by Justine | Ask the Expert, Q&A: Mid Body and Spine, Q&A: Upper Body
My student’s doctor told her she should do no twists at all, never, because of her spine. Hello! I have a question concerning one of my students and I hope you can give me some advice. My student is in her late sixties and has suffered from leukemia. This was...
by Sherry | Ask the Expert, Q&A: Mid Body and Spine
Is it Safe for a Student with Scoliosis to Twist? Is it Safe for a Student with Scoliosis to Twist? Leslee’s favorite twist (Justine’s too!!) Answer from Justine I have to start the answer here with, it depends! Is the scoliosis an S curve or C curve? If...
by Sherry | Ask the Expert, Q&A: Mid Body and Spine
Question I have a student with scoliosis and I want to know if the forward bending and side twisting movements that are in the Sun Salutation seated series are safe? Safer Alternative Answer from Sherry Here is the option I offer in my sun sal sequence for those...
by Sherry | Ask the Expert, Q&A: Mid Body and Spine
Which twists are best for SI joint pain? Answer from Justine A supine, symmetrical twist (both knees bent) would be okay if the hips are kept even by placing a block or bolster between the knees. Rotation of the lumbar can be limited by blocking it – placing a...
