Urdhva Baddhanguliyasana (Therapy)

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Introduction to the Asana

The name comes from the Sanskrit word Urdhva means “upward” and baddha indicates “caught” or “bound,” while anguli translates as “fingers” & asana meaning pose.

Benefits

Relaxes the brain & improves the function
Helps to strengthen and tone the muscles
Increases lung capacity and improves respiratory function

Ailments Tackled

Sciatica Pain
Kidney function improvement
Acidity

Steps to perform the Asana: Urdhva Baddhanguliyasana (Therapy)

Inhale deeply and engage your core muscles.
Exhale and bring your hands behind your back, interlacing your fingers together.
Press your palms together outside and straighten your arms as much as possible.
Keep your chest lifted and your shoulders relaxed away from your ears.
Inhale and lengthen your spine, lifting your chest towards the sky.
Exhale and gently lift your clasped hands away from your tailbone, feeling a stretch across the front of your shoulders and chest.
Keep your gaze forward or slightly upwards, avoiding straining your neck.
Hold the pose for 20-30 seconds, breathing deeply and evenly.
To release, gently unclasp your hands and bring them back to your sides.
Shake out your arms and shoulders if needed to release any tension.

Key Alignment Points

Not keeping your Shoulder straight when doing the asana

Contraindication / Cautions

Avoid in case of heart disease
Avoid in Osteoarthritis of the knees
Avoid in case of migraines, Insomnia & diarrheac

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