Is it advisable to practice yoga while in remission or if cancer has returned?
I do not know enough about breast cancer to really answer you with any authority but I will offer some very general information. I recommend that you consult with your physician and explain the movement and practice of vinyasa and see what advice they may have. Many doctors are open-minded and would be happy to encourage anything that would assist the healing process. You might try entering some yoga chat lines and ask if anyone else has direct experience. As far as particular asanas to avoid during recovery I would recommend that you move with great awareness and control. Do not move quickly or deeply into asanas. Listen to your breath and focus on the internal practice. The body is always sending us signals. If you move slowly it is easier to listen. If you are recovering from surgery you must not do anything that would disturb the healing process or cause risk of tearing any sutures or causing undue strain to sensitive tissues. Allow the body to heal slowly. By consulting your physi
