Conditions Guide

Beneficial and cautionary yoga poses for eight common health conditions — rooted in the tradition of adapting practice to the body.

Many headaches are caused by tension and stress. Yoga stretches tight upper-body muscles, releases endorphins, and relaxes the mind. Avoid poses that put pressure on the head and neck or dramatically increase blood flow to the head.

Beneficial Poses

•Seated forward bends — release tension in hamstrings and lower back
•Seated twists — prevent headaches from upper/lower back tension
•Garuda hand position — stretches upper back and shoulders
•Cow Face hand position — stretches triceps, shoulders, rotator cuffs

Approach with Caution

•Intense inversions — increase heart rate and blood flow to the head
•Bridge Pose — puts pressure on the head and neck

This guide is educational and reflective — not medical advice. Always consult a qualified health professional regarding your specific condition, especially before attempting inversions, backbends, or intense poses.