Torn Adductor

Partial or complete rupture of the adductor brevis, longus and/or magnus muscles, the muscles that draw the legs together. BENEFICIAL POSES: Jathara Parivartanasana, Ardha Chandrasana, Utthita Hasta Padangustasana,. EXPLANATION: The anterior third of the gluteus medius and minimus actually adduct and internally rotate the leg, easing stress on the adductors, and promoting their healing. REFERENCES: Kelley K, Slattery K, Apollo K. An electromyographic analysis of selected asana in experienced yogic practitioners. Mov Ther. 2018 Jan;22(1):152-158. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2017.05.018. Epub 2017 May 31. Beazley D, Patel S, Davis B, Vinson S, Bolgla L.Trunk and hip muscle activation during yoga poses: Implications for physical therapy practice. Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2017 Nov;29:130-135. doi: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2017.09.009. Epub 2017 Sep 14.