By Ashish
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This foundational pose enhances balance and posture, which can be particularly helpful for those with Parkinson's. By grounding through the feet and extending the spine, it promotes overall body awareness and stability.
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Tree Pose enhances balance by strengthening leg muscles and promoting stability. It's particularly useful for improving concentration and physical coordination, addressing mobility challenges faced by individuals with Parkinson's.
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This standing pose targets the thighs, knees, and ankles. It strengthens these lower body muscles, improves balance, and promotes better posture. For those with Parkinson's, it's valuable for building lower body strength and enhancing stability, aiding in mobility.
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Chair Pose targets the lower body and core, helping to strengthen leg muscles and improve balance. It's a great pose to increase stamina and stability.
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This dynamic duo of poses focuses on the spine's flexibility. Cat Pose arches the back, while Cow Pose rounds it, helping to relieve tension in the back and shoulders.
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Nadi Shodhana pranayama is a calming breathing exercise that involves inhaling and exhaling through alternate nostrils. It helps reduce stress and anxiety, which are common in Parkinson's patients, promoting a sense of calm and mental clarity.
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Bhastrika pranayama involves forceful inhalations and exhalations. It can improve lung capacity, enhance oxygenation, and provide increased energy levels, which may help alleviate fatigue often associated with Parkinson's.
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Mindfulness Meditation keeps you fully present; sit or lie in a quiet place, close your eyes, and focus on your breath. Observe each inhale and exhale. When your mind drifts, refocus on your breath. This meditation eases common Parkinson's stress and anxiety.
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Always practice yoga under the guidance of an experienced instructor who understands the specific needs and limitations of individuals with Parkinson's disease. The combination of physical postures, breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques can contribute to improved balance, flexibility, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life for those with Parkinson's.