Upper Body Injury Management for Yoga Teachers – 3 Hour CPD Workshop – 18/04/26

3 hour CPD Workshop with Victoria Thomas – Osteopath and Yoga Educator 

Neck to wrists

This highly practical workshop explores injuries and sensitivities from the upper thoracic spine to the fingertips. You will learn the mechanisms behind neck, shoulder, elbow and wrist issues and how yoga teachers can support safe, confident participation without increasing fear or overprotecting students.

What we cover:

• The causes of common upper body injuries

• How these issues present and what patterns to look for

• The pathophysiology behind tendon problems, nerve irritation and joint pain

• Why certain positions flare symptoms and why others help

• What to avoid and what is perfectly safe

• How to modify weight bearing and overhead movements

• Myths around alignment, posture and shoulder mechanics

• The role of strength, mobility and load tolerance in recovery

Practical focus:

• Variations for down dog, chaturanga, planks, side planks and arm balances

• Approaches to wrist loading without pain

• Neck mobility and strengthening

• Shoulder stability and scapular control drills

• Cueing that supports curiosity and confidence

What you leave with:

• A skill set that helps you work safely with upper body injuries

• Evidence informed tools that you can apply in your next class

• A deeper understanding of movement, pain science and functional recovery

• The confidence to teach students who are managing upper body pain