Thread the Needle
A kneeling twist in which one arm threads beneath the body until the shoulder rests on the floor. It releases the upper back, shoulders and neck with almost no effort required.
reduces Vataneutral for Pittareduces Kapha
Contraindications & cautions
- recent shoulder or neck injury
- cervical disc problems or nerve pain into the arm
- late pregnancy (keep the twist shallow and the belly open)
- knee injury (pad the knees)
Educational information about Ayurveda — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. Consult a qualified professional before starting any herb, supplement, or therapy.