Dirgha Svara Mudra (Asthma mudra)

Published Date: 4/13/2021 9:35:08 AM

How to perform :
  1. Hold the hands facing each other in front of the chest, with fingers pointing upwards.
  2. Bend the Middle Fingers downwards and press the nails of the Middle Fingers against each other.
  3. Extend the other fingers straight up, with palms joined at the base.
  4. Keep the shoulders relaxed and elbows slightly away from the body.
  5. Keep the spine straight.
Benefits of Dirgha Svara Mudra :
  • Regular practice of this Mudra helps to reduce the harmful effects of asthma.
  • Dirgha Svara mudra expands the entire rib cage.
  • This helps to release the chronic contraction of the smooth muscles that line the respiratory tract. With the bronchial spasm relieved, breathing becomes easier.
  • This mudra helps to treat as well as prevent attacks of asthma.
  • During an acute attack of Asthma, first practice the Poorna Svara Mudra till the breath is normalized. Then practice Dirgha Svara Mudra. 
  • Regular practice of ten minutes twice a day or 5 minutes thrice a day will be useful to prevent future attacks.
Precaution :-
Practice this mudra during an asthma attack only after practicing the Poorna Svara Mudra.
Use as preventive. It should not be practiced during crisis.

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