Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)
Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)
Posted on Dec 6, 2019
Army veteran finds healing from PTSD through martial arts
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An army veteran calls martial arts his “sanctuary” as he uses it to heal from PTSD.
Army veteran finds healing from PTSD through martial arts
Posted from nbc15.com
Martial Arts
PTSD
Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)
Posted >1 y ago
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I train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. I have for almost 2 and a half years. it really helps with my PTSD/Depression. I highly recommend it to all here who are able to move even a bit.
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LTC Eugene Chu
Old 2015 article on BJJ and US Army
https://www.army.mil/article/142426/soldiers_learn_jiu_jitsu_enhance_combat_skills
https://www.army.mil/article/142426/soldiers_learn_jiu_jitsu_enhance_combat_skills
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I have been involved with Historical European Martial arts (HEMA)for the last years and it has been a god send. I have been able to keep my PTSD from getting the better of me. I started as a student and now I help instruct. Physical activity is a must for mental health. (Plus the kid in me loves swinging swords!)
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Veterans with PTSD also benefit from equine therapy. My husband came home from Nam and started riding horses as he lived near a farm. He's been involved with horses off and on since. They always bring him joy and a calming way to work through PTSD. One thing about a horse, you are not going to approach one if you are angry. The horse can read your moods and will react accordingly.
https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/63128/veterans-ride-their-way-to-recovery/
https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/63128/veterans-ride-their-way-to-recovery/
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