Ep 73: Hip Openers and Labral Tears: Why Deep Stretches Aren’t for Everyone

Some students need to be extremely cautious when it comes to poses like Pigeon, Fire Log, and even Butterfly. Excessive hip movement that's required in these poses can lead to labral tears, hip impingement, and even chronic pain. These poses primarily target the hip joints, which are in a position of flexion, external rotation, and abduction. And Pigen pose is the #1 culprit... and I'll explain why.In this episode, I’m going to discuss hip openers and one common injury associated with them. Ever heard of a labral tear?Referenced in this episode:Ep 72: When to Refer Out: Recognizing the Limits of Your ScopeYouTube: Half Pigeon Pose: How to Avoid Pain & InjuryClick HERE to send me a text & let me know your thoughts on this episode! Support the showYouTube: Yoga with Monica BrightFreebie: Yoga Sequencing for Different InjuriesLet's connect:Check out my website: Enhanced BodyConnect with me on InstagramWanna work together? Book a Discovery CallPractice yoga in my online studio The Alliance (7-day free trial)Join my Newsletter for teachers below! Want me to discuss a topic? Click HERE to submit it!Become a supporter of the Essential Conversations for Yoga Teachers Podcast! Starting at $3/ month.