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5 yogasanas to help relieve headaches

An adequate sleep is known to keep headaches at bay, according to experts. Studies have shown that people who get enough sleep are less likely to have headaches.

However, suitable yoga can help regulate the blood flow to all the body parts. Yoga does not require you to stand or stretch yourself very much. You should concentrate on relaxing every muscle in your body, including your face, neck, and back muscles. Avoid slouching in your yoga positions.

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Follow the 5 yogasanas that help with headaches and other associated ailments.

  • Seated Neck Release

Rear view of yogi female after exercising in park at sunrise.
Rear view of yogi female after exercising in park at sunrise.

The Seated Neck Release Yoga Pose is an attractive and effective solution for a nasty headache. This pose position helps to promote better circulation in your neck area. Cross your legs under your chest and hold that position for a few seconds. Then slowly lower your arms to rest on the floor comfortably. Doing this pose positions your body, therefore improving your posture.

  • Viparita Karani

Middle aged woman lying on mat with legs up at yoga studio. Relax, therapeutic exercise concepts
Middle aged woman lying on mat with legs up at yoga studio. Relax, therapeutic exercise concepts

Viparita Karani Yoga Pose is an excellent pose for your lower back. This pose can help you cure your headache, headaches and tension from your shoulders, neck, face, ears, feet and back. The basic idea behind this pose is to align the body's core. Your head and shoulders are supported by the spine's large base while connecting along the ribs and pelvis. The abdomen's small gliding muscles help move the head and shoulders around. Viparita Karani yoga poses are a must for every yoga practitioner. It not only helps you perform challenging yoga postures but also teaches you to achieve them correctly. This pose is suitable for those people who have a backache.

  • Adho Mukho Svanasana

Young woman in park practicing yoga. Adho Mukho Svanasana (Downward Facing Dog Pose).
Young woman in park practicing yoga. Adho Mukho Svanasana (Downward Facing Dog Pose).

Adho Mukho Svanasana is one of the best poses to get rid of headaches. It is the reverse of the usual yoga pose Pindasana. This yoga pose is beneficial for people suffering from headaches and other neck and shoulder problems. It also helps boost the circulation in the body and eliminates infections.

  • Happy Baby Pose

Young sporty woman practicing yoga, doing Happy Baby exercise, Ananda Balasana pose, working out, wearing sportswear, grey pants and top, indoor full length, yoga studio
Young sporty woman practicing yoga, doing Happy Baby exercise, Ananda Balasana pose, working out, wearing sportswear, grey pants and top, indoor full length, yoga studio

Happy Baby Pose is a beautiful rejuvenating pose for your body and brain. It is ideal for pregnant women to get adequate relief from headaches. Tilt your head forward and place your forehead on top of the shoulder blades. This pose can be easily practised at home with your little one.

  • Uttanasana

The Uttanasana pose is a beautiful blend of physical and mental workout. It is a type of yoga that enhances the body strength, flexibility and the immunity of the whole body. This yoga posture is a useful tool to reduce the pain in the neck, back and shoulders. It makes sure the muscles of the shoulders are stretched fully.

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