Ardha Kati Chakrasana (Right bending) Half
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Physiology:
- Working of right side muscles from neck to pelvis creates initiation of the internal organs and brings homeostasis around the internal organs (chakras)
- Stretch of left side muscles from abdominal and pelvic region initiates the ANS of internal organs and improves their function like; Digestion, Heart beat (cardiac output), purification (diffusion & perfusion)4
- Reproductive functions like strength of the uterus and menstrual cycles in females, production of sperms and voluntary control of ejaculation process in males.
- Expansion of chest, enhances the breast growth. Good for treating “Paradoxical breathing”.
- Assists the metabolism with Thyroid gland stimulation4
- Flexibility of spine improves awareness of extremities in all activities.
- Balance & awareness3
Spiritual Growth:
- Ardha means Half, Kati means Trunk, Chakra means Wheel.
- Most effect among all of these is at Abdomino-pelvic region (Swadhishtana chakra)1
Suthra:
- Beginners should take wide BOS for better stability.
- Gravitational pull is primary than muscle effort.
- Progress the posture in terms of decreasing the BOS and increasing the right knee flexion
- Breathe as much comfortable as possible instead of prolonged periods until expertise.
Contributors to Ardha Kati Chakrasana Therapy
- The (Right bending) Half has been demonstrated by Ms Niharika Raval, who is a part of YogaArchanam Project at Surendranagar, Gujarat, India, pursuing PhD in Dance
- The Ardha Kati Chakrasana Procedure has been provided by Sri Viral Raval, who is a part of YogaArchanam Project at Surendranagar, Gujarat, India, pursuing PhD in Yoga
- The limitations and berefits of Ardha Kati Chakrasana have been given by Ms Niharika Raval.
- The Physiology of Ardha Kati Chakrasana has been designed and provided by Dr E Amaravathi, a Master in Phsiotherapy currently pursuing PhD in Yoga
- The Scientific Explanation and Clinical Significance (available only to registered Ajarya teachers) of Ardha Kati Chakrasana been provided by
Dr E Amaravathi,teaching currently at Ajarya Yoga Academy
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