How to reduce Back Pain from Yoga: Shalabhasana

Procedure

In order to perform shalabhasana, lie down in prostrate position. Spread the thigh backwards. Hold your fists and extend arms. Keep your fists under the thigh and then raise your legs slowly as high as you can. For best results hold this position for 2 or 3 minutes and then lower your legs slowly. Repeat the same action for 3 to 5 times. 

Benefits

1. It provides relief to persons who have mild sciatica and slipped disc problem.

 2. It strengthens the muscles of the spine, buttocks and back of the arms and legs. 

3. It improves posture. 

4, It stimulates abdominal organs.

 5. It helps in relieving stress. 

6. It alleviates lower back pain. 

7. It helps in removing constipation. 

Contraindication

1. People with a weak spine should avoid this asana

2. The individuals with a weak heart, high blood pressure and coronary problems should avoid this asana.