But researchers have warned that yoga can also lead to injuries and even worsen the existing injury. A finding has revealed that yoga causes musculoskeletal pain in 10% people and exacerbated 21% of the existing injuries, particularly pre-existing musculoskeletal pain in the upper limbs. Most “new” yoga pain is in the upper extremities such as the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand possibly due to postures that put weight on the upper limbs. (Shutterstock)Lead researcher Evangelos Pappas said that while yoga can be beneficial for musculoskeletal pain, like any form of exercise, it can also result in musculoskeletal pain. However, as 74% of participants in the study reported that existing pain was improved by yoga, highlighting the complex relationship between musculoskeletal pain and yoga practice.

Source: Hindustan Times June 28, 2017 05:15 UTC