14 Most Effective Yoga Poses for Arthritis

According to various studies, recent years have witnessed a global increase in people suffering from arthritic conditions, the types of which are over 100. Though it is said that there is no cure for this health issue, those suffering from various forms of arthritis have experienced impressive level of improvement while using alternative therapies including yoga. Here are the 14 most effective yoga poses for arthritis.

Arthritis - Major Types and Causes

Though there are various forms of arthritis, given below are some of the most common arthritic conditions.

  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Psoriatic arthritis
  • Gout

Arthritis may be caused by:

  • History of arthritis in the family
  • Infection
  • Obesity
  • Lack of physical exercise
  • Autoimmune disorder
  • Injury
Symptoms of Arthritis

Symptoms of arthritis include:

  • Pain
  • Swelling of joints
  • Tightness in joints
  • Reduced range of joint movement
How does Yoga Help Arthritis?

Various studies have proved the efficacy of yoga in reducing arthritis symptoms. Researches conducted between 1980 and 2010 have proved that regular practice of yoga helps to reduce arthritic pain and inflammation. Studies have also proved that yoga helps to improve joint mobility. Yoga for arthritis not only energizes the body but also improves mental health that is negatively impacted by arthritis.

A study  has proved the role of yoga in reducing arthritic symptoms in those who lead a sedentary lifestyle with minimal or no exercise. According to the research:

  • Regular practice of yoga helps to relieve joint pain.
  • Inflammation of joints gets reduced.
  • Flexibility of joints improves.
14 Most Effective Yoga Poses for Arthritis

1) Mountain Pose

Mountain Pose

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2) Standing Forward Bend

Standing Forward Bend

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3) Tree Pose

Tree Pose

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4) Warrior Pose 2

Warrior Pose 2

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5) Downward Facing Dog Pose

Downward Facing Dog Pose

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6) Camel Pose

Camel Pose

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7) Bound Angle Pose

Bound Angle Pose

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8) Head to Knee Pose

Head to Knee Pose

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9) Half Spinal Twist

Half Spinal Twist

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10) Sphinx Pose

Sphinx Pose

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11) Locust Pose

Locust Pose

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12) Bow Pose

Bow Pose

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13) Bridge Pose

Bridge Pose

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14) Rest Pose

Rest Pose

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Regular practice of the above-mentioned yoga poses for arthritis will help to reduce arthritic symptoms to a great extent and improve quality of life.

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4 responses

  1. அருமை! விளக்கமான பதிவுகள்!
    யோகா செய்ய ஊக்கம் ஏற்படும் வகையில் செய்முறை விளக்கங்கள் இருக்கின்றன. மிகவும் பயனுள்ள பதிவு!

    1. மிக்க நன்றி! உங்களின் தொடர் ஆதரவும் ஆக்கமான கருத்துகளும் எங்களுக்கு ஊக்கமளிப்பதாக உள்ளன. மிக்க நன்றி.

  2. மிகவும் அருமை…..

    பயனுள்ள பதிவு..
    இந்தப் பதிவில் குறிப்பிடப்பட்டுள்ள ஆசனங்களில் சிலவற்றை தினமும் செய்து வருவதால் மூட்டு வலியின் தீவிரம் குறைந்துள்ளது என்பது என்னுடைய சொந்த அனுபவம்.

    1. மிக்க நன்றி. தங்களின் கருத்து பதிவுக்கு மேலும் வலுவூட்டுவதாக உள்ளது. தொடர்ந்து கருத்துகளைத் தெரிவித்து வருவதற்கு நன்றி பல.

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