Saturday, October 25, 2008

Upavistha Konasana

Sanskrit:

Upavistha - seated
Kona - angle

Seated Angle Pose

Benefits:
  • Stretches the back and insides of the legs
  • Improves circulation in the pelvic region
  • Lifts uterus, tones and improves circulation to reproductive organs. This may benefit symptoms related to menstrual cramps, fibroid tumors, and endometriosis
  • Lengthening in the spine, lower back and legs can help improve pain from herniated discs and sciatica
  • In the supported forward-bend variation this pose may be calming to the endocrine system

Contraindications:
  • Those with lower-back injury may need to sit with the pelvis lifted up on a blanket and will need to be aware of keeping the spine lengthened and relatively straight

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