Description
- The back mudra is a hand gesture used in yoga that is believed to have healing properties.
- As the name suggests, the back mudra is practiced to relieve back pain.
- Practicing this mudra is thought to balance the energies in the body.
Follow these steps to try Back Mudra :
- This hasta (hand) mudra uses both hands.
- With the right hand, the ring and forefinger remain extended, while the tips of the thumb, middle and little fingers touch.
- With the left hand, the thumb joint rests on the nail of the forefinger, while the other three fingers remain extended.
Benefits
- Reduces muscle tension and cramping
- Eases negative emotions stored in the back body
- It is beneficial for the pineal and pituitary glands.
- This posture connects us to Meditation and our confidence increases.
- Regular practice can relieve all kinds of mental disorders and addictive habits.
- By practising this asana, your waist is also thin and strong, besides it gets rid of constipation problems and good digestive power.
- This mudra is specifically designed to cure pain in the lower back.
- The back mudra increases the flexibility of the back and makes it stronger.
- The muscles of the back are flexible and strong. It produces muscle stretch and helps in relieving muscle tension.