Neck and shoulder pain can make everyday activities such as working at a computer, driving, reaching, lifting, and sleeping more difficult. This four-session group medical visit series uses mindful movement to support recovery from persistent neck and shoulder pain.

Each one-hour session incorporates yoga and other therapeutic movement techniques designed to calm the nervous system, build confidence and a sense of safety when moving and using the neck and shoulders, and address common areas of tension, weakness, and stiffness that may contribute to a range of neck and shoulder conditions.

Throughout the series, you will be guided through gentle movements that support mobility, strength, body awareness, and more comfortable participation in daily activities. The focus is not on pushing through pain or achieving specific yoga poses. Movements can be adapted to your comfort level, abilities, and available range of motion. No previous yoga experience is required.

This is a progressive series, with each session building on the skills and movements introduced previously. Participants are encouraged to attend all four sessions.

Session dates and times

Wednesdays, 5:45 to 6:45 p.m.
October 7, 14, 21, 28

Helpful items for the session

Please have the following available, if possible:

• A stable, non-wheeled chair

• A small section of a desk, table, or counter

• A small area of clear wall space

• A folded hand towel

• A broomstick, dowel, cane, hiking pole, stick-vacuum hose, or another firm object you can comfortably hold with both hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart

• A soup can, filled one-litre plastic bottle, or light weight between one and three pounds

Registration includes all four sessions.

This session is led by Andrea Palichuk (physiotherapist) & Dr. Noah Alexander.

Current patients can book here.