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Anatomy IIIPresenter:
Chandrika Gibson
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Learning objectives
Be familiar with muscles, bones, fascia, ligaments and tendonsUnderstand and use anatomical language Describe the purpose of anatomical knowledge in yoga teachingInstruct students using accurate anatomical termsDescribe the action of joints in common yoga asanasRecognise the scope of practice of yoga teaching cfphysiotherapyDemonstrate a functional, holistic approach to yoga teaching
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Learning activities
LecturesDiscussionRole playPracticums
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Assessment
In class observationSuccessful completion in class activityAbility to work in a groupTeaching skills
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The Elbow
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Humero Ulna Joint• Distal humerus and proximal ulna
Radio Ulna Joint• Radius• Ulna• 2x Joints• Distal • Proximal
The Bones
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Humero Ulna Joint:• Flexion & Extension
RadioUlna• Pronation & Supination
The Movements
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BicepsTricepsPronator TeresSupinator
The Muscles
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Practical Implications:• Observe for elbow hyperextension in
downward dog and other forearm loading poses. • Pincha Mayurasana• Difficulty maintaining pronation.
Asana
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Hand & Wrist
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Radius Ulna Carpals Metacarpals Phalanges
The Bones
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Flexion Extension Radial Deviation Ulnar Deviation Pronation Supination
The Movements
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Extensor GroupFlexor Group
The Muscles
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Practical Implications:• Wrist muscles form a wrist bandha.• Generate strength here with regulated load activities.
Complicated Students:• Adjust postures for discomfort:
• Hands wider / turned out (maybe in?)• Change elbow position• Reduce load (go to knees)• Load forearms• Fists last (unsteady!)
Asana I
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Remember the body is a collection of complex systems.Study of anatomy should be for the long-term• Come back to this in a year.• Re-read when trying to understand inflexibility or injury
Observe to understandBeware creating “Anatomy classes”Do not disassociate!Beware simplification
Put it into Practice:
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