Safe Movement for All Spines

A Guide to Spinal Anatomy and How to Work with 21 Spine and Hip Conditions

by Gwen Miller

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Pub Date 9 May 2023 | Archive Date 23 Feb 2023

North Atlantic Books

Health, Mind & Body | Nonfiction (Adult) | Professional & Technical

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Description

A comprehensive resource for yoga teachers, pilates instructors, and movement therapists--exercises, ergonomic adjustments, and daily-living activities for back pain, scoliosis, disc disease, and 18 other spinal conditions

Safe Movement for All Spines is an essential guide for all movement therapists and teachers. With ready-made exercises and easy adaptations, yoga instructors, pilates teachers, and fitness instructors will learn:

How to distinguish among different common spinal pathologies and mechanical dysfunctions--plus appropriate interventions and adjustments for each
All about osteoporosis, spinal stenosis, hypermobility syndromes, and more
Guidelines for appropriate movement and injury prevention
How to work safely and effectively with both pre- and post-surgical clients
Targeted programs for specific back-pain issues

Accessible and easy to understand, the lessons and practices from Safe Movement for All Spines are appropriate to share with clients practicing at home or in the studio.

Each condition is clearly explained with detailed illustrations and real-life examples, making for an empowering and educating experience. An invaluable resource, Safe Movement for All Spines is an up-to-date must-have for every yoga or pilates teacher’s reference library.