Arthritis Problem

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Hi,

 

I suffer from a form of rheumatoid arthritis. I am a 43 year old man

living in NC.

 

I have started a practice usinge Swenson's series 1 and Berch's Power

Yoga book.

 

I have severe pain in the wrists. Right now I am able to do the 2x5

Surynamaskar however my flexibility is limited and during the

precursor to upward dog (pushup position) I just can not put that

weight on my wrists. It is agonizing.

 

However I can get through upward and downward dog without too much

trouble.

 

I am focusing on my breathing and hoping that over time this condition

will start to respond to the breathing and the postures.

 

My question is if anyone on this group has had a similar experience

and how they are doing now (pain-wise).

 

Thanks so much,

 

Guy