Osteoporosis is a health condition that causes bones to lose density and become more prone to breaking. This blog discusses how yoga can help prevent the effects of this disease.
Best Yoga Poses for Osteoporosis
The relationship between yoga and osteoporosis is easy to understand since people with osteoporosis who practice yoga see real improvements rather quickly. Yoga is all about posture and strength-building, and regular low-impact yoga practice can strengthen and promote bone development.
However, if you have osteoporosis, you should avoid certain yoga poses. It is best to consult with a yoga instructor first before you start.
Here are some safe yoga poses for osteoporosis patients which can help improve bone health over time.
Vrksasana, often considered one of the best yoga poses for osteoporosis, is simple to master. Put your feet together and stand in Tadasana. Without shifting your pelvis, bend your right knee and move your right thigh outward. Raise your right foot and plant it anywhere on your left leg while bringing your palms in front of your chest. Hold this position, keep breathing, and then get back to the initial pose before repeating.
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Virabhadrasana (warrior pose)
Stand straight with your feet touching and your arms free at your sides. Take a three to four-foot step back and pivot your right foot 90 degrees to the right while bringing your front knee up to a straight angle with your ankle. With your palms facing downward, stretch your arms out to the sides, parallel to the ground, and look straight ahead. Take a few breaths, release the pose, and switch to the opposite side. The hips and core are strengthened in this position, which is beneficial for bone health.
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Salabhasana (locust pose)
Take a face-down position on the floor with your legs hip-distance apart and your arms placed beside your hip. Raise your legs first without bending the knees, and then raise your upper body without pressing the palms on the floor. Keep in the position for 15 seconds, release, and repeat the movements 10 times.
Stand with your back straight, your feet closed, and your arms relaxed at your sides. Assume a sitting position by bending your knees and lowering your torso, and keep the thighs parallel to the floor. Raise your arms over your head and keep your palms facing one another. Hold the pose for a few seconds, then return to the initial position and repeat the process. This pose helps increase your lower body's bone density.
Conclusion
People with osteoporosis cannot take part in regular exercises due to their lower bone density and the chance of bone break. However, practising yoga helps strengthen their bones. Yoga also reduces body aches caused by limited movement, and that can help patients relax and get back to normal, daily activities.
Remember, a health insurance policy can cover the immediate treatment of osteoporosis-related bone break.
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