Yoga and recovery go hand in hand at this Tennessee cancer care center

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — Inhale, exhale: A cancer care center in Nashville believes yoga and recovery go hand in hand.

Saint Thomas Cancer Care's Cancer Wellness Center hosts free workout classes specially designed for cancer patients, survivors and caregivers.

“This program is designed to help individuals maintain or regain strength, stamina, and range of motion,” said Joan Lafranchise, MSN, RN, Cancer Process/System Design Manager, Saint Thomas Cancer Care. “Through gentle movement, breathing, sound, and visualization, our yoga classes move at a steady pace and emphasize creating balance in the body and develop positive patterns of self-care. The tools offered are designed to be adaptable to the needs of each individual.”

The center in Midtown opened in October of last year. Yoga classes, the studio's newest offering, launched in September. Find more information about the cancer wellness program here.