Yoga for Headache (Migraine)

By Staff

Tuesday, November 25, 2008, 12:49

Neck Bending
Sthiti: Dandasana

Practice

Stage - I (Forward - Backward)

Slowly move the head forward while exhaling and try to touch the chin tochest.

Then move the head as far back as comfortable with inhalation.

Feel the stretch of the muscles in front and back of the neck during the extreme position of bending.

Repeat this 10 rounds.

Stage - I I (Right and Left bend)

Exhaling, slowly bend the head to the right, bring the ear as close as possible to the shoulder without turning the head or lifting the shoulder.

Inhaling, bring the head back to normal position.

Then exhale and bend it to the left side in the same fashion.

Inhale and come back to normal position.

This is one round, repeat 10 rounds

Stage - I I I (Right and Left)

Keep the head upright with eyes closed.

Gently turn the head to the right while exhaling so that the chin is in line with the shoulder.

Then slowly inhale and come back to normal position.

Slowly exhale and turn the head to the left in the same fashion.

Come back to normal position.

This is one round, Repeat 10 rounds.

Note (For all the three Stages)

Move the head as far as possible. Do not over strain.

Keep the shoulders relaxed and steady.

Feel the release of tension in the neck muscles and the shoulder muscles.

Elderly people should not go to extreme positions.

Person with cervical spondylitis should avoid during acute pain.

If you have pain at any stage, stop in that position for a while. As you bring your complete awareness to the area of pain, start breathing consciously and deeply and then continue the movement.

It can be practiced standing in Tadasana or sitting in a chair, or in Vajrasana.

Disclaimer: Before practice, please consult your doctor in case you are suffering from ailments. It is recommended to practice under the guidance of experts.

To Be Continued

Disclaimer:
Before practice, please consult your doctor in case you are suffering from ailments. It is recommended to practice under the guidance of experts.

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Article Published On: Tuesday, November 25, 2008, 12:49 [IST]

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