The sanskrit name is derived from Baddha ( बद्ध) ,meaning “bound”, Koṇa (कोण) meaning “angle”, and Āsana (आसन), meaning “posture” or “seat”.
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Introduction to the Asana
Benefits
- Opens the hips
- Prevents inguinal hernia
- Improves joint mobility of the knees, ankles, sacral and hips
- Enhances the functioning of the reproductive and abdominal organs along with the thyroid gland
Ailments Tackled
- Helps in curing PCOD / PCOS
- Cures hip joint pain
- Helps to cure Sciatica pain
- Prevents hernia & varicose veins
Steps to perform the Asana: Baddha konasana (Therapy)
- Start by folding a blanket into a long, narrow strip, about the width of your yoga mat.
- Place the folded blanket horizontally across your yoga mat, near the top edge.
- Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you.
- Bend your knees and bring the soles of your feet together, allowing your knees to fall out to the sides.
- Slide the folded blanket under your sit bones. This elevates your pelvis slightly and helps in maintaining the natural curve of your lower back.
- Adjust the blanket as needed to ensure it supports your pelvis evenly.
- Sit up tall with your spine lengthened. Engage your core muscles gently to support your lower back.
- Allow your knees to drop towards the floor, creating a diamond shape with your legs.
- Keep your feet close to your body, but not so close that you feel strain in your knees or hips.
- Place your hands on your feet or ankles.
- Use your hands to gently press down on your thighs, encouraging them to open further. Avoid using excessive force; the pressure should be gentle and controlled.
- Take slow, deep breaths in this position, allowing your breath to guide you deeper into the stretch.
- Hold the pose for 30 – 60 seconds or longer if it feels comfortable and beneficial for you.
- Gently release the pose and sit in a Sukhasana (crossed leg position).
Key Alignment Points
- Ensure that your pelvis is in a neutral position, neither tilted too far forward nor backward.
- Avoid forcing the knee downwards if you feel discomfort or strain.
Common Misalignments / (Mistakes)
- Rounding the back
Contraindication / Cautions
- Avoid in case of suffering from arthritis
- Avoid in Tenderness, misalignment, swelling or pain in the hips
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