A REVIEW STUDY ON THE EFFECT OF SARVANGASANA ON HYPOTHYROIDISM
*Vineeta Waldia
Abstract
Hypothyroidism refers to any state in which a person's thyroid
hormone production is below normal. The symptoms include
increased cholesterol levels, depression, fatigue, hair loss, memory
loss, dry, rough skin and constipation. As the disease becomes more
severe, there may be puffiness around the eyes, a slowing of the heart
rate, a drop in body temperature, and heart failure. In its most profound
form, severe hypothyroidism may lead to a life-threatening coma
(myxedema coma). The thyroid itself is regulated by another gland that
is located in the brain, called the pituitary. In turn, the pituitary is
regulated in part by the thyroid (via a "feedback" effect of thyroid
hormone on the pituitary gland) and by another gland called the hypothalamus. Yoga has a
wholesome effect on both body and mind. Asanas or physical postures of the body act at
various anatomical levels and help prevent or minimize the risk of various metabolic
disorders. As in case of hypothyroidism sarvangasana when practiced regularly and in a
proper way is the ideal asana for most thyroid gland problems. If a person is overactive it
tends to reduce secretion and if underactive tends to release more thyroid hormones. The
main reason being the blood circulation is mainly centered towards the thyroid gland and the
brain.
Keywords: Hypothyroidism, yoga, asana, sarvangasana.
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