Nashville, TN (PRWEB) January 3, 2010
One half of all working Americans admit to having back pain symptoms each year.* For the millions of workers whose pain is caused by long hours seated at a computer, relief has finally arrived in the new Computer Relief (Computer Rx - YogaMD) iPhone app now available in the iTunes App Store (itunes.com/appstore).
Created by Mary Schatz, M.D., author of the best-selling yoga book Back Care Basics, the Computer Relief (Computer Rx - YogaMD) app teaches users easy and gentle yoga poses and practices that immediately improve posture, breathing, and stress levels at work or at home. Presented in a detailed and vibrant audio-visual format, the application provides instructions on how to sit tall, stand tall, stretch, and relax. It also includes YogAlert™, a built-in reminder system that users can set to encourage regular practice and breaks. Computer Relief (Computer Rx - YogaMD) users will develop therapeutic habits that prevent injury, build core strength, and eliminate stress, all without leaving their work space.
Features of the App:
-21 simple, effective yoga poses that can be done in user's workplace
-Quick, easy-to-follow lessons that alleviate stress and build strength
-Two soothing Audio Relaxations for stress relief
-Detailed photos with animated actions
-Audio descriptions, tips, and encouragement from Dr. Schatz
-Exclusive YogAlert™ system, which allows users to schedule reminders to practice their new skills
-Computer Relief Diary to track progress and set personal goals
-Twitter and "Tell A Friend" networks to celebrate Computer Relief accomplishments
-Feedback link to share your ideas, questions, and comments
About Mary P. Schatz, M.D.
Her remarkable background has allowed Mary Schatz, M.D. to enrich yoga instruction. A respected surgical and clinical pathologist, Dr. Schatz, brings her extensive knowledge of western medicine to the study of yoga and its healing potential. The result is the informed, accessible, and effective yoga instructional program, YogaMD's Computer Relief (Computer Rx - YogaMD).
Dr. Schatz is a graduate of Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and is certified by world-renowned yogi B.K.S. Iyengar to teach his method of yoga. She is also the author of Back Care Basics, the best-selling yoga book that offers back pain solutions using gentle yoga techniques. An avid yoga practitioner for many years, Dr. Schatz unites the wisdom of East and West into therapeutic and transformational yoga programs.
About the YogaMD Series
Your Gentle Yoga Prescription for Life
The YogaMD™ Series is a constant yoga companion for life. These accessible yoga lessons improve posture, breathing, relaxation, and ergonomics right away, while building a solid fitness foundation. Designed by a physician for her own well being, YogaMD sessions are short, fun, effective, and blend seamlessly into work and play.
YogaMD's simple tricks to combat the harmful habits of daily life, give important insights into body, tensions, posture, and misalignments. One learns to incorporate these valuable lessons into each daily activity, growing closer and closer to doing yoga all the time. With reduced stress, disappearing back pain, and an improved outlook on life, YogaMD will become an essential partner in living well.
Complimentary downloads of the Computer Relief (Computer Rx) app are available upon request, for media review. For additional information on Mary Schatz, M.D. and Computer Relief visit http://www.maryschatzmd.com.
Contact:
Katharine Richardson
Richlyn Marketing
(615) 243-0619
*Source: "Back Pain Facts and Statistics" American Chiropractic Association, December 2009, http://www.acatoday.org.
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