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What is Shoulder Pain?

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What is Shoulder Pain?

Shoulder pain is a discomfort or soreness in the shoulder joint, impacting daily activities and movement. It can range from mild irritation to severe pain, affecting the ability to lift, reach, or perform routine tasks.

Causes of Shoulder Pain

Rotator Cuff Injuries: Strains or tears in the rotator cuff muscles.
Frozen Shoulder: Stiffness and reduced mobility due to inflammation.
Tendonitis: Inflammation of tendons connecting shoulder muscles.
Arthritis: Wear and tear on shoulder joints, causing pain and inflammation.
Poor Posture: Incorrect alignment contributing to shoulder stress.

Symptoms of Shoulder Pain

Persistent Ache: Continuous discomfort in the shoulder region.
Limited Range of Motion: Difficulty in raising or moving the arm freely.
Stiffness: Reduced flexibility and increased difficulty in shoulder movements.
Sharp or Dull Pain: Varied sensations from sharp, stabbing pain to dull, throbbing ache.
Discomfort During Activities: Pain exacerbated by specific movements or lifting objects.

Yoga Asanas for Shoulder Pain

Gomukhasana for shoulder pain: Stretches and opens shoulders for better flexibility, easing tension in upper back and neck.
Paschim Namaskarasana for shoulder pain: Improves flexibility in upper back.
Shalabhasana for shoulder pain: improves shoulder flexibility and increases blood circulation to the shoulder region, helping to reduce inflammation and alleviate pain.
Dhanurasana for shoulder pain: Stretches and strengthens shoulders and chest, enhancing overall spinal flexibility.
Purvottanasana for shoulder pain: helps stretch the shoulder muscles, increase shoulder flexibility, and strengthen the arms, which can help alleviate shoulder pain and reduce stiffness.
Setubandha Sarvangasana for shoulder pain: Strengthens shoulders, back, and neck, improving alignment and reducing shoulder discomfort.

Pranayama for Shoulder Pain

Bhastrika Pranayama (Bellows Breath): Improves blood flow to shoulders, boosting energy and reducing joint stiffness.

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Bellows Breath

Bhastrika Pranayama

The Sanskrit word “Bhastrika” means “bellows”, Prana

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Paschim namaskarasana (Therapy)

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