Salamba Sarvangasana (Therapy)

The sanskrit name is derived from Salamba (सलाम्बा) means ” supported”, Sarva (सर्वाङ्ग) meaning all, anga meaning body part and and āsana (आसन) meaning “posture” or “seat”.

• Place a yoga chair, bolster & blanket for support.

• Fold a Mat and place it on the seat of the chair and above that place a folded blanket for extra support to the lower back.

• Sit on the edge of the chair and lower yourself down onto the mat, ensuring your head is close to the bolster.

• Lie down on your back with holding the chair seat and your shoulders supported by the Bolster.

• Engage your core muscles and use your abdominal strength to lift your legs up toward the ceiling.

• With your legs lifted, slide your torso closer to the chair so that your hips are supported by the chair.

• The bolster should rest just below your shoulders and chair providing support for your lower back.

• Straighten your legs upward toward the ceiling, keeping them active and engaged.

• Use your hands to support your lower back and adjust the position as necessary for comfort.

• Keep your neck long and relaxed, with your gaze directed toward your chest.

• Hold the pose for few seconds, breathing deeply and evenly.

• Gently release the pose by lowering your legs and carefully lifting yourself upward to sit on the chair. Gradually come out of the chair.

• Focus on maintaining steady, smooth breaths and a sense of relaxation in the pose.

• Engage your core muscles and use your abdominal strength to lift your legs up toward the ceiling.

• Be aware that your hips should not rotate outwards while practicing the pose

• Avoid in case of headache

• Avoid if high blood pressure

• Avoid in pregnancy

• Any kind of neck & shoulder injury