Yoga Vaani 89 – March 2007
Removal of the veil of ignorance & arrogance
BKS Iyengar discusses how yoga practice combines intellectual and emotional growth, using Patanjali's yoga sutras to explain the dangers of intellectual arrogance and the path to true understanding through proper sadhana and connection of consciousness with the body.
Yoga Asanas and the Soul: Understanding the Deeper Purpose of Practice
A philosophical exploration of asana practice beyond physical exercise, emphasizing the union of body and soul through conscious intelligence and the removal of mental vrittis (modifications of mind). The article discusses how proper asana practice brings the rays of consciousness to all parts of the body.
Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis - Part 2: Yoga Asanas and Back Pain
A practical guide for yoga teachers managing students with lower back pain conditions, specifically spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis. The article provides detailed therapeutic asana sequences with modifications using props and supports to stabilize the spine and relieve symptoms.
Physiotherapy for Spondylolisthesis
A case study of treating a 28-year-old physical education teacher with chronic lower back pain and Grade II spondylolisthesis using Iyengar yoga therapy combined with physiotherapy consultation and orthopaedic management.
Scientific Evidence for Efficacy of Iyengar Yoga in Treating Low Back Pain
A comprehensive analysis of a randomized controlled clinical trial examining the efficacy of Iyengar yoga therapy on chronic lower back pain (CLBP), demonstrating significant reductions in functional disability, pain intensity, and pain medication usage.
Effect of Iyengar Yoga Therapy on Chronic Low Back Pain
Research study discussing the efficacy of Iyengar yoga intervention on chronic low back pain (CLBP), comparing results with previous published studies and outlining future research directions including a three-year NIH-funded clinical trial.
Interview with BKS Iyengar on Backbends
Comprehensive interview with BKS Iyengar discussing the philosophy, technique, safety considerations, and spiritual dimensions of backbends, including prerequisites for practice and contraindications for pregnancy and menstruation.
Backbends - Interview with BKS Iyengar
An in-depth interview with BKS Iyengar discussing the practice of backbends, including cautions for pregnant women, menstruation, fever, stress, and the psychological and neurological effects of backbends on the mind and nervous system.
Yoga for Scoliosis - A Personal Journey
A personal account of an Iyengar yoga teacher's experience with scoliosis and her approach to teaching students with scoliosis, including specific poses and modifications, and advice from Firooza Ali from Mumbai on working with spinal curvature.
Working with Scoliosis through Iyengar Yoga
A personal account of managing scoliosis through Iyengar yoga practice with teacher Firooza, detailing specific therapeutic techniques, props usage, and the journey of learning to work with spinal misalignment.
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