Shoulderstand

Salamba Sarvangasana

Known as the "queen" of all yoga postures, Shoulderstand is packed with healing and restorative benefits for your mind, body and spirit

.BenefitsStretches shoulders, back and neckImproves spinal mobilityRelieves lower back tension and lengthens spinal musclesStimulates thyroid glandCalms the nervous system and reduces stress and anxietyCan be therapeutic for infertility, menopause, and digestionChakra:

Shoulderstand stimulates the Throat Chakra (Vishuddha) which governs communication and self-expression.

Practicing this posture can help the practitioner express him/herself more authentically and communicate more clearly

Contraindications

Neck injuryBack, spine, or disc injuryShoulder injuryHigh blood pressureMenstruationPregnancy (check with your doctor)HeadacheEar infection

Modifications

Place a folded blanket under your arms and shoulders. Keep your head on the floorYou can practice Viparita Karani (Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose) if you have a neck or shoulder injury. Sit beside a wall and swing your feet up the wall as you lower your torso to the floor

Place a folded blanket under your arms and shoulders. Keep your head on the floorYou can practice Viparita Karani (Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose) if you have a neck or shoulder injury. Sit beside a wall and swing your feet up the wall as you lower your torso to the floorChakras