Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: In pursuit of preserving and enhancing eyesight; various methods explored such as eye exercises, padabhyanga, yogic kriyas like trataka and bhramari pranayama. However, a lesser-known yet potent avenue for eye health lies in 'Yoga Mudra'. These symbolic hand gestures, rooted in Ayurveda, harness the elements of the body to redirect energy and promote healing. By understanding the elemental composition of our hands and eyes, we can utilize mudras to prevent and alleviate eye ailments. This article provides an overview of common Yoga Mudras, elucidating their benefits for eye diseases and eyesight improvement. Delving deeper into the nuanced practice of Yoga Mudras and their potential to unlock new dimensions of eye care and vision improvement. Accessible to individuals of all ages, mudras require no equipment other than the fingers themselves, making them a convenient and powerful tool for preserving eyesight and promoting overall wellness.
Author: Sanika Abhay Virkar
Language: English
Subfield: Complementary and alternative medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4412111832