| Description
To sting its victim, the scorpion arches
its tail above its back and then stings beyond its head. This
posture resembles that of a stinging scorpion.
The Sanskrit word Vrischika means scorpion
Benefits
Physical
Vrischikasana increases the blood flow to
the brain and pituitary gland, revitalizing all the body systems.
It rectifies nervous and glandular disorders. Improves blood
circulation and is helpful in curing of piles and varicose
veins. Tones up the reproductive organs. The arched position
of the body stretches and increases its flexibility as well
as tones up the spinal nerves. Strengthens the arms and develops
a sense of balance.
Mental
Increases body-mind co-ordination, brings
mental stability and reduces irritability.
Pranic
Stimulates ajna chakra.
Techniques
- Assume the final position of sirshasana keeping both
the hands parallel to each other. Slowly shift your body
weight on to your forearms. Lift your head slightly and
lift the chin.
- Secure balance and gradually lower the feet as close
to the head as possible.
- Ideally, the heels should rest on the crown.
- Relax the whole body and hold the final position as
long as it is comfortable.
- Slowly return to sirshasana and lower the feet to the
floor.
- Release sirshasana position, relax in shashankasana
for a few seconds and then come up gradually.
Cautions
- Patients suffering from high blood pressure, vertigo,
epilepsy, cerebral thrombosis, chronic cataract, heart
disease or slipped disc should not practice this asana.
They may try it only after mastering all other inverted
postures.
- In the initial stages, take help of some partner to
support you or take support of wall
Duration
15 Sec - 2 Min, 2 -3 times
Please remember that no practice can be adequately learned
from a book, written instructions. The guidelines given in
the web pages are intended to give you an introduction to
different yogic postures. However, it is advised to practice
the asanas under the guidance of a Guru or a qualified yoga
instructor. |
