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bga Therapy
Yoga's System of healing is based on the premise that the body should be
allowed to function äs naturally äs possible. Practising the recommended
asanas will first rejuvenate your body, and then tackle the causes of the ailment.
The four pillars of yoga therapy are the physician, circumstances. More often than not, ailments,
the medication, the attendant, and the patient. whether minor or major, affect the body. The
In the yogic worldview, the sage Patanjali is the science ofyoga, äs well äs that ofAyurveda
physician, asanas are the medication, the yoga [a traditional Indian System of healing based
instructor is the attendant, and the Student is the on herbal remedies), classify ailments that
patient. Asanas are recommended to "patients" afflict the body and the mind under three basic
according to their ailment and their physical categories. These are: self-inflicted ailments, caused
and emotional condition. This has to be by neglect or abuse of the body; congenita]
done with care. Ifa doctor's diagnosis ailments, present from birth; and ailments
is wrong or the dosage is inappropriate, caused by the imbalance of any of the five
the treatment can actually härm the patient. elements of ether, air, fire, water, and earth,
Similarly, asanas that are not suited to in our System. Yoga can treat ai) three, but the
an individual's requirements can pace and effectiveness of the eure depends
adversely affect his or on the type of ailment, its progression, the
her health. Follow the patient's constitution, and his or her commitment
recommended sequence to the treatment.
of asanas carefully.
The human body is a How the therapy works
very complex piece of The process ofyoga therapy is based on
machinery, a finely selecting and sequencing asanas that stretch
connected network specified parts ofthe body, and block others.
of muscles, joints, You must remember, however, that in
nerves, veins, the case of serious or congenital
arteries, and disabilities, yoga asanas may not Practising steadilyand with persistence
capillaries. It is a effect a füll recovery, but in many
Yoga therapy involves stretching certain parts of the body and relaxing others
hard task to keep cases can alleviate same of the
all these elements for AIDS (see page 309), may relieve some of ultimate eure. The belief underlying yoga
suffering associated with the
co-ordinated and in condition. For instance, the the Symptoms, and the relief can boost morale therapy is to enable the human System to
good working order asana sequence prescribed and self-confidence. function äs efficiently, effectively, and naturally äs
under the best of Another benefit of yoga therapy is that it has it can. This natural process, however, operates
been known to raise the threshold of pain and at its own rhythm and pace, and the pace may
endurance. This only happens, however, ifthe sometimes be slow.
recommended asanas are practised with patience Yoga therapy begins with understanding the
and dedication. Yoga calms the brain and soothes entire human body and the way it functions. The
the nerves, reducing the apprehension of pain, origins and development ofthe ailment in question
Yoga therapy which is, in many cases, äs damaging äs pain itself. are carefully studied, particularly the parts of
rejuvenates the body the body most affected. The aim is not simply to
Medication accelerates the healing process,
Yogacharya lyengar in
Paripoorna Matsyendrasana but is not a eure in itself. Nature alone is the eure the specific Symptom, but to target the cause.
262 YOGA FOR AILMENTS YOGA THERAPY 263
The brain and the body

Health is not a conimodity to be bargained for. A very important aspect of yoga
R has to be earned through sweat." therapy is that it teaches us to

control the effect of the brain
upon the body. The term "brain"
Asanas and health body. Yoga is a combination of physiotherapy, is used here in the broadest
Asanas make your body supple, bringing psychotherapy, and spiritual therapy, a healing sense, covering the mind and
alertness to your mind, while soothing your science that does not distinguish between the intellect, and including thought,
nerves and glands, relaxing your brain, and physical and physiological bodies. Asanas are experience, and imagination.
maintaining a physical, physiologica], and bio-physio-psychological poses, through which Energy from the brain is
emotional balance. Regulär practice ofasanas we build up many "dams" inside our body. BIood diffused to various parts of the
improves your self-confidence and willpower. and energy are brought to these "dams", which body in the form of vital
The practice of asanas lubricates joints, and then open very gradually, allowing the Organs to healing energy. Practising yoga
increases mobility, bringing about an awareness absorb fresh healing blood and energy. When a teaches the brain to be calm
of each muscle, joint, and organ. Different part of the body is affected by disease, it loses its and passive, to accept and
combinations of asanas improve the ränge of sensitivity. During the practice of specifically subdue pain, not fight it.
movementfor each muscle andjoint, helping to therapeutic asanas, energy from these "dams" The energy that is otherwise
align the left and the right sides ofthe body. flows uninterruptedly to the affected area, dissipated in coping with stress
allowing the healing process to begin. and pain, is diverted to healing.
How asanas heal you It is important to work gradually from the Ultimately, the aim of yoga
Asanas are based on the simple principles of periphery to the affected area. First, the peripheral therapy is to teach the brain
stretching, bending, rotating, and relaxing. These parts ofthe body should be toned, strengthened, and body to work in harmony.
movements have diverse effects on the body's and put into good working order. Only then can Specific asanas work on the
Systems, and will either heal, stimulate, or seal the ailment be tackled. Sometimes, however, in various Systems ofthe body,
off specific parts of the body. At the same time, the case of a fresh problem, the affected part whether respiratory, circulatory,
the approach is holistic, aimed at purifying and should be worked upon directly, before it digestive, hormonal, immune,
strengthening each organ, bone, and cell ofthe degenerates further. or reproductive. Therefore, the
combination and sequencing
ofthe asanas must be followed
for the healing process to be
effective. Follow the sequence
prescribed for your particular
ailment, setting up a schedule
for practising the recommended
Range of movements asanas (see page 408). Do not
Viparita Dandasana relieves get discouraged ifthe healing
stiff back muscles
of your ailment takes time.
Remember, perseverance is
the essence ofyoga.
Holistictherapy
Yoga addresses every organ, bone,
muscte, and celt of the body
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IEART AND CIRCULATION

The heart is the organ that pumps blood to all parts of the body. //Never per form asanas mechanically.
It is located in the thoracic cavity, nestled between the lungs. The
circulatory System, composed of arteries, veins, and capillaries,
Jfyou do/ your body stagnates. "
carries blood to and from the heart, supplying the entire body with
oxygen and nutrients, and carrying away waste products. The following
sequences of asanas address same common disorders of this System.
COLD EXTREMITIES
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This is caused by a slowdown
in circulation. when blood
collects in the torso and fails to
correctty reach the extremities.
It gives rise to ailments of the
ehest and of the intestinal and
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abdominat organs. It is often
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VARICOSE VEINS
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In this condition, veins ust
beneath the skin of the Legs are
elongated and dilated, leading
to aching Legs, fatigue. and
muscte cramps. The condition
often occurs during pregnancy
and menstruation, and also
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affects those who have to stay
on their feet for lang periods.
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HIGHBLOODPRESSURE
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This condition is defined äs
sustained. elevated blood
pressure, and is also known
äs hypertension. It has many
causes, which inctude
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psychological. physiologicat.
and environmentat'factors.
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LOW BLOOD PRESSURE

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This condition, also called
hypotension, occurs when
btood pressure is less than that
normatly required to transport
bLood to all parts of the body.
This can reduce blood supply
to the brain, resutting in
fatigue. fainting spelts,
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Light-headedness. bLurred
Vision, or nausea.
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BLOCKED ARTERIES
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This occurs when the coronary
vessets are blocked, reducing
btood flow to the cardiac
muscles. This process
eventualty damages these
muscl.es, and is a major cause
of heart attacks. A common
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Symptom is angina or ehest
pain [see page 272). i- page 244 page 246
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ANGINA
Angins pain characteristically
radiates from the ehest to the
back, neck. and arms. and is
accompanied by nausea.
breathlessness, and fatigue.
Its causes include smoking,
obesity, btocked arteries (see Adhomukha Svanasana
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page 271), hypertension. and
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HEARTATTACK
Inadequate btood suppLy to the
heart muscLes resutts in
myocardial infarction ora heart
attack. It is often due to the
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arteries [see page 272).
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ÊSPIRATORY SYSTEM
Respiration Starts from the upper respiratory tract in the nose and "Hence, control the breath to restrain
the pharynx (throat). Then, inhaled air passes through to the trachea
(wind-pipe), and the two major bronchi. These airways conduct air
the wandering mind."
into the lungs. Carbon dioxide from the body's cells is exhaled
through the lungs. Yoga asanas are particularly beneficial for all respiratory
disorders if the recommended sequences are practised regularly.
COLDS
These are minorviraL
infections of the mucous
membranes that Line the upper
respiratory tract, including the
nose and throat. The most
common Symptoms are nasaL
obstruction and discharge.
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BREATHLESSNESS
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This condition, also calted
dyspnoea. Js caused by
deficiencies in the etastic recoit
of the Lungs. Air is retained in
the tungs, which then become
distended. The diaphragm is
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SINUSITIS
This condition is caused by
the inflammation or sweLLing
of mucous membranes Lining
the sinus cavities. Common
Symptoms inctude nasat
congestion and discharge,
headaches, and pain in the
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region of the upperjaw,
eyes, cheeks. or ears,
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BRONCHITIS
inftammation or excess mucus
in the bronchi. the ain/vays
connecting the lungs to the <.-s
trachea orwind-pipe. The
common Symptoms of this
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condition are shortness of
breath. wheezing. and coughing.
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ASTHMA
In this condition, the airways (??
of the Lungs are constricted.
causing tightness in the ehest,
bouts of coughing. wheezmg,
and breathing difficulties.
The inflammation of the air
passages can become chronic.
Asthma is usually caused by Dandasana
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allergies or stress.
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IGESTIVE SYSTEM
All the food we eat has to travel an average distance of almost
llm (36ft) through the body. It passes through the mouth, gullet,
//Fear and fatigue block the mind. small intestine, and large intestine. Food interacts with the saliva
and with the secretions of the pancreas, gall bladder, and liver, and is
Confront both squarely, and then
broken down by digestive enzymes and acids. During this process, nourishment
courage and confidence will flow is absorbed by the body. Regulär practice of these recommended asanas
intoyou." effectively alleviates digestive disorders.
INDIGESTION
This condition is associated
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with upper abdominat pain,
discomfort, or distension
which is either intermittent or
chronic. Other indications are
nausea, vomiting, bel.chmg,
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constant feeLing of being fuLL,
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ACIDITY
This is commonty indicated by
a sharp, burning Sensation in
the Lower ehest, just betow the
stemum. It can be caused by
overeating, the intake of highty ^
spiced or rieh food, excessive
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alcohot, or drugs. such äs
aspinn or cortisone.
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CONSTIPATION
For same peopte. the
etimination of waste from the
body is difficutt. infrequent, and
sometimes painful. This is offen
accompanied by a feeting that
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the bowets have not been
comptetety emptied.
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DIARRHOEA
This condition is charactenzed
by the sudden onset of frequent.
watery stools, and is usuaLly
the Symptom of an abdominat
infection. 1t is associated with
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IRRITABLE BOWEL
SYNDROME
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Characterized by a combination
of abdominaL pain and altered
bowel function, this syndrome
is due to a disturbance in the
muscl.e movements of the Large
intestine. Some predisposing
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factors are a low-fibre diet. the
use of Laxatives, or stress.
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DUODENALULCERS
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These are ulcers or raw areas
in the duodenal butb. A common
Symptom is a buming gastric
pain 1-3 hours after a meat,
retieved only by eating or by
*îi uu~ antacids. Other Symptoms
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vomiting. dizzfness. and nausea.
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GASTRIC ULCERS
These are raw areas in the
gastro-intestinat tract,
caused by the erosion of
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digestive juices. The usuat
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ULCERATIVE COLITIS
the inflammation of the colon
and rectum. Common
Symptoms inctude diarrhoea
with btood in the stools,
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Supta Virasana
can be frequent or can occur
after lang inte^/ats.
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"When stability becomes a habit,

maturity and clarity follow.'
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RINARY SYSTEM
This System comprises the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and the urethra. //Intensified action in yoga brings
The kidneys manufacture urine, which consists of water and the
waste products of metabolism, such äs protein. Urine is excreted
intensified intelligence.'
from the body, enabling the kidneys to maintain the body's electrolyte
and acid base balance. The ureters transport urine to the bladder, while the
urethra is the canalfor the passage of urine to the exterior. Yoga asanas help
to treat many common urinary disorders.
INCONTINENCE
This is the invoLuntary toss
of urine from the bladder
The condition becomes more
common with age. The causes
mclude weakening of the pelvic
floor muscles. strokes. bLadder
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irritation. and loss of conlrol
in the central nervous System.
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ORMONAL SYSTEM
Hormones are natural chemical substances that control certain major "Yoga is a mirror to look at
functions of the body. Hormones are secreted by glands, which
ourselves from within."
include the thyroid, parathyroid, pituitary, pineal, and adrenal glands,
the festes and the ovaries, äs weil äs the islets of Langerhans in the
pancreas. Regulär practice of the recommended asanas helps to ensure an
effective secretion of hormones into the bloodstream.
OBESITY
This is a condition of excess
body fat that is 20 per cent
greater than the individual's
desired weight. Obesity is often
caused by Cushing s syndrome,
hypothatamic disorders, genetic
factors, taking corticostercid
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drugs. excess calorie intake.
or lack of exercise.
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36 Supta Padangusthasana
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DIABETES
This is the most common of
alt metabolic disorders. Its f
Symptoms include frequent
thirst and urination, excessive
hunger, weight loss, and
nausea. The condition is
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caused by insufficient insuLin
production in the pancreas,
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MUNE SYSTEM
The immune System is the defence mechanism of the body and Tour whole body should be
protects us from disease. Its main agent is the blood, a fluid /y
consisting of plasma and red and white corpuscles or blood cells.

symmetrical. Yoga is symmeüy.
It is the white corpuscles that inhibit the invasion of the bloodstream
by micro-organisms. There are two types of immunity: natural and acquired.
Yoga strengthens both, and regulär practice of the recommended asanas can
help to counter the disorders that affect them.
LOW IMMUNE SYSTEM

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immunity is impaired. resulting
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in a wide spectrum of illnesses.
The Symptoms Jnclude weight
loss, increased susceptibility *^' ^lj7
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to infections, fatigue, fevers,
and malignant disorders.
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AIDS
Acquired Immune Deficiency
Syndrome, or AIDS, is caused <3»
by the Human tmmunodeficiency
Virus [HIV], which attacks the
immune System and leaves
^
the human body vutnerable to
many life-threatening diseases. .^
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asanas may heLp aLLeviate
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same of the Symptoms of
the condition.
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USCLES, BONES, AND JOINTS

The human body is composed ofbone and muscle. The bones that 'Treedom with discipline
make up the skeletal frame of the body are attached to each other by
joints, which are held in place by strong ligaments and muscles. A
is true freedom."
muscle contracts or relaxes to move the bones connected to it. Better
muscle function means a fitter, stronger body. Practising yoga strengthens the
bones, improves co-ordination ofthe muscles, and provides a non-invasive
way of treating ailments that affect both.
PHYSICAL FATIGUE
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brings on this condition,
characterized by exhaustion
and a reluctance to exert
onesetf. If unrelieved by rest,
and the removal of stress
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factors. the condition may tead
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MUSCLE CRAMPS
These occur when a muscle
in the limbs or abdomen
contracts with great intensity
and does not relax. These are
often caused by exposure to
heat. Cramps in the ehest or
arms, however, can indicate
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a heart attack and require
immediate medical attention.
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LOWER BACKACHE
-.
The common causes of this
condition are either stiffness in
the ligaments or muscles of the
Lower back. or weak abdominal
LS- musctes. Poor posture and Lack
of exercise usually Lead to tight
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and swolten back muscles.
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MIDDLE BACKACHE
This is often caused by muscte
strain. arthntis, or tears in
the Ligaments. The most
common reason is hemiated
(or slipped] discs, which often
recur Hemiated discs are
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usuattythe result of excess
weight or incorrect posture.
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UPPER BACKACHE
Muscle detenoration and
pain in the upper back may
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result from a sedentary LifestyLe,
excess weight. or a weakening
of muscle töne. Other causes
include the fusing of vertebrae
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and tendons.
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CERVICAL
SPONDYLOSIS
This is a degenerative disease
of the spfne caused by wear
and tear on the Joints between
the cervicat vertebrae. Also
caLLed cervical osteoarthritis,
the Symptoms include pain in
the arms and neck. headaches,
and dizziness.
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OSTEOARTHRITIS
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SHOULDERSThiscondition
is caused by the erosion of
cartitage betweenjoints, causing
the bones to press against each
other The narrowing ofjoint
space due to calcification. atong
with the thickening of tendons
f~ Tadasana Paschima /~> Tadasana "7 Utthita Trikonasana
in the shoutder oint cause
severe pain.
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330 YOGA FÜR AILMENTS
OSTEOARTHRITIS
ELBOWS In this condition. the
cartiLage between the joints of
the elbows wears out, causing 9 ä
infLammation and pain. This
can Lead to the formation of
bone spurs, or the condition ot
tennis etbow. the latter usually
^ Tadasana Paschima Tadasana Gomukhasana
indicated by severe pain in the
forearm and elbow.
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T
OSTEOARTHRITIS
WRISTS ANO FINGERS In the
wrist, this condition is usuatly
il
the result of an old injur/ and
is characterized by restricted
movement and pain in the pint
In the fingers, osteoarthritis
is most common at the base Tadasana Samasthithi <^) Tadasana Urdhva r~) Tadasana Urdhva ^ Paschima Baddha rT Tadasana Paschima C- Tadasana Gomukhasana -7 Utthita Trikonasana
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OSTEOARTHRITIS
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HIPS This joint is particutarly
prone to this condition since
it besrs a lot of weight. Pain
is experienced in surrounding
areas such äs the groin, outer
hips, and knees. This can result
in a vfcious circle. Reduced
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movement due Eo pain leads to
more stiffness due to inactivity.
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OSTEOARTHRITIS
KNEESAdecreaseinthe
synovial ftuid that lubricates
the knee joint teads to this
condition. The cartiLage in
the area becomes rough and
tends to fLake off. The knee
looks swoLlen. and the joint
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31 page 237
Viparita Karani
page 234
Savasana
33 page 248 loses Hexibility and the abitity
to streich and bend.
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OSTEOARTHRITIS
ANKLES The causes of this
condition are the same äs
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in otherjoints affected by
osteoarthritis. The ankles
become swoLLen and tender.
and the surrounding skin tums
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red. Movements become
restricted and painful.
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page 237
Viparita Karani
page 248
RHEUMATOID
ARTHRITIS
This is a chronic, systemic,
inflammatory condition, which
Leads to the eventual disability
of the Joints. The Symptoms
are stiffness in the momings.
fatigue, buming and sweUing of
the joints, and the appearance Savasana Supta Baddhakonasana r~) Supta Virasana Supta Padangusthasana Viparita Dandasana
of rheumatoid nodules. page 248 page 244 page 246 'page243 page 239
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page 226
Tadasana Saniasthithi
page 186
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Baddhanguliasana page 188
Utthita Trikonasana
page 192
page 194
Ardha Chandrasana
page 196
Uttanasana
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344 YOGA FOR AILMENTS Y0GAF AILMENTS 345
KIN
The skin, the largest organ of the body, is part of the sensory System. "Disorders of the skin are common, and
It is the principal organ of the sense of touch and it serves to protect
the internal organs. The skin also regulates body temperature. It
yoga asanas offer a healthy and effective
consists of a vascular layer called the dermis, and an external covering form of treatment. Keep your brain calm
called the epidermis. The sweat glands, hair follicles, and sebaceous glands are and quiet. Let your body be active."
embedded in the dermis.
ACNE
This is a skln disorder
caused by inflammation of
the sebaceous glands or hair
follictes. Acne. appearing äs
boils, pimptes, pustutes, Spots,
or whiteheads. is sometimes
triggered by anxiety. It usuaLLy
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affects adotescents, but may
persist in later age.
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TNamaskarasana page 190 »^ page 191 <^pagel97 / page 204
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page 194
Ardha Chandrasana
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page 205
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Adhomukha Virasana
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17 Janu Sirsasana
page 218
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page 215
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Supta Virasana
page 246
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page 208 L» ^f Sirsasana page 138
Viparita Dandasana
page 239
Ustrasana
' page 240 31 Salamba Sarvangasana
Halasana
page 237
l-v:
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page 234
ECZEMA
Frequently the result of an
inherited alLergy, eczema
f.\ is a chronic but superficiaL
< inflammation of the skin, which
Leads to itching, scaLy patches,
35 Savasana
page 248 36 Ujjayi Pranayania
page 254
0 "7 Viloma 2 Pranayama
page 257
or blisters, Stress is a common
cause of this condition. l Uttanasana
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page 204 ^} Svanasana page 204
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3/.8 YOGA FOR AILMENTS YOGA FOR AILMENTS 349
page 214
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page 221
^\ /| Adhomukha Swastikasana /\ [~ Adhomukha Paschimottanasana /\ f^ Salamba Sirsasana
1^4'page222 l 0 page 217 10pagel38
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17 p ag e 243
Supta Padangusthasana Salamba Sarvangasana
' page 230
Halasana
page 232
'page237 21 page 237 page 234
PSORIASIS
This is an epidermal disorder
that leads to the eruption oi
dry, sitvery, scaly, or inftamed
patches. usuatly on the knees
and etbows. It can also affect
the scalp, torso, or limbs.
Often geneticalty determined,
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0 0 Savasana
!- ö page 248 24 Ujjayi Pranayama
page 254
Viloma 2 Pranayama
page 257
it can also be caused by stress
or hormonat changes.
Uttanasana
l page 197 2 page 204 3 page 197
Adhomukha Svanasana Ardha Chandrasana Baddhakonasana ^ Upavista Konasana 0 Salamba Sirsasana Viparita Dandasana
Tpage204 page 196 page 208 / page 213 ipage 138 ü page 239
RAIN AND NERVOUS SYSTEM

The main engine of the nervous System is the central nervous
System, composed of the brain and the spinal cord, the body's
i^tfs
information-gathering, storage, and control centre. Within this,
the sympathetic and the parasympathetic nervous Systems control
-^-^* the involuntary functions of the organs, glands, and other parts of the body.
10 Suptä Baddhakonasana
page 244
page 230
Halasana
page 232 Regulär practice of the recommended sequences of asanas relieves pressure
on the brain and the entire nervous System.
HEADACHE
AND EYE STRAIN
This is characterized by severe,
piercing pain around the eyes
and temptes. Usuatly. the pain
increases rapidtywithin 15
minutes of inception, but the
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Paschimottanasana
page 216
attack itself can last for up
to two hours.
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0 Janu Sirsasana
L- page 218 3 Paschimottanasana
page 216
Janu Sirsasana Setubandha A Prasarita Padottanasana Adhomukha Svanasana /^ Adhomukha Uttanasana
page 218 Sarvangasana page 237 18page 234

Viparita Karani
^tpageZOO page 202 Svanasana page 204 page 197
Savasana 0 Halasana Supta Baddhakonasana Supta Virasana Setubandha

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352 YOGA FOR AILMENT5
^ YOGA FOR AILMENTS 353
STRESS-RELATED
HEADACHE
This condition usualty takes
the form of a dull ache at the
back of the skull due to the
tautness of the muscles of
.«s. the scalp and neck. It can also

"'»siy occur äs a duk, throbbing pain
Viparita Karani
page 234
.t Q Savasana
page 248 14Ujjayi Pranayama
page 254
of moderate intensity. usuatty
fol.Lowing a stressfut event,
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page 218
0 Paschimottanasana
0 page 216
>w^ ^^'\ Supta Baddhakonasana Supta Virasana Setubandha

Prasarita Padottanasana f~ Adhomukha Svanasana
'page200 i_^page202
F^ Adhomukha
Svanasana page 204

Uttanasana
page 197
0 Halasana
Öpage232 page 244 page 246 l X Sarvangasana page 237
MEMORY IMPAIRMENT
The ageing process is often
associated with mild Loss of
memory. However. it is
important to distinguish
between this and the onset of
Viparita Karani
p ag e 248 14 Ujjayi Pranayama
page 254
serious progressive dementia,
such äs Atzheimer's disease.
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page 200
2 Uttanasana
page 197
0 Adhomukha
0 Svanasana page 204
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4:page203 page 217 Opage221 page 222 Opage215 page218

page 239
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page 239
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i ^ page 138
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J- 0 page 232
Salamba Sarvangasana /\ !~ Setubandha Sarvangasana
'page230 J. >^ page 237
MIGRAINE
This condition is associated with
periodic. throbbing headaches,
offen accompanied by nausea
and vomiting. The pain can be
at the front, back, or sfdes of
the skull. The attack can be
preceded by sensitivity to light.
Viparita Karani
page 234 l / page248
'"7 Savasana Ujjayi Pranayania
page 2
254
partiat 1-oss of vision, and
numbness in the tips.
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C- page 222
<~) Setubandha Sarvangasana Janu Sirsasana Paschiniottanasana Prasarita Padottanasana Uttanasana 0 Halasana
0 page 237 'page218 page 216 page 200 page 197 Ö pagc: 232
Janu Sirsasana /[ f\ Paschinnottanasana /\ >\ Supta Baddhakonasana Supta Virasana Adhomukha Virasana
page 218 l U page 216 11 page 244 page 246
13 page 237 'page 221
^| C~ Viparita Karani
J- 'J page 234
SCIATICA
This is due to compression
and inftammation of the spinat
nenes, A sharp pain radiates
from the Lower back to the
leg and foot in a pattem
determined by the nerve that
is affected. It feels like an
/\ /^ Savasana Ujjayi Pranayama
page 248 page 2
254 18 page 257
Viloma 2 Pranayama electric shock. and increases
with standing orwatking. l Supta Padangusthasana
page 242
page 243
0 Baddhakonasana /{ Upavista Konasana Utthita Trikonasana Utthita Parsvakonasana "7 Ardha Chandrasana 0 Bharadvajasana f~\ Bharadvajasana
>3 page 208 -t'page213 page 192 page 194 page 196 ipage223 .^ page 223
page 226 11 Ustrasana ^ 0 Viparita Dandasana
page 240 -L C- page 239 13 Salamba Sirsasana
page 138
'page230
A !~ Setubandha Sarvangasana
page 237
^1 F^ Savasana
i 0 page 248
EPILEPSY
This condition is caused when
the nerve celts of the brain
emit abnormal impulses that
disturb the electricat signats
by which the brain controls the
body. Epiteptic seizures occur
irregularly. The causes Inctude
head injuries. brain infections,
and inherited predisposition. l page 246
Supta Virasana Supta Baddhakonasana
page 244
0 Uttanasana
0 page 197
Adhomukha Svanasana
'page204
F" Adhomukha Svanasana
page 204
/^ Adhomukha Svanasana
Opage203
358 YOGA FOR AILMENT5 YOGA FOR AILMENT5 359
IND AND EMOTIONS

The tensions of daily Ufe have an impact on our emotions. In yogic
science, the secretions of the hormonal System are believed to
influence the mind and the nervous System. Strang emotions are
linked to hormonal imbalances, which leave us vulnerable to infection
and ill health. The following sequences of asanas work on the endocrine glands
7 Salamba Sirsasana
page 138
Viparita Dandasana
ipage238
Viparita Dandasana
page 239 and the sympathetic and central nervous Systems, to pacify the nerves, reduce
the respiratory rate, and calm a stressed body and mind.
IRRITABILITY
Short bursts of impatience and
overreaction to daily events
are the resuLt of stress factors,
which arise from mapr tife
changes. such äs divorce or
bereavement, and (Tom sleep
deprivation, work-retated
page 239
Urdhvamukha Janu
Sirsasana page 207
page 230
anxieties, or allergles. These
asanas help to reduce stress.
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Svanasana page 204
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^ Svanasana page 204
0 Adhomukha
^J Svanasana page 203
J~ Upavista Konasana Adhomukha Paschimottanasana

13 Setubandha
page 237
Sarvangasana ^ ^ Setubandha Sarvangasana
-L Tpage237
Viparita Karani
page 234
A Baddhakonasana
4'page208 page 213 page217
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16 Savasana
page 248
Uijayi Pranayama
page 2C
254
Viloma 2 Pranayama
18 page 257 / page221 0 page 222 «^ page 216 l U page 215
Paschimottanasana ^ 0 Paschimottanasana Paschimottanasana Janu Sirsasana Supta Baddhakonasana ^t f^ Salamba Sirsasana ^| "7 Halasana ^| 0 Salamba Sarvangasana
216 page 214 page 215 ^pacje 218 page244 Z<^>pagel38 X < page 232 ±<Jpage230
Setubandha Sarvangasana Setubandha Sarvangasana Uljayi Pranayama Viloma 2 Pranayania

page 237 page 237
Viparita Karani
page 234
Savasana
22 page 248 23 page 254 'page 257
MENTAL FATIGUE
-.
This condition is characterized
byforgetfulness, irritability,
boredom. confusion. Lack of
concentration. and depression,
Its causes inctude Lack of sleep,
emotionat loss. or stress in
the workplace. The potential
seriousness of this condition
is offen underestimated. l Uttanasana
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page 202
0 Adhoinukha Svanasana
page 204
4:page204
page 200
Uttanasana
page 239
OUstrasana /^> Salamba Sirsasana /| ^ Adhomukha Virasana

Öpage240 ^ page VS page 221 11 Adhoniukha Paschimottanasana
page 217 12 Janu Sirsasana
page 218
Paschimottanasana
13 page 216 l Upavista Konasana
page213
Baddhakonasana
page 208
362 YOGA FOR YOGA FOR AILMENTS 363
Supta Virasana Supta Padangusthasana Setubandha Sarvangasana Salaniba Sarvangasana Halasana

page 244
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page 223 23 Setubandha Sarvangasana
page 237
Viparita Karani
'page234 25 Savasana
Ujjayi Pranayama Q "^ Viloma 2 Pranayama
page 257
INSOMNIA
Periodic wakefulness, difficul.ty
in falLing asLeep, orwaking up
too earty are Symptoms of
insomnia. They can be transient
and pass with the Life crises
that cause them, or they can be
chronic, associated with medical
or psychiatric conditions. or
long-term medication. l Uttanasana
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^_ page 200 3 Adhoniukha Svanasana
page 202
A Adhomukha Virasana P" Paschimottanasana f^ Janu Sirsasana '"7 Adhomukha Paschiinottanasana
'4'page221 Opage216 Opage218 /page217
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3« YOGA FOR AILMENTS YOGA FOR AILMENT5 365
ANXIETY
This condition can be either
acute or chronic. The physical
^ Symptoms associated with
it are nausea, hot flushes.
/. r
dizziness, trembling, muscutar
/\ A Swastikasana
i 4'page209
Vipari
Viparita
page 2:
234
Karani /\ F^ Savasana
L 0 page 248
tension. headaches, backache,
or a tight feeLing in the ehest.
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page 186
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L». Hastasana page 187 3 LJttanasana
page 197
/| Prasarita Padottanasana ^ Adhomukha Svanasana ^ Adhomukha Svanasana "7 Salamba Sirsasana 0 Uttanasana Utthita Trikonasana Ardha Chandrasana Viparita Dandasana
^page200 0 page 202 Opage204 / page 138 öpagel97 C' page 192 page 196 page 239
n
<d r\ Baddhakonasana
Viparita Dandasana ^ 0 Ustrasana ^| /\ Adhomukha Swastikasana
page 239 l 0 page 240 i. -tpage 222
r" Adhomukha Virasana
page 221
16 Janu Sirsasana
Paschimottanasana Upavista Ko na san a
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Setubandha Sarvangasana Viparita Karani 0 r" Savasana

page 244 21 Supta Virasana
page 246
22 page 237 23 page 237 'page234 <- 0 page 248
HYPERVENTILATION
-<
This condition. triggered by
stress, is associated with an
increase in the rate and depth
of breathing. where the body
takes in more air than required.
If unchecked. this can lead to
dizziness, tingling sensations
Viloma 2 Pranayama in the fingers and toes. and ^| Supta Baddhakonasana Supta Virasana
26 Ujjayi Pranayama
page 254 page 257 ehest pain. -L page 244 page 246
0 Setubandha Sarvangasana A Adhoinukha Virasana F" Janu Sirsasana F~^ Uttanasana Prasarita Padottanasana 0 Adhomukha Svanasana F~\ Salamba Sirsasana
0 page 237 'page221 page 218 Opagel97 page 200 Ö page 202 page 138
page 239 11 Ustrasana
page 240
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page 230
^| 0 Setubandha Sarvangasana
page 237
Swastikasana
l T pagc 209 l 'J page
Vi pari ta Ka ran i
234
DEPRESSION
This is a mood disorder that
arouses feelings of not being
in control. anger, or frustration.
Other Symptoms inctude an
increase or decrease in
appetite, steep disorders, Low
setf-esteem, fatigue, imtabiLity,
Savasana
page 248
Uijayi Pranayama
page 254 18 Viloma 2 Pranayania
page 257
restlessness, suicidat feetings,
and poorconcentration. l Uttanasana 0 Ardha Chandrasana
page 197 l-pagel96
page 200
Salamba Sirsasana /^* Salamba Sarvangasana ^ Viparita Dandasana Viparita Dandasana Ustrasana Virasana Baddhakonasana
Adhomukha Svanasana
page 202 pagel38 Opage230 / page 239 'page238 <^/page240 10 page 206 11 page 208
Dandasana Paschimottanasana ^\ "7 Janu Sirsasana ^\ 0 Setubandha Sarvangasana /\ (^\ Viparita Karani
12 Supta Baddhakonasana ^ r~) Adhomukha
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page 246 15 page 205 page 216 l page218 i0page237 L^pageZS'i
ALCOHOLISM
This is a chronic, progressive,
and often fatal disease, resulting
from atcohol abuse. ft leads to
-<
^lfe^te3£==^ comptications in the brain. liver,
heart. and lungs. It depresses
the immune System and resutts
20 Savasana
page 257
in hormonat deficiencies, sexual
dysfunction, and infertility. l Uttanasana
page 197 2 Adhomukha Svanasana
page 202
Q Adhomukha Svanasana
page 204
/\ Prasarita Padottanasana Uttanasana Ardha Chandrasana "7 Viparita Dandasana 0 Salaniba Sirsasana Viparita Dandasana
4"page200 page 197 page 196 page 239 Opage 138 page 239
370 YOGA FÜR AILMENTS YOGA FOR AILMENT5 371
page 230
11
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page 232 l. C-. page 228 J- \J page 226
^| /| Bharadvajasana
l T" page 223 l f~ Bharadvajasana
page 223
^\ /^* Bharadvajasana
l 0 page 224
"7 Marichyasana
page 225
Janu Sirsasana
Adhomukha ^t f~\ Adhoinukha Q ^~\ Paschimottanasana
Paschimottanasana page 217 J. <^/Virasana page 221 ^-V^page216 page 218
Paripurna Navasana
page212 23 Supta Padangusthasana
page 243
Supta Baddhakonasana Viparita Karani Viloma 2 Pranayama

page 244
Supta Virasana Q "7 Setubandha Sarvangasana
page246 C- l page 237 page 234 29
Savasana
page 248
30 Ujjayi Pranayama
BULIMIA
Binge-eating foltowed by
purging with self-induced
vomiting and the compulsive
use of Laxatives are common
waming signs of this condition.
Its causes inctude low body
Image and a feeling of not being
Dandasana F^ Adhomukha Virasana
in control. It Js often associated
with anorexia [see page 373). l Supta Baddhakonasana
page 244
Supta Virasana
page 246 3 Setubandha Sarvangasana /1 Supta Padangusthasana
page237 ~Cpage243 5 page 205 <^ page 221
Uttanasana
^ Adhomukha
/ Paschimottanasana page 217
Janu Sirsasana
page218
Paschimottanasana
page 216 page 197 11 Adhomukha
Svanasana page 202

^\ ^~) Adhomukha Svanasana
JL l-, page 204
Ardha Chandrasana
page 196
Salamba Sirsasana A f Ustrasana Halasana

:pagel38
Viparita Dandasana
page 239 i 0 page 240 17 page 230
'page232
f~\ Urdhvamukha Janu
Sirsasana page 207
^
ANOREXIA
Pronounced weight loss,
triggered off by emotional
factors such äs Low self-esteem
and a feeling of not being in
controt. induce this condition.
The Symptoms inctude an acute
preoccupation with body size
page 237
Viparita Karani
page 234
Savasana
page 248
which Leads to very Low food
irtake, and excessive exercising. l Tadasana 0 Tadasana Urdhva 0 Tadasana Urdhva
Samasthithi page 186 ^ Hastasana page 187 0 Baddhanguliasana page
,1 Tadasana Paschima f" Tadasana Gomukhasana f^ Utthita Trikonasana "7 Utthita Parsvakonasana Ardha Chandrasana ^~\ Prasarita Padottanasana A /^vAdhomukha Adhomukha Svanasana
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^t 0 Uttanasana
l ^_ page 197
Parsva Virasana
page 228
^| /| Adhomukha Virasana
J- 4'page221 15 Parsva Virasana
page 228 l Bharadvajasana
page 224
^ ^ Bharadvajasana z1 0 Utthita Marichyasana
l / page 223 10 page 226
Marichyasana
page 225
Urdhvamukha Janu Sirsasana

page 207 21 Adhomukha Paschimottanasana
page 217
Janu Sirsasana
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Q 0 Setubandha
DRUGADDICTION
-<
The constant and long-term
abuse of drugs, taken oraLly.
intravenously. smoked. or
snorted. can lead to delirium,
«A depersonalization, panic
attacks, severe paranoia, and
Viparita Karani
page 234
Savasana
page 248 36 Uj[jayi Pranayaina
page 254
impaired memory. Heavydoses
can even be fatal. l Uttanasana
page 197
Prasarita Padottanasana 0 Adhomukha Svanasana
page 200 ö page 204
A Adhomukha Svanasana f"1 Ardha Chandrasana /'^ Salamba Sirsasana "7 Viparita Dandasana
^'page 204 ^J page 196 page 138 page 239
Viparita Dandasana
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Virasana
'page206 11 P ar s va Virasana
page 228
Utthita Marichyasana ^\ 0 Bharadvajasana ^ /| Bharadvajasana z1 f""' Marichyasana

page226 l ö page 224 l'4"page223 l 0 pagc 225 l Opage221
C^ Adhomukha Virasana
l "~7 Urdhvamukha Janu
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Adhomukha
Paschimottanasana page 217
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page 218
0 f~\ Paschiinottanasana
^- Upage215
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page 244
23 Supta Virasana
page 246
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page 232
page 237
0 ~7 Setubandha
Viparita Karani
page234
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i- fj page 248 30 Ujjayi Pranayama
page 254
378 YOGA FOR AILMENTS Y0GAF AILMENTS 379
OMEN/S HEALTH
Practising yoga can help to prevent or reduce the severity of many "Spiritual yoga uses the intellect of
ailments that specifically affect women, by providing a form of
the heart äs well äs the head."
treatment directed at the basic causes. For instance, yoga can help
correct gynaecological factors that lead to hypertension, diabetes,
indigestion, degeneration in the bones and joints, hernia, and varicose veins.
Yoga also helps to regulate menstrual disorders, thyroid imbalance, the effects
of osteoporosis, and the side effects ofmenopause.
MENSTRUATION
-.
Menstruation is not an aitment,
but it can sometimes cause
discomfort. When menstruating,
avoid fnversions and standfng
poses, but practise forward
bends, along with the fotlowing
sequence. äs they control the
ftow of btood and check excess
Supta Baddhakonasana Supta Virasana r") Supta Padangusthasana A Baddhakonasana Upavista Konasana
discharge. The foltowing
sequence tones your System.
l page 244 page 246 0 page 243 4'page208 page 213
Dandasana Adhomukha Virasana 0 Adhomukha Swastikasana Janu Sirsasana /\ F\ Paschimottanasana Urdhvamukha Janu Janu Sirsasana
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l 0 page 206
/\ A Adhomukha Svanasana
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page 239
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l page 223
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l y page 237
Y0GAF AILMENTS 381
MENSTRUALPAIN
-»
Cramps in the pelvic region,
ust before or during
menstruation. are caused by
contractions of the uterus white
it sheds its lining. * Caution
Do not practise asanas 16, 17,
18, and 24 during menstruation;
Baddhakonasana /~) Upavista Konasana r~) Supta Baddhakonasana
Savasan a
page 248
21 Ujjayi Pranayama
page 254
22 Viloma 2 Pranayama
page ^57
practise these poses onty
between menstrual periods.
l page 208 l- page 213 0 page 244
Virasana
' page 206
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p ag e 246
' page 243
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f Hastasana page 187
Utthita Trikonasana
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pa ge 196
Viparita Dandasana Salamba Sirsasana * ^1 ~7 Salamba Sarvangasana * Halasana

11 Prasarita Padottanasana ^| 0 Adhomukha Svanasana ^ Q Adhomukha
page 200 i £- page 202
^\ /\ Uttanasana
Svanasana page 204 l. "Xpage "197
l U page 239 page 138 J- / page 230 lpage232
0 0 Setubandha Viparita Karani Savasana

Adhomukha Virasana 0 /Ûrdhvamukha Janu
page 221 ^ V-/ Sirsasana page 207 £- JL page 216
Paschimottanasana
22 Janu Sirsasana
page 218 Sarvangasana page 237 'page234 page 248
PREMENSTRUAL
SYNDROME
-.
This is a condition that occurs
3-^ days before menstruation.
and is retieved by fts onset.
The Symptoms of premenstruaL
syndrome IncLude mood swings,
Uttanasana Prasarita Padottanasana Ardha Chandrasana
abdominal. cramps. lower
backache, and aching legs.
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page 246
r~) Supta Padangusthasana
0 page 243
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t page 204 5 page 197 'page200 7 page 196
QAdhomukha Virasana Q Urdhvainukha Janu Janu Sirsasana Paschimottanasana ^\ OAdhomukha z| 0 Upavista Konasana /\ /| Baddhakonasana ^ f~ Salamba Sirsasana
page 221 ^J Sirsasana page 207 10 page 218 page 215 Swastikasana page 222 J- <^> page 213 J- ^Cpage 208 JL \J page 138
Viparita Dandasana
page 239 17 Salamba Sarvangasana
page 230
Halasana
page 232
Parsva Virasana
page 228
Bharadvajasana
page 223 21 page 226 C- ^ Sarvangasana page 237 ^- 0 page 234
MENOPAUSE
The cessation of the menstmal
0
cycle. usualLy between the ages
of 45-55. can occur abruptLy
or sfter a series of irreguLar
periods. Menopause triggers
hormonat changes and may
cause sweating, hat flushes,
Dandasana Upavista Konasana Baddhakonasana
Savasana
:page248
Ujjayi Pranayamia
page 254
Viloma 2 Pranayama
page 257
depression. insomnia, and
mood swings. l page 205 2 page 213 p a ge 208
Supta Padangusthasana Supta Padangusthasana Prasarita Padottanasana ^t /Âdhomukha Svanasana

: page 244
Virasana
page 206
Supta Virasana
page246 page 242 8 page 243 page 200 l Upage202
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Uttanasana /\ OArdha Chandrasana
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Utthita Parsvakonasana /\ /| Utthita Trikonasana
14 page 192 l F' Tadasana Samasthithi
page 186
^\ F* Tadasana Urdhva
Hastasana page /t87
/\ "7 Tadasana Urdhva
X / Baddhanguliasana page
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/\ 0 Tadasana Paschima Tadasana Gomukhasana Adhomukha Virasana Janu Sirsasana 0 0 Paschimottanasana 0 0 Adhomukha Svanasana 0 /\ Salamba Sirsasana
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Viparita Dandasana Salamba Sarvangasana 0 "7 Halasana Setubandha Sarvangasana Setubandha Sarvangasana Viparita Karani
page 239 page 230 ^ / page 232 page 237 page 237 page 234
T YOGA FOR AILMENTS 387
METRORRHAGIA
This condition is characterized by
irregutarand heavy bLeeding between
menstruaL periods. The causes include
uterine cysts and fibroids, miscarriage,
uterine infl.ammation, or disptacement
of the uterus. * CautJon Avoid
practising asanas 4, 5, 6, 8, and 19 if
31 Savasana
page 248
Ujjayi Pranayama
page 254
Viloma 2 Pranayama
page 257
bleeding continues, but practise them
regutarly when there is no bleeding.
l Uttanasana ^~) Ardha Chandrasana r~) Prasarita Padottanasana
page 197 page 196 0 page 200
,1 Salamba Sirsasana . C" Salamba Sarvangasana * C Halasana ^ Viparita Dandasana 0 Ustrasana Upavista Konasana /\ F\ Baddhakonasana Supta Baddhakonasana
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0 Adhomukha Virasana /\ 0 Supta Virasana /\ /\ Urdhvamukha Janu
l ^- page 221 -L 0 page 246 -L ^ Sirsasana page 207
Paschimottanasana
page 216
Janu Sirsasana
page218 l Supta Padangusthasana
page 243
A 0 Setubandha
LEUKORRHOEA
s?r^
Excess white discharge from
the vagina can cause acute
discomfort and embarrassment.
It is usuatly caused by stress,
n
19 Viparita Karani
page 234
20 Savasana
page 248
21 Ujjayi Pranayama
page 254
the presence of a foreign body
in the vagina. or an infection. l Ardha Chandrasana
page 196
0 Uttanasana
^- page 197 3 Adhoinukha Svanasana
page 204
/| Salamba Sirsasana f" Viparita Dandasana Ustrasana Salamba Sarvangasana 0 Halasana Vi ras an a Upavista Konasana
4'pagel38 0 page 239 page 240 page 230 Öpage232 page 206 'page213
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vs^'-^~. A A Adhomukha Virasana ^ F" Urdhvamukha Janu Paschiniottanasana
Baddhakonasana Supta Baddhakonasana Supta Virasana
page 208 page 244 page 246 l^:'page 221 JL <-^ Sirsasana page 207 X '^1 page 218 page 216

page 237
page 237
Viparita Karani
Savasana
22 page 254 page 257
MENORRHAGIA
Abnormally heavy or Long
periods. at more or less regulär
inten/ats, can be caused by
fibroids. hormonat imbalances,
or the presence of an IUD.
* Caution Practise asanas4,
0 Adhomukha Svanasana /| Salamba Sirsasana * /""' Salamba Sarvangasana * /^ Halasana Viparita Dandasana
5, 6, and 20 regutarly, but avoid
during menstruation.
l Uttanasana
page 197
0 Ardha Chandrasana
d- page 196 0 page 202 4"pagel38 <Jpage230 0 page 232 page 239
Baddhakonasana Supta Baddhakonasana ^\ 0 Adhomukha Virasana ^ /\ Supta Virasana ^| C~ Urdhvainukha Janu

0 Ustrasana
Opage240
Virasana
page 206
Upavista Konasana
!page213 11 page 208 page 244 e 221 page 246 Si
;u]
Sirsasana page 207
~7Janu Sirsasana Supta Padangusthasana ^ {^\ Setubandha Savasana

Paschiniottansana
page 216 page-218 243 JL <_/
Viparita Karani
20 page 234 21 page 248 22 Ujjayi Pranayama
page 254
ABSENT PERIODS
-.
This condition is also calted
amenorrhoea. the absence of
menses. It can be pnmary, when
the periods do not occur at alt.
or secondary, when penods are
absent for three or more cycles.
The causes for this condition
inctude heavy exercise, stress,
or eating disorders,
l Tadasana Urdhva
Hastasana page 187 2 Uttanasana
page 192
Tpage 194
Ardha Chandrasana
page 196
page 200
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page 202 Opage204 y page 138 )v:page 239 11 Ustrasana

p ag e 240 l Parsva Virasana
page 228
^ /~) Upavista Konasana
i 0 page 213
*s^3»-
l ^t'page208
/| Baddhakonasana
page 244
/"' Adhomukha Virasana
l 0 page 221 l Supta Virasana
page 246
/\ 0 Urdhvamukha Janu
Sirsasana page 207
^t 0 Paschimottanasana
l »^pageZlS
20 Janu Sirsasana
page 218
f~) ^\ Paripurna Navasana
^- l page 212 22 Supta Padangusthasana
page 243
'page230
Halasana
page 232
PROLAPSED UTERUS
-<
This condition occurs when
the musctes and Ligaments

of the pelvis become weak and
slack, and results in the uterus
slipping out of position. It can
page 237
^ -y viparifa Karani
C. l page 234
Savasana
ipage248
be caused by age. obesity,
or frequent chitdbirth. l Salamba Sirsasana
page 138
/~) Viparita Dandasana
C. page 239
Supta Virasana
page 167
Supta Virasana
page 242 page 205
"7 Urdhvamukha Janu
/ Sirsasana page 207
Opage200
/^Tadasana Samasthithi
page 186
394 YOGA FOR AILMENTS ~r YOGA FOR AILMENT5 395
^. 1
10
E
Tadasana Urdhva
Hastasana page 187
page 196
.l 0 Salamba Sarvangasana
l ^_ page 230 13 page237 14;page237
Setubandha Sarvangasana .I /\ Setubandha Sarvangasana Viparita Karani
page 234
INFERTILITY Ä
'i l* Ni
Sometimes, even after a year
of unprotected intercourse, a
woman is unabLe to conceive.
The causes of this probtem
include hormonat imbatance,
tumours. cysts, a dysfunction
in ovulation, or peLvic infections.
l Tadasana Samasthithi 0 Tadasana Urdhva
page 186 C-, Hastasana page 187
0 Tadasana Urdhva
0 Baddhanguliasana page
Utthita Trikonasana
page 192
page 194
Ardha Chandrasana
page 196
Viparita Dandasana
7 page 197
Uttanasana Salamba Sirsasana
lpagel38
{~~\ Ustrasana
y page 240 10Viparita
page 238
Dandasana Viparita Dandasana
11 page 239 page 239 13 page 208
Baddhakonasana
.ÎWWk*.
Upavista Konasana
'page213
Janu Sirsasana
page 218 l Paschimottanasana
page 216
Paschimottanasana ^| (~) Paschimottanasana
page215 10page216
^ Paschimottanasana 0 /~\ Paschimottanasana
y page 214 ^_ Upage 215
EN/S HEALTH
Nearly half of all adult men face same form of impotence at same time
in their lives. The treatment ofthis, and many other disorders that
//Do not stop trymgjust because relate to the male reproductive organs and glands, is helped by regulär
practice ofthe prescribed sequences ofasanas. The enlargement ofthe
perfection eludesyou.'
prostate gland and various forms of hernia are common problems that affect
men above the age of 50. These ailments respond to the practice of yoga.
IMPOTENCE
This is the inability, often
temporary, to achieve or
maintain an erection. The
causes can be structural.
hormonat, neuroLogicat, or
psychotogical. It can also be
2-1 Supta Baddhakonasana

page 244
22 Supta Padangusthasana
page 242
page 243
caused by the side effects of
medicines or substance abuse l Uttanasana
page 197
^Viparita Dandasana
£- page 239
Halasana Salamba Sarvangasana 0 f~~' Setubandha ^~) Viparita Dandasana /| Ustrasana Salainba Sirsasana Viparita Dandasana
'page232 page 230 Sarvangasana page 237 0 page 239 .tpage240 page 138 page 238
Salamba Sarvangasana 0 Halasana Upavista Konasana

page 237 28 Viparita
page 234
Karani
page 230 0 page 232 page213
l UpageZOS flpage 114 J- ^- Paschimottanasana page 119 13
^ ^ Baddhakonasana ^ ^ Janu Sirsasana ^| ^) Trianga Mukhaikapada Paschimottanasana
page 243 l f^ Setubandha
PROSTATE PROBLEMS
This gland can be affected
by prostatic hyperplasia or
an abnormat growth of the
prostate gtand. Prostate
Problems can also be due
to prostatitis, an inflammation
of the prostate gtand teading
Ardha Chandrasana
to pain and obstruction in the
outtet from the btadder. l page 196
Baddhakonasana
page 208
Q Upavista Konasana
0 page 213
/j Paripurna Navasana
-tpage 210
F" Urdhvamukha Janu
^J Sirsasana page 207
Viparita Dandasana ^ Supta Virasana

page 239 / pagc 246 8 Supta Baddhakonasana {^\ Supta Padangusthasana
page 244 <_/ page 243
Salamba Sirsasana
page 138
page 230
/~) Setubandha Sarvangasana
page 237
^
HIATUS HERNIA
In this condition, the upper part
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l
of the stomach moves into the
ehest through a rupture in
the diaphragm calted a hiatus.
s<© It usually affects middte-aged
and overweight peopte. The
page 237
Viparita Karani
'page234 15 Savasana
page 248
Symptoms include pain and a
burning Sensation in the ehest. l page 186 ^_ Hastasana page 187 U Baddhanguliasana page 188
Tadasana Samasthithi 0 Tadasana Urdhva 0 Tadasana Urdhva
400 YOGA FOR AILMENTS YOGA FOR AILMENTS tOI
Utthita Trikonasana Utthita Parsvakonasana Ardha Chandrasana 0 Swastikasana f~\ Baddhakonasana
'page 192 page 194 page 196 Ö page 209 ypage208
l Virasana
'page206
l Upavista Konasana
page 213
l 0 Urdhvamukha Janu
Sirsasana page 207
<^| r~) Bharadvajasana
page 223
^\ /\ Bharadvajasana
i 4"page224
Ustrasana
page 240
page 239
l Supta Virasana
page 244
page 243
Halasana
page 232
page 230
Q "7 Vilonia 2 Pranayama

0 0 Setubandha
0 <~) Setubandha
24 page 234
Viparita Karani
25 Savasana
page 254 page 257
«02 YOGA FÜR AILMENTS ^ YOGA FOR AILMENTS 403
INGUINAL HERNIA
-.
This occurs when the intestine
protrudes through a weak point
or tear into the Lower Layers of
the abdominal waLL. A direct
inguinal hemia creates a butge
in the groin area, white an
Dandasana 0 Urdhvamukha Janu r~) Paripurna Navasana
indirect inguinal hemia
descends into the scrotum,
l page 205 C~- Sirsasana pagc 207 ö page 210
/j Paripurna Navasana
4'page212
Baddhakonasana
5 page 208
(^
Upavista Konasana
page213
~7 Supta Padangusthasana
page 242 8Supta Padangusthasana
page 243
vj page 244 10 Salamba Sirsasana
page 138
Halasana
page 232
^\ 0 Setubandha ^\ /\ Setubandha /~ Savasana ^ Viloma 2 Pranayama

^\ 0 Salamba Sarvangasana
page 230 Sarvangasana page 237 Sarvangasana page 237 l page 248 16 Ujjayi Pranayama
page 254 / page 257
UMBILICALHERNIA
-.
This condition sometimes
affects infants. and occurs in
the region of the umbiticus, It
usuaUy corrects itsetf naturalty.
It also occurs in aduLts when
the intestine protrudes through
the abdominal wall at the navel.
l Prasarita Padottanasana
page 200 2 Uttanasana
page 197
Adhomukha Svanasana
page 204
/\ Adhomukha Svanasana
page 204
r" Adhomukha Svanasana
0 page 203
YOGA FOR AILMENTS <05
Urdhvamukha Janu
Dandasana
page 205
Swastikasana
page 209
Baddhakonasana
page 208
Virasana
page 206 10page 213
Upavista Konasana
Sirsasana page 207
A 0 Adhomukha Paschimottanasana
l ^_ page 217
^\ 0 Adhomukha Virasana
J- ö page 221
/\ /1 Adhomukha Swastikasana
l 4'page222 l f~ Salamba Sirsasana
page 239 l Supta Padangusthasana
page 242
l 0Opage237
l Setubandha Sarvangasana
page 237
Savasana
' page 248
21 UJjayi Pranayama
page 257
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body, toward the consciousness of the soul."

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260 YOGA FOR AILMENTS T YOGA THERAPY 261

The brain and the body

R has to be earned through sweat." therapy is that it teaches us to

IEART AND CIRCULATION

Salamba Sarvangasana Halasana

LOW BLOOD PRESSURE

1~7 Prasarita Padottanasana 0 Uttanasana f^\ Adhomukha Virasana

F~ Adhomukha Swastikasana Viparita Karani

Setubandha Sarvangasana Ardha Chandrasana

page 237 'pagel96 page 194

Ujjayi Pranayama Viloma 2 Pranayama

page 248 page 254 lpage257

3T Ardha Chandrasana Utthita Parsvakonasana

^\ (~* Salamba Sarvangasana ^\ f~^ Halasana

a Sarvangasana page 237

0 Adhomukha Virasana <^| 0 Halasana ^\ /\ Setubandha Sarvangasana

Supta Baddhakonasana Supta Virasana

F^ Adhomukha Svanasana Ardha Chandrasana Utthita Trikonasana

Ustrasana 0 Halasana Salamba Sarvangasana Halasana

Supta Virasana Janu Sirsasana ^\ /| Paschimottanasana ^\ F" Setubandha ^\ f^ Setubandha

Viparita Karani Savasana Ujjayi Pranayama

/) Q Tadasana Paschima Tadasana Gomukhasana

Namaskarasana page 190 'pagel91

Prasarita Padottanasana /\ F\ Uttanasana Virasana

/\ C^ Bharadvajasana /\ ~7 Marichyasana Adhomukha Virasana A F\ Urdhvamukha Janu

Janu Sirsasana A 0 Paschimottanasana Salamba Sarvangasana f~ Setubandha Sarvangasana Viparita Karani

page 248 22 page 254

Supta Padangusthasana Halasana

page222 page217 Opage216 <^page215 J.V7page216 -L A. page 214 ^_ page 215

Adhomukha /\ 0 Adhomukha /\ ("tAdhomukha 0<^Si Salamba

"When stability becomes a habit,

^| ^ Bharadvajasana <^) ^~\ Marichyasana 0^1 Adhomukha Virasana ^ <^) Adhomukha

0 0 Adhomukha Swastikasana 0 /| Urdhvamukha Janu Q C- Janu Sirsasana Q (^> Paschimottanasana

Supta Padangusthasana Q 0 Setubandha Sarvangasana Viparita Karani Savasana Ujjayi Pranayama

0 /~\ Baddhakonasana Ujjayi Pranayama

consisting of plasma and red and white corpuscles or blood cells.

LOW IMMUNE SYSTEM

//Yoga is for all of us. To limit yoga to national or cultural

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Bharadvajasana ^| Q Tadasana Samasthithi /\ /\ Tadasana Urdhva /\ f^ Tadasana Urdhva

0 C^ Adhomukha <^ ^ Paschimottanasana Q ~7 Janu Sirsasana 0 0 Paschimottanasana

Q Q Bharadvajasana <~) /| Bharadvajasana Parsva Virasana

Setubandha Sarvangasana ^| Viparita Karani

Marichyasana ^| /^ Parsva Virasana /\ '"7 Supta Padangusthasana ^| 0 Supta Padangusthasana

Setubandha Sarvangasana Setubandha Sarvangasana Viparita Karani Savasana

0 Adhomukha Svanasana (~\ Adhomukha Svanasana ^ f^\ Uttanasana

Prasarita Padottanasana ^ 0 Adhomukha Svanasana ^ ^~) Adhomukha Svanasana

0 0 Setubandha Sarvangasana Viparita Karani Savasana

Tadasana /| f- Adhomukha Svanasana

Utthita Parsvakonasana ^ Ardha Chandrasana /\ /^Adhomukha /\ /\ Utthita Marichyasana

Dandasana Salamba Sirsasana Viparita Dandasana

Viparita Karani Q "7 Savasana

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24 Viparita Dandasana <^) ("" Ustrasana Q /'^ Salamba Sarvangasana 0 "T'Halasana

^f 0 Baddhakonasana /\ f~) Virasana Supta Baddhakonasana Supta Virasana

Supta Baddhakonasana Salamba Sirsasana

(^ Setubandha Sarvangasana Setubandha Sarvangasana Upavista Konasana f~\ Baddhakonasana Dandasana

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21 Marichyasana 0 0 Bharadvajasana Q r~) Utthita Marichyasana 0 /| Supta Baddhakonasana

RAIN AND NERVOUS SYSTEM

Janu Sirsasana Setubandha A Prasarita Padottanasana Adhomukha Svanasana /^ Adhomukha Uttanasana

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