In this lesson, we explore a general teaching approach for students with neck, shoulder or upper back issues.
Objective
Apply knowledge of anatomy and of neck, shoulder and upper back issues to support an effective teaching approach.
Description
Explain a number of areas for care associated with neck, shoulder and upper back issues, and note which symptoms may be a sign of potentially serious issues. Describe why movement in the upper back is naturally limited and describe the issue of compensation as it relates to correcting excessive curvature in the thoracic spine. Explain why shoulder strengthening is important and describe a typical weakness of traditional yoga asana as it relates to shoulder strengthening. Provide some general approaches to consider for upper back, shoulder and neck care.
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