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11 Tips for Teaching Yoga Students with Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a chronic disease that is characterized by porous, weakened bones. It usually presents as low bone mass (decrease in bone quantity) and deterioration of the microarchitecture of bones (decrease... Read more
Exercise Lowers Fracture Risk as We Age
It is not uncommon for older people who are mainly sedentary to be somewhat apprehensive about starting an exercise routine. Their worries may include not having the strength or stamina to be able to complete... Read more
4 Bone-Building Yoga Poses
As we age, it’s normal to lose some bone mass. But losing an excessive amount can lead to fractures of the hip and spine, loss of height, rounding of the upper back and limited mobility. Unfortunately, bone... Read moreFeatured Courses
While millions of Americans suffer from pain in the low back and pelvis, many back and hip issues are actually the result of sacroiliac instability (SI), i.e. an imbalance in the sacroiliac joint, which often goes undiagnosed or is improperly treated. Alarmingly, yoga practitioners appear to...Read more
Hip openers are among the most satisfying and powerful yoga poses. They hold a tremendous potential for transformation; they can help us release deep-seated tension and trauma of the past, which many of us hold locked in the hip area. When practiced correctly, hip openers are a great way to soothe...Read more
Yoga is more popular than ever, but as yoga has become a household word, has it also become a mile wide and an inch deep? Are we missing out on the essence of yoga, even as the practice has become a household word? What can we do to capture the deepest aspects of yoga and integrate these into our...Read more
Most people know the importance of core strengthening for health and long-term well-being, but the pelvic floor is an important group of core muscles, which tend to get ignored. “The torso is like a tote bag for your organs,” says Leslie Howard, a Bay area yoga teacher who conducts workshops...Read more
Men Are At Risk Osteoporosis: What You Need to Know
If you thought that osteoporosis only affects women, think again. Although women are at greater risk for developing the disease, mounting research suggests that this bone-thinning condition is under-diagnosed in men. According to the Surgeon General, by 2020 half of all American men and women over age 50 will have reduced bone mass. Read more
Why Osteoporosis in Men Is a Greater Health Risk Than Most People Think
If there aren’t enough health issues for men to worry about, here’s a new one: osteoporosis isn’t a disease that only affects elderly, frail women. Although women are at greater risk, mounting research suggests that this bone-thinning condition is under-diagnosed in men and is a growing health risk for males as they age. Read more
Yoga for Osteoporosis – Join Dr. Loren Fishman’s Study!
If you are concerned about osteoporosis, but hesitate to take medications, you are not alone. The reported side effects of the bisphosphonates, the most common osteoporosis medications, include: Atrial fibrillation, increased fractures, slowed healing, and many more. Read more
Yoga and Osteoporosis: Another Osteoporosis Drug Linked to Increased Spontaneous Femur Fractures
In this insightful article, Yoga U Presenter Dr. Loren Fishman updates on the controversy and why yoga might be your best bet for preventing fractures. Read more
Yoga U Presenter Loren Fishman Featured in the New York Times
Dr. Loren Fishman, a regular contributor to YogaUOnline is gaining national attention for his work using yoga as therapy for patients with orthopedic problems. Dr. Fishman was recently profiled by New York... Read more
The Do’s and Don’ts of Yoga for Osteoporosis
Yoga for osteoporosis is an excellent way to strengthen thinning bones, but make sure you adhere to the following guidelines for safe practice. Read more