In today's hectic world, stress, screen time, and poor posture often cause headaches.
Instead of painkillers, yoga offers a natural way to relieve tension, improve circulation, and relax the nervous system. Here are seven yoga poses to ease headache:
Balasana (Child’s Pose): This gentle forward bend relaxes the mind and releases tension in the back, shoulders, and neck—common areas where stress-induced headaches originate.
Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog): This inversion increases blood flow to the brain, relieving tension headaches and enhancing oxygen supply.
Viparita Karani (Legs-Up-The-Wall Pose) A great pose to calm the nervous system & improve circulation, this asana relieves stress and fatigue that contribute to headaches.
Supta Baddha Konasana (Reclining Bound Angle Pose): This restorative pose reduces stress and stimulates blood flow to the head, easing headache symptoms.
Uttanasana (Standing Forward Bend): By increasing blood supply to the head, this asana helps relieve headaches and fatigue.
Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose): This backbend opens up the chest and improves blood flow, reducing tension and promoting relaxation.
Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend): This forward bend releases tightness in the back and shoulders while calming the mind, which helps alleviate headaches.