Massage the throat gently with both the hands. Using the hands as
leverage bring back the neck to the original position & keep it
straight. Place both the hands under the hips, palms facing the ground.
Using the elbows as leverage raises the trunk upward. Raise also
the knees a little. Start moving the head slowly towards the left
and then towards the right, each side three times. Also rotate the
head gently and slowly in a circular movement both clockwise and anti-clockwise
at least thrice. Bring back the neck slowly on the ground and unlock
the Padmasan. Relax the body and take rest in Shavasan, normalizing
the breath.
Point of Concentration:
Vishudhi Chakr
By bending the neck backward
the trachea (wind pipe) remains absolutely clear and its holes free
from any obstruction. As its mouth widens, the lungs are filled with
oxygen and this asan facilitates the maximum oxygenation of the blood.
As the lungs are strengthened, such ailments as asthma, cough and
many respiratory disorders are cured.
- Gonads in the lower abdomen are strengthened
and toned up. Digestive organs are benefited and constipation relieved.
- Spine becomes resilient and healthy,
backache is eliminated and the chest expands.
- By performing this posture constantly
in Padmasan, one gets relief from diseases like gout, tonsil, diabetes,
mental disorders, nose and ear pain.
- Nervous debility and tremors caused
by gastric disorders in the body are cured.
- By rotating the neck left and right
and in a circular movement, the cervical region is immensely
benefited.
Besides, it removes all obstructions in blood vessels supplying
blood to the brain.
