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Yoga for Back Pain

Yoga for Back Pain
yoga poses that alleviate acute back pain

Urdhva Hastasana (Upward Salute)
Urdhva Hastasana literally translates to "Raised Hands Pose" but it is also some times called Talasana, the Palm Tree Pose (tala = palm tree)

Urdhva Dhanurasana (Upward Bow or Wheel Pose)
Strengthens the arms, legs, abdomen, and spine, and gives a boost of energy

Virabhadrasana II (Warrior II Pose)
Named for a fierce warrior, an incarnation of Shiva, this version of warrior pose Increases stamina.

Pariviaa Parsvakonasana (Revolved Side Angle Pose)
On the three revolved variations of standing poses.

Bharadvajasana I (Bharadvaja's Twist)
This gentle twist is a tonic for the spine and the abdominal organs.

Parivrtta Trikonasana (Revolved Triangle Pose)
Usually a counterpose to Trikonasana, Also a preparation for seated forward bends and twists.

Dandasana (Staff Pose)
It might look easy, but there's more to staff Pose than meets the eye.

Sphinix Pose
Sphinix Pose is the infant of backbends. It can be practiced with backbends. It can be practiced with either an active or passive approach.

Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana (Revolved Head-to-knee Pose)
There are two interpretations of the Sanskrit Janu Sirsasana, Head-to-Knee and head-of-the-Knee. the former emphasizes the forward bend. The later refers to the "head" of the bent knee that use press away from you to assist the forward bend

Dhanurasana (Bow Pose)
The torso and legs represent the body of the bow, and the arms the string.

Setu Bandha Sarvangasana (Bridge Pose)
Calms the brain and rejuvenates tired legs.

Ustrasana (Camel Pose)
For this pose you can pad your knees and shins with a thickly folded blanket

Marjaryasana (cat Pose)
This pose provides a gentle massage to the spine and belly organs.

Bitilasana (Cow Pose)
Cow Pose is an easy, gentle way to up the spine.

Adho Mukh Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog)
One of the most widely recognized yoga poses. An all-over, rejuvenating stretch

Garudasana (Eagle Pose)
You need strength, flexibility and endurance, and unwavering concentration.

Utthita Trikonasana (Extended Triangle Pose)
Triangle Pose is the quintessential standing pose in many styles of yoga.

Agnistambhasana (Fire Log Pose)
Stretches the outer hips intensely, Particularly the piriformis, which is often the main culprit of sciatic pain.

Matsyasana (Fish Pose)
It is said that if you perform this pose in water, you will be able to float like a fish.

Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord of the Fishes Pose)
This twist energizes the spine and stimulates the digestive fire.

Ardha Chandrasana (Half Moon Pose)
Highly effective strengthener for the legs and ankles.

Salabhasana (Locust Pose)
An effective means for strengthening the back of the torso, legs and arms in preparation for the deeper

Marchyasana III(Marichi's Pose)
Marchi's Pose is sometimes called the Sage's Pose

Halasana (Plow Pose)
Plow Pose reduces backache and can help you get to sleep.

Supta Padangusthasana (Reclining Big Toe Pose)
Provides relief from backache and stretches the hips, hamstrings and calves

Infographic BACKPAINRELIEF.NET
Source: Yoga poses from Yoga Journal/Consult with a doctor before practicing these poses Yoga for Back Pain Yoga poses that can alleviate acute back pain Bharadvajasana (Bharadvaja's Twist) This gentle twist is a tonic for the spine and the abdominal organs. Urdhva Hastasana (Upward Salute) Urdhva Dhanurasana (Upward Bow or Wheel Pose) Virabhadrasana Il (Warrior II Pose) Parivrtta Parsvakonasana (Revolved Side Angle Pose) One of three revolved variations of standing poses. Urdhva Hastasana literally translates to "Raised Hands Pose," but it is also some- times called Talasana, the Palm Tree Pose (tala = palm tree). Strengthens the arms, legs, abdomen, and spine, and gives a boost of energy. Named for a fierce warrior, an incarnation of Shiva, this version of Warrior Pose increases stamina. Dandasana (Staff Pose) Sphinx Pose Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana (Revolved Head-to-Knee Pose) Dhanurasana (Bow Pose) The torso and legs represent the body of the bow, and the arms the string. Parivrtta Trikonasana (Revolved Triangle Pose) Usually a counterpose to Trikonasana Also a preparation for seated forward bends and twists. It might look easy, but there's more to Staff Pose than meets the eye. Sphinx Pose is the infant of backbends. It can be practiced with either an active or passive approach. There are two interpretations of the Sanskrit Janu Sirsasana, Head-to-Knee and Head-of- the-Knee. The former emphasizes the forward bend. The latter refers to the "head" of the bent knee that you use press away from you to assist the forward bend. Setu Bandha Sarvangasana (Bridge Pose) Ustrasana (Camel Pose) Marjaryasana (Cat Pose ) Bitilasana (Cow Pose) Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog) Calms the brain and rejuvenates tired legs. For this pose you can pad your knees and shins with a thickly folded blanket. This pose provides a gentle massage to the spine and belly organs. Cow Pose is an easy, gentle way Jto warm up the spine. One of the most widely recognized yoga poses. An all-over, rejuvenating stretch. Agnistambhasana (Fire Log Pose) Stretches the outer hips intensely, particularly the piriformis, which is often the main culprit of sciatic pain. Garudasana (Eagle Pose) Utthita Trikonasiana (Extended Triangle Pose) Matsyasana (Fish Pose) Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord of the Fishes Pose) You need strength, flexibility, and endurance, and unwavering concentration. Triangle Pose is the quintessential standing pose in many styles of yoga. It is said that if you perform this pose in water, you will be able to float like a fish. This twist energizes the spine and stimulates the digestive fire. Supta Padangusthasana (Reclining Big Toe Pose) Provides relief from backache and stretches the hips, hamstrings, and calves. Ardha Chandrasana (Half Moon Pose) Salabhasana (Locust Pose) Marichyasana III (Marichi's Pose) Halasana (Plow Pose) Marichi's Pose is sometimes called the Sage's Pose. An effective means for strengthening the back of the torso, legs, and arms in preparation for the deeper Plow Pose reduces backache a Highly effective strengthener for the legs and ankles. nd can help you get to sleep. Infographic: BACKPAINRELIEF.NET Source : Yoga Poses from Yoga Journal / Consult with a doctor before practicing these poses

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