned clinical trials. The findings indicated that compared to the control group, those in the yoga and stretching groups experienced reduced fatigue levels after radiation therapy. Importantly, the yoga group reported more improvements in physical function and overall health status. Additionally, yoga practitioners showed a more positive approach to the daily life changes brought about by cancer compared to other groups.
Based on these credible research results, I am increasingly convinced of the benefits yoga can bring to cancer patients. Upon returning to Japan, I established yoga classes for breast cancer survivors at the university hospital where I work. Each session typically accommodates about twenty participants and has received positive feedback. Unfortunately, due to the spread of COVID-19, these yoga classes are currently suspended.
While yoga cannot replace cancer treatment, it can help alleviate the stress symptoms associated with cancer. Moreover, with the poses remembered, it can be practiced at home anytime, providing potential benefits before and after treatment. Therefore, I encourage anyone experiencing symptoms like anxiety, depression, insomnia, or fatigue due to cancer to consider trying yoga.
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