Role of Simhasana in the management of Hypothyroidism: A Review

  • Neha P. Pawar Post Graduate Scholar, Dept. of Swasthavritta and Yoga, Govt. Ayurveda College, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India.
  • Vrushali Khandekar Assistant Professor, Dept. of Swasthavritta and Yoga, Govt. Ayurveda College, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India.
  • Sumeeta Jain Professor & HOD, Dept. of Swasthavritta and Yoga, Govt. Ayurveda College, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India.
Keywords: Simhasana, Hypothyroidism, Jalandhar Bandha, throat lock

Abstract

Hypothyroidism is a condition in which thyroid does not create and release enough thyroid hormone into blood Stream. People with thyroid disorder often hove emotional or mental health symptoms as well as physical symptom. Yoga is a series practises i.e., physical, mental, and spiritual practices which are originated from ancient India. Application of Yoga posture and practice to the treatment of hypothyroidism is the main aim of this article. In Yoga Bandhas are the most powerful technique as they change internal chemistry of the body in a fundamental way. Out of 4 types of Bandhas, Jalandhar Bandha (throat lock) is most important in treating throat disorder. In Simhasana there is application of Jalandhar Bandha, due to application of Jalandhar Bandha blood flow through carotid arteries get reduces which send signal to the brain activates parasympathetic nervous system as a result it create calmness in mind and relieve stress, anxiety, depression, and chronic pain, improve sleep patterns, and enhance overall well-being and quality of in thyroid disorder. Simhasana presses the thyroid gland thereby increasing vascularity of the gland and maintaining proper functioning of gland, hence by practising this Asanas over a few months will definitely helps in hypothyroidism.

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CITATION
DOI: 10.21760/jaims.8.3.21
Published: 2023-04-25
How to Cite
Neha P. Pawar, Vrushali Khandekar, & Sumeeta Jain. (2023). Role of Simhasana in the management of Hypothyroidism: A Review. Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences, 8(3), 116 - 119. https://doi.org/10.21760/jaims.8.3.21
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Review Article