This is the second installment of a two-part series on yoga therapy for neck pain (read par t one here.) The first article was about neck anatomy and postures for healing. This article dives into the relationship of psychological stress/emotions and neck pain while offering a few therapeutic practices.

Practical ArticlesSierra WagnerSeptember 28, 2021pranayama, koasha, manomaya kosha, restorative yoga, childs pose, viparita karani, neck muscles, neck pain, stress, sympathetic nervous system, parasympathetic nervous system

Ankle Modifications for Happy Joints

Some of the most commonly practiced and beloved yoga poses put a lot of weight on, and take a lot of flexibility from, the ankles joints. It is important to maintain healthy ankles since they allow us to maintain and build strength and prevent future injuries caused by lack of strength or range of motion throughout the entire lower body. This article will offer some ways to maintain and gain range of motion that are low-impact and, thus less stressful for sensitive, tight or injured joints.

Practical ArticlesSierra WagnerJune 24, 2021ankles, modifications, Yoga Therapy, warrior one, childs pose, hero's pose, injury, inflammation, pain