Yoga for Joint Pain
Sufferers of joint pain know the burden it brings to overall health and quality of life. If a doctor has advised exercise and movement for your condition, yoga provides a gentle way to restore strength without causing greater discomfort.
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Research
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Yoga for carpel tunnel syndrome Multiple interdisciplinary studies have shown yoga as one of the most beneficial therapies for every type of joint ailment from carpel tunnel syndrome to osteoarthritis (See References 1 to 3).
Function
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Yoga provides physical strength and mental balance A 1998 study from the Journal of the American Medical Association reported that strengthening, stretching, and balancing exercises along with relaxation reduced pain and improved mobility and grip strength (See References 1).
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Benefits
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Anyone can do yoga Yoga promotes the healthy function of all the body's systems. Clear up inflammatory, immune system, and circulatory system issues associated with joint pain while improving your overall well-being (See References 3).
Considerations
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Gentle yoga stretches The low-impact movements in yoga help regain mobility, but advanced classes can lead to strain and further injury. Yoga teaches you to listen to your body. Take it slow and seek a gentle, perhaps even private, instructor.
Types
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Low impact shoulder and wrist exercises Hip-opening stretches, like the half pigeon, help with hip tension and arthritis. Try gentle supine twists for knee and back pain, or specialized wrist and shoulder stretches for carpel tunnel syndrome (See References 4).
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References
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