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Yoga and Back Pain Part 5

The word Yoga is derived from the Sanskrit translation "Yuj", meaning to unite; the union of both the mind and body resulting in a pure and perfect state of consciousness.  It aims to tailor yoga to the individual needs of the student so that yoga is relevant to every person and every situation.  "Yoga is…
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Yoga and Back Pain Part 4

Conclusion One of the major concerns with acute back pain injuries is the prevention of the injury becoming a long term one, with all the individual, social and healthcare costs that chronic conditions incur.  By setting up a programme of regular yoga practice your body will get stronger, more flexible and your immune system will…
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Yoga and Back Pain Part 3

Exercise Exercise in an important aspect of treating tension headaches.  Yoga exercises for back pain. There are special exercises for relieving your back pain through yoga. A combination of stretching, extending and aerobic exercises will also aid recovery as well as giving you the best chance of avoiding future back injuries.  Appropriate stretching exercises, which…
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Yoga and Back Pain Part 2

Although back pain is often caused by an injury to one or more of the structures of the back, it may have another cause.  Factors that increase your risk for back pain and injury include getting older, having a family history of back pain, sitting for long periods, lifting or pulling heavy objects, or having…
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