Low Back Pain
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Adaptation
Overview
In this lesson, we introduce the topic of low back pain, exploring its common causes, contributing factors, and approaches to working with it through movement and awareness.
Objective
Gain understanding of the mechanisms behind low back pain and how to address it safely and effectively, whether in your own body or when working with students and clients.
What You'll Get
You'll walk away with practical knowledge about what contributes to low back discomfort and how to approach it intelligently. For your personal practice, you'll learn which movements and habits support spinal health and which might exacerbate existing issues. If you're a teacher, therapist, or trainer, you'll develop the ability to recognize warning signs and offer modifications that respect individual anatomy and limitations. This is foundational knowledge for anyone working with bodies, whether your own or others'.
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