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Yoga for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

By Ann Pizer, About.com

Updated May 29, 2009

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Backbend

Supported Bridge and Bow Pose

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Backbends can help counteract the forward-leaning tendency that desk workers develop. A Supported Bridge is a nice, gentle backbend. More advanced yogis may try Bow Pose - Dhanurasana, a full backbend that does not put pressure on the wrists like a Full Wheel, which should be avoided.
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