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Yoga for Sonographers - A Guide to Stress Relief through Mindfulness and Movement

Written by Cassling | Dec 9, 2025

Stress. As a sonographer, you likely deal with it daily. And as stress increases, you could become even more susceptible to injuries resulting from overuse and repetitive movements.

Join this interactive session as Dax Godkin, BS, RDMS, RVT, shares information about the physical and mental effects of stress, including an overview of stress processes.

Learning Objectives:

  • Explain the causes and effects of stress on the sonographer community
  • Identify ways to alleviate stress, including mindfulness, meditation and progressive relaxation
  • Demonstrate yoga techniques centered on the main areas where sonographers experience pain while scanning – the shoulders, wrists, back and neck