Justine Shelton, AVI Certified Viniyoga Therapist, C-IAYT, will teach you about the common conditions and injuries of the knee including ligament and meniscus tears, chondromalacia, osteoarthritis, muscular imbalances and knee replacement surgery. You will learn how to use the therapeutic tools of yoga to help your clients and students delay or prepare for knee replacement surgery, rehabilitate and recover range of motion, synergystically strengthen the musculature that supports the joint and experience less pain and discomfort.
Justine discusses and demonstrates alignment do’s and don’ts in creative and experiential ways. Join in on the Group Field Trip, dive into knee replacement before and after photos, and experience first-hand the benefits of healing asanas as Justine leads you through a one-hour Yoga Therapy for Knees practice.
| Module 1 | Handout and Slides: Knees & Knee Replacements |
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| Unit 1 | Handout: Yoga Therapy for the Knees & Knee Replacements |
| Unit 2 | Slides: Yoga Therapy for the Knees & Knee Replacements |
| Module 2 | Video Lecture I - Anatomy of the Knee |
| Unit 1 | Video Lecture I - Anatomy of the Knee |
| Module 3 | Video Lecture II - Injuries & Conditions of the Knee |
| Unit 1 | Video Lecture II - Common Injuries & Conditions of the Knee |
| Module 4 | Group Practice for the Knees |
| Unit 1 | Group Practice for Healthy Knees |
| Module 5 | Video Lecture III - Alignment & Knee Replacements |
| Unit 1 | Video Lecture III - Knee Alignment & Replacements |
| Module 6 | Asana Practice for Healthy Knees |
| Unit 1 | Asana Practice for the Knees |
| Module 7 | Quiz: Knees & Knee Replacements |
| Unit 1 | Quiz: Yoga Therapy for Knees & Knee Replacements |