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Hypertension or high blood pressure happens when the pressure in your system gets high enough leading to risks in your system and various other tissues and organs. It is also commonly known as high blood pressure referring to the amount of pressure in your arteries. In diagnosing hypertension, several readings must be taken. If the rate of blood pressure reaches to as high as 140/90, then hypertension or high blood pressure is present. High blood pressure or Hypertension is also related to other diseases like stroke, heart attack, Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), and may also lead to death. The two types of high blood pressure are as follows:
- Primary Hypertension: Also known as essential hypertension; commonly caused by stress and injury, primary hypertension has no specific symptom. Other causes comprise emotional disturbance, heredity, race, climatic condition, Obesity, smoking and alcohol intake.
- Secondary Hypertension: May lead to kidney infection, malfunctioning of the Endocrine Gland, arterial problems like arteriosclerosis, and even Pregnancy.
Since hypertension has no specific symptom, it is known to be a silent killer. If not detected at an early stage, it may lead to arterial cardiac and renal damage. Nevertheless, hypertension can be detected if people experience some mild and pounding headache, giddiness, hazy vision, ringing in the ears, and disturbed kidney functioning. If experienced continuously, it may lead to heart attack, heart failure, stroke, or paralysis.
These are the Yoga Asanas or postures that must be performed in order to manage High Blood Pressure or Hypertension:
Shoulder Stretches:
- Shoulder Stretches are great in relieving stress and tension on your shoulders, as well as your entire upper back. When practiced regularly the benefits are easily visible.
Bidalasana or the Cat Pose:
- The Cat Pose teaches you to initiate movement from your center and to coordinate your movement and breath. These are two of the most important themes in Yoga practice. Keep in mind that the Cat Pose may not be advisable if you have any chronic or recent back pain or injury.
Sukhasana or the Easy Pose:
- This is one of the most classic Meditative Poses and is usually performed after doing the Corpse Pose or the Shavasna. The Easy Pose helps in straightening the spine, slowing down metabolism, promoting inner tranquility, and keeping your mind still.
Ardha Matsyendrasana or the Half Spinal Twist:
- If done properly, the Half Spinal Twist lengthens and strengthens the spine. It is also beneficial for your liver, kidneys, as well as adrenal glands. Practice this Yoga Pose under the supervision of a Yoga instructor. This posture is known to bring about an increase in the flow of blood to these organs.
Pavanamuktasana or the Wind Relieving Pose:
- The term Pavanamuktasana comes from the Sanskrit word 'pavana' which means air or wind and 'Mukta' which means freedom or release. The Wind Relieving Pose works mainly on the digestive system. Specifically, it helps in eliminating excess gas in the stomach.
Anuloma Viloma:
- Anuloma Viloma is also called the Alternate Nostril Breathing Technique. In this Breathing Technique, you inhale through one nostril, retain the breath, and exhale through the other nostril. This breathing technique helps to bring about the fresh intake of oxygen into the body and makes it available for all the structures present in the body. Thus it brings about the enrichment of body with fresh oxygen. This even helps in the regulation of High blood pressure.
Yoga Nidra:
- Yoga Nidra is also known as the psychic sleep. This process helps remove physical, emotional and mental strains very easily and effectively. It also helps focus the mind and removes negative elements. This Yoga Nidra is easy to practice and provides you with results in short time. Even half hourly practice brings about excellent results in High blood pressure or High BP.
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