April 10th, 2010 by admin

Yoga and back pain

In case you have back pain problems and think that yoga might help you it’s a must that you ask your doctor about this first. Pain in the back is quite often associated with biomechanical imbalance in the structure of the spine. And taking that into account your doctor may spinal structures. Your doctor can inform you about:

• certain movements to not be performed
• the right amount of physical challenge in your condition
• safety tips
• possible interactions between your medications and active exercises

How can a yoga instructor help you?

After speaking with your physician you have to inform your yoga instructor about your peculiar requirements. If it’s a good instructor he or she make everything possible to meet these requirements and free you of any possible discomfort. It’s important to discuss these things as you want your yoga practice to be beneficial as well as safe. Read the rest of this entry »