Pain's a bitch, Yoga helps.
Hi Friends!! Welcome to Chronic Asana, a site dedicated to transforming life with chronic pain toward the positive through yoga, art & a sense of humor.

Chronic Pain Informed Yoga
Chronic Asana is here to be a resource for those living in the isolation of chronic pain. Meet its founding wizard, Stephanie Kinney (and her trusty sidekick, Val)

Painful Insights
Over the years I’ve found some nuggets of wisdom buried in the depths of pain. Occasionally I like to write them down.
Sandbags
A Literal Heavyweight Yoga sandbags are a powerful tool to deepen your practice, offering a blend of grounding, support, and relaxation. As their name suggests, they are small fabric bags filled...
Foam Roller
Relieve Chronic Pain with Foam Rolling Though I might not quite categorize a foam roller as a “yoga prop,” it’s definitely worth a mention as a tool for pain management & it can definitely be...
Chair
Take a Load off: Use a Chair For those managing chronic pain, a chair can be a game-changer in yoga practice. It offers essential support, allowing for safe exploration of poses without overexerting...