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Yoga For Piles And It's Health Benefits

Last Updated: Jun 07, 2022

Benefits of yoga for piles

The problem of piles can be very painful and frustrating. The condition of piles usually occurs when an individual suffers from severe constipation or when there is straining due to the passing of hard stool. People suffering from this condition usually opt for either ayurvedic medicine or allopathic medicine. For people suffering from the piles, yoga provides a one-stop natural solution to all the problems associated with the piles.

There have been studies which prove that yoga has a high success rate in treating the problem of constipation which is the root cause of piles. Thus it would not be wrong to say yoga can treat the problems associated with piles. There are asanas in yoga which can help in improving the blood circulation around the pelvic region thus providing relief to the pain associated with piles. The flow of oxygenated blood into the rectum area helps in eliminating constipation. Through yoga, the tension in the rectum muscles also gets relieved which helps in the passing of the stool. Given below are some of the asanas that can prove to be helpful in alleviating the problem of piles.

Yoga asanas for piles

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Legs Up The Wall Pose

This pose increases blood circulation to the anus and can relieve pain associated with piles. Start the pose by lying on your back near a wall. Slowly put the heels of your feet on the wall and start walking them up and scooting your buttocks near the wall till your legs are flat against the wall and perpendicular to the floor. Keep your hands beside your body or on your belly and breathe regularly. Hold the pose for 5 minutes.
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Child’s Pose

The child’s pose or balasana also increases the flow of blood to the rectum and anus and can help relieve constipation. Start the pose by sitting in a kneeling position, on your heels. Slowly bend forward and touch your forehead to the floor, with your chest touching your thighs. Simultaneously bring your hands to the front and stretch them out in front of you to touch the floor. Hold the pose for a minute.
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Wind Relieving Pose

The wind relieving pose or pavanmuktasana helps release tension in the anal muscles, relieves gas problems and constipation. Start the pose by lying on your back. Slowly bend your knees and bring them to your chest. Use your hands to hug your knees and interlock your fingers. Gently apply pressure on your knees to keep them pressed to your chest and try touching your nose to your kneecaps. Hold the pose for 10 to 20 seconds.
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Bound Angle Pose

The bound angle pose strengthens the bladder and rectum and helps relieve pain due to haemorrhoids. Start the pose by sitting on the floor. Bend your knees outward and bring the soles of your feet together. Tightly grasp your toes with both your hands and bring your feet closer to your pelvis. Gently apply pressure to bring your thighs close to the ground. Hold the pose for 10 - 20 seconds.

Conclusion

Apart from yoga, incorporating food products that are healthy and reduce the problem of constipation is necessary for the patient suffering from the problem of piles. One of the easiest ways through which constipation can be relieved is by consuming foods which are rich in fiber. Addition of whole grains like bran flakes, oatmeal, brown rice, and barley can be both advantageous and nutritious. Including vegetables like broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and artichoke in the diet helps in adding both nutrition and also reducing constipation. Incorporating legumes in the diet like lima beans, lentils, split peas help in reducing the symptoms of piles. For patients suffering from piles addition of fruits like apple and banana can be both excellent and healthy.

Foods which are oily and high in spice content must be avoided by patients suffering from the problem of piles as they can further aggravate the problem. Remaining adequately hydrated is key in inducing healthy bowel movements. Taking medicines advised by the doctor for the treatment of piles is absolutely vital as they play a key role in eliminating the problem of piles

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    Written ByDr. Shazli Azad Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)Gynaecology
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