May 27, 2024, 03:16 PM IST

10 yoga asanas for relief from back pain

Kumar Vishnu Kant

Cat-Cow Pose - Marjaryasana-Bitilasana The Cat-Cow pose improves spinal flexibility, posture, and circulation while gently massaging and stretching the spine.

Child’s Pose - Balasana A gentle stretch for the back, hips, thighs, and ankles, promoting relaxation.

Downward-Facing Dog - Adho Mukha Svanasana Stretches the entire back and relieves tension along the spine.

Bridge Pose - Setu Bandhasana Strengthens the spine and stretches the chest, shoulders, and abdomen.

Seated Forward Bend - Paschimottanasana Stretches the entire back of the body from the heels to the head.

Sphinx Pose - Salamba Bhujangasana A gentler alternative to Cobra Pose, this pose includes relaxing of the arms on the floor and it offers a mild backbend.

Reclining Twist - Supta Matsyendrasana Releases tension in the spine and stretches the back muscles.

Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose - Viparita Karani Relieves pressure from the lower back and promotes relaxation.

Locust Pose - Salabhasana Strengthens the back muscles, improving posture and alleviating pain.

Cobra Pose - Bhujangasana Strengthens the spine and stretches the chest, shoulders, and abdomen.

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