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Easy yoga asanas to treat ovarian cysts

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Jul 16, 2022, 21:00 IST
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Yoga can improve reproductive health

It is a collection of physical, mental, and spiritual practices or disciplines that originated in ancient India with the goal of controlling and stilling the mind, recognizing a detached witness-consciousness unaffected by the mind or mundane suffering.

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Ovarian cyst

An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac which develops on one of the ovaries. Many are related to menstrual hormone changes that usually settle on their own within a few weeks without any treatment. Ovarian cysts often don't cause any symptoms. However, if they become bigger or don't settle on their own, one might need treatment.

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Yoga asanas to treat ovarian cysts

Yoga is a natural way to relieve the symptoms of an ovarian cyst. Yoga aids in hormone balance, resulting in a reduction in the size of the ovarian cyst. Here are some yoga poses that might help in treating ovarian cyst

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Butterfly pose

The butterfly pose, also known as the Purna Titli asana, is a simple posture that helps to open the hips. It is also an excellent stress-relieving stretching exercise for the thighs.

Instructions:

1.Sit in a lotus position on the floor.

2.Bend the knees and bring the soles of the feet together.

3.Try to position the legs so that they are as close to the pubic area as possible.

4.Pull inwards as much as it is possible.

5.Maintain a straight back and grip the feet with your hands.

6.Breathe deeply, and while exhaling, use hands to push the knees down towards the ground.

7.Stay within your comfort zone as this requires practice.

8.Allow the knees to rise while exhaling in a flapping motion.

9.Repeat the process 15 to 20 times more.

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Reclining butterfly pose

This pose is similar to the butterfly pose except that it is done lying down. It is extremely relaxing as well as stimulating to the abdominal organs.

Instructions:

1.Begin by the standard butterfly pose.

2.Exhale, slowly lean back and lower the upper body.

3.Balance the back of the pelvis and lower back with your hands for support.

4.Bring the torso to the floor until the back is touching it.

5.Bring the torso to the floor until the back is touching it.

6.one can use a pillow to support the neck and head.

7.Keep arms at the sides and palms up.

8.At this point, the knees are turned away from the hip and the feet are turned toward the pelvis.

9.Try not to overstretch the thigh muscles. Allow the knees to dangle in the air for minutes while taking deep breaths.

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Cobra pose

The cobra pose relieves anxiety and stress besides improving blood circulation. It also helps relieve lower back pain and reduces inflammation.

Instructions:

1.Begin by lying on the stomach, with your forehead facing the floor.

2.The feet should be slightly touching, and the hands should be under the shoulders, palm down and parallel to each other.

3. while inhaling lift the chest and head until navel

4.Keep the upper body off the floor by using hands for support.

5.Take a deep breath, stretch back, and feel the spine curve.

6.Keep the shoulders down and relaxed, and the elbows slightly bent.

7.Hold the pose for as long as it feels comfortable.

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Seated spinal twist asana

Also called the Bharadvaja’s twist, this pose helps to improve metabolism and regenerates abdominal organs. This pose is particularly suited for pregnant women.

Instructions:

1.Sit on the floor and stretch your legs forward.

2.Bend the knees towards the left hip while keeping hands at the sides.

3. Now, the weight of the body is resting on the right buttock.

4.As you breathe, Extend the spine, and twist the upper body as much as it is possible. For balance, place the right hand on the floor.

5.Press the body weight from hips to the floor.

6.In this position, bend slightly and feel the pull from the base of the spine to the head.

7.Hold for a few minutes before repeating the twist on the other side.

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Mill churning Pose

Chakki chalanasana or churning the mill pose is one of the most important asanas in yoga that offers a host of health benefits. It strengthens the abdominal organs, improves the function of reproductive organs, digestive system and helps relieve back pain.

Instructions:

1.Sit on the floor with legs wide apart.

2.Bring the hands together, interlock fingers, and turn the palms outside.

3.Extend arms outward so that the back of the hands faces you and the elbows are straight.

4.Begin moving hands in a circular motion horizontal to the ground, just as one does while using a grinding wheel.

5.Bend at the waist using the lower back. Keep the arms straight and don't bend the elbows.

6.Inhale when the hands approach you and exhale when they move away.

7.In large circular movements, move forwards and backwards, covering the toes.

8.Repeat 10 to 15 times in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions.

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