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Ive been doing yoga every morning for about 7 weeks now. my pyriformis on my r hip stays sore. i thought stretching would eventually help. will it?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Hip pain: Yoga, like many lifestyle choices, can help but if not done appropriately, can exacerbate. Please see your doctor to see if yoga is ok for you or if you need to make some adjustments. Peace and good health.

Answered 8/13/2018

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A member asked:

Ive been doing yoga every morning for about 7 weeks now. my pyriformis on my r hip stays sore. i thought stretching would eventually help. will it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

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