Open AccessPrecautions For Yoga Practice Are Necessary In Cancer Patients With Spinal Metastasis
Author(s) -
Ying Guo
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
hsoa journal of alternative, complementary and integrative medicine
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2470-7562
DOI - 10.24966/acim-7562/100119
Subject(s) - medicine , cancer , quality of life (healthcare) , metastasis , physical therapy , cancer metastasis , bone metastasis , intensive care medicine , nursing
Yoga has been promoted for cancer patients as a tool for symptom management and improving quality of life. Many cancer patients have bone metastasis, are not fully aware of its impact. Improper movements during exercise and yoga can increase the risk for skeletal-related events. This short commentary alerts clinician and yoga teacher to assess bone integrity prior to recommending and teaching yoga.