back pain – Yoga for Dentists

Seated Cat-Cow Variation Focusing on Gentle Spinal Flexing

This cat-cow variation is great for loosening up a stiff upper and lower back after a long day of dentistry.

Camel Pose Variation: for Tight thighs and Chest opening

stretching the front body. Here is a simpler variation that will help stretch the front of the hips, the thigh muscles, and chest while strengthening the muscles in the back.

Child’s Pose Variation: Yoga for Stiff Lower Back

The other night, I must’ve slept funny because I woke up with a stiff lower back. Then I spent hours at my desk which didn’t help. Here’s a simple child’s pose variation that offered me some relief by stretching my lower back. Try this at work, in between patients or at lunch time to give your back a gentle stretch.

Episode 23: Mindful Eating for Weight Loss with Natanya Brown, DMD

Endodontist and Weight Loss Coach Dr. Natanya Brown and I discuss common weight-loss pitfalls for dental professionals and how using mindfulness can help you lose weight.

Episode 21: Common Musculoskeletal Issues in Dentistry & Yoga Therapy with Caitlin Parsons, RDH

In this episode, Registered Dental Hygienist and Yoga Therapist Caitlin Parsons and I discuss the common musculoskeletal issues she sees in her dental clients, what yoga therapy is and why you should consider it as part of your “career longevity” toolbox! 🧘🏻‍♀️🙏🏻 🦷

Back and Shoulder Stretch with Eagle Pose Variation

Prone Back and Shoulder Stretch with Yoga Block. Yoga for Dentists.

Balancing Table Pose

One-legged, knee-to-chest pose, or Eka Pada Apanasana, is a great lower back and hips release after a long day of dentistry. #yogafordentists #yoga #dentists

Lower Back & Hips Stretches (Eka Pada Apanasana & Apanasana)

One-legged, knee-to-chest pose, or Eka Pada Apanasana, is a great lower back and hips release after a long day of dentistry. #yogafordentists #yoga #dentists

Restorative Lower Back Release

Yesterday, I slept terribly and then ended up waking up with a stiff lower back. I knew that yoga would help my back but decided to take a more restorative approach to my practice as my body and mind were telling me to “be gentle”. So today, my offering is the three poses I didContinue reading “Restorative Lower Back Release”