Leg Length Discrepancy Sandals: How I Got Them
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Though the Clarks were more expensive than the other footwear I have worn—and the alterations weren’t cheap—these leg length discrepancy altered sandals are the best.
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Leg Length Discrepancy and Yoga After Hip Replacement Surgery
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Hip replacement surgery offers relief from chronic pain, but sometimes it can lead to a new challenge: leg length discrepancy (LLD).
Read MoreYoga Pose for Leg Length Discrepancy: Chair Pose (Utkatasana)
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Chair Pose (Utkatasana) allows you to notice differences between your sides and try to create more balance and levelness between them if you have a leg length discrepancy.
Read MoreCan I Do Yoga in Shoes?
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While yoga is traditionally done barefoot, there are situations where shoes might be a better option for you. Let's explore the benefits of both approaches and find the right fit for your yoga practice.
Read MoreWhat are symptoms of leg length discrepancies?
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Often those with mild leg length discrepancies show no signs at all, while more severe cases are likely to reveal more symptoms.
Read MoreYoga Pose for Leg Length Discrepancy: Marichyasana
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Marichyasana is an asymmetric pose and can require those with LLD or scoliosis to do different actions on each side.
Read MoreWhy do people with leg length discrepancies have pain?
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Leg length discrepancies, though quite common, can cause pain. Here are some common reasons why.
Read MoreTypes of Body Asymmetries
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There are several types of body asymmetries, including scoliosis, leg length discrepancy, limb length discrepancy, torticollis, pectus carinatum, and pectus excavatum.
Read MoreYoga Poses for Leg Length Discrepancy: Staff Pose (Dandasana)
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Staff Pose (Dandasana) is a basic yoga pose that is one of the best for highlighting postural patterns and strengthening back and leg muscles in those with body asymmetries like scoliosis and leg length discrepancies.
Read MoreYoga Poses for Leg Length Discrepancy: Side Plank Pose (Vasisthasana)
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Side Plank Pose (Vasisthasana) was found to help reverse scoliosis spinal curves and it is also important for those with leg length discrepancies.
Read MoreYoga Poses for Leg Length Discrepancy: Wide-Legged Forward Fold (Prasarita Padottanasana)
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Wide-Legged Forward Fold (Prasarita Padottanasana) is a good yoga pose for those with leg length discrepancies and scoliosis because it stretches the legs, glutes, and back while promoting stability in the hips and balance between each leg, ankle, and foot.
Read MoreThree Yoga Poses to Strengthen Your Gluteus Medius
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If you have a leg length discrepancy (LLD), scoliosis, or various back, hip, or leg conditions you could have gluteus medius weakness or asymmetry. For some people, strengthening or balancing out these muscles will reduce pain, improve balance, and promote body symmetry.
Read MoreHow Scoliosis and Leg Length Discrepancies Affect My Physical Body
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I document where my body is in space and how it is affected by my leg length discrepancy (LLD) and scoliosis
Read MoreLeg Length Discrepancy Lifts for Sneakers: How I Got Them Made
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I bought a pair of black Under Armour running shoes to see what the process was like to get them adjusted for leg length discrepancy.
Read MoreLeg Length Discrepancy Flip Flops: How I Got Them
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Here’s how I got two pairs of flip flops altered for my leg length discrepancy at a shoe repair shop.
Read MoreReview: Jacked Up Flip Flops for Leg Length Discrepancy
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Jacked Up footwear offers lifts and black flip flops in 4 mm increments for leg length discrepancies. Here’s my review of them.
Read MoreBest yoga poses for improving balance with scoliosis or leg-length discrepancy
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These five yoga poses help you improve your balance and prepare for life’s transitions, specifically accounting for inherent body asymmetries that arise from the scoliosis or leg length discrepancies.
Read MoreYoga Props to Protect Your Knees
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I discuss yoga props you can use to pad your knees when in a quadruped position or resting on your knees.
Read MoreYoga Poses for Leg Length Discrepancy: Tree Pose
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Tree Pose is an asymmetric pose that strengthens the legs and glutes while improving posture, balance, and stability.
Read MoreYoga Poses for Leg Length Discrepancy: Triangle Pose
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Triangle Pose (Trikonasana) is a great yoga pose for leg length discrepancies, pregnancy, and relieving anxiety. This particular leg length discrepancy variation incorporates a chair.
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