Yoga: A cure for Backache

Posted on August 29, 2008 in Latest News

Backache, also known as pain in the back, is a common problem that affects majority of people as they get older and gradually loss the elasticity of their spine. Loss of spinal elasticity can be associated with faulty sitting and standing postures, traumas to the spine, etc. It can also occur because of excessive weight in the tummy that can put strains on the lower spinal (lumbar) region. Yoga can help in treating backache by maintaining and improving the natural posture of the spine and strengthening the muscles of our back.

Lists of Yogas to Control Your Backaches:

Trikonasana: It is also known as the triangle pose. It is suggested that the sideways bending of the spine can help in relaxing and stretching the ligaments and muscles of our back and that of the sides. This can further help in improving the lateral flexibility of the spine, thereby curing backache.

Padmasana: Experts believe that sitting on a lotus position can help in maintaing and improving the natural posture of the spine that can help in treating backache. A straight spinal posture can ensure free flow of energy throughout all parts of the body.

Tarhasana: Experts suggest that this asana is ideal for beginners as it is one of the simplest form of asanas. Tarhasana can help in stretching and relaxing all the ligaments and muscles of our body, thereby maintaining the normal curvature of the spine and curing backache.

Ustasana: It is recommended that ustasana can help in maintaining and enhancing flexibility of the spine and the muscles, thereby controlling backache.

Next time you have backache, you know what to do and how to cure it.

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