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OPLL & Yoga – Ossification of the Posterior Longitudinal Ligament — for Yoga Teachers, Yoga Therapists, Health & Wellness Coaches, Holistic Healthcare Providers

Lesson Overview

In this lesson, we introduce OPLL and considerations for teaching students with this condition.

Objective

Become familiar with OPLL (Ossification of the Posterior Longitudinal Ligament) and related teaching considerations.

Description

Describe OPLL and its symptoms. Explain potential causes and note the type of poses that should be avoided. Describe how yoga might support students with OPLL.

Vocabulary

OPLL, posterior longitudinal ligament

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