Enlarged Prostrate

Janu

Great Seal (Maha Mudra) (महा मुद्रा )

Mahāmudrā literally means maha -  great or noble  and mudra -  means shutting, closing or sealing. In this sitting posture the aperture at the top and the bottom  of the trunk are held fast and sealed.

Technique :

• Sit on the floor with the legs stretched straight in the front
• Bend the left knee and move it to the left, keeping the outer side of the left thigh and the left calf on the floor.
• Place the left heel against  the inner side of the left thigh near the  perineum. The big toe of the left foot  should touch the inner side of right thigh. The angle between the extended right leg and the bent left leg should be a right angle of 90 degrees.
• Stretch the arm forward towards the right foot and hook the big toe with  the thumbs and forefingers.
• Lower the head to the trunk until the chin rest in a hollow between the collar bones just above the breast bone.
• Keep the spine fully stretched and do not allow the right leg to tilt to the right.
• Inhale completely. Tighten the entire abdomen from the anus to  the diaphragm. Pull the abdomen back towards the spine and also up towards the diaphragm.
• Relax the abdominal tension, then exhale,, again inhale and hold the breath, maintaining the abdominal grip. 1-3 minutes
• Relax the abdominal tension, exhale, raise the head, release the  hands and straighten the bent leg.
• Repeat on the other side, keeping the left leg straight and the right one bent for an equal length of time.

Benefits :

• Person suffering from spleens ailments and from enlargement of prostrate gland will benefit by  staying in this pose.

Shakti Mudra

This Mudra  is in honor of Shakti, the Goddess of life energy.This mudra brings relaxation to the pelvic region.

Formation :

Place thumb of each handing middle of the palm and bend the index and middle fingers on the thumbs loosely. Join the little finger and ring finger of each hand to the  corresponding fingers of other hand.

Effect :

There is a calming effect on the pelvic region because of the bent thumbs, index and middle fingers.

Benefits :

• Creates a pleasant relaxation in the pelvic region.
• Counteracts spasms in the intestine and menstrual pains.
• Relieves prostrate gland problems.

Increases the dept of respiration in the lower chest area.

Helps fall sleep at night

Slow urination is rectified..

Head To Knee Forward Bend Pose Janu Sirsasana (जानुशीर्षासन )

Benefits :

• Persons suffering from enlargement of prostrate gland will benefit by staying longer in this pose. They should practice this asana along with Sarvangasana.
• The pose is also recommended  for people suffering from low fever for a long time.
• It is an excellent asana to increase flexibility of the hamstring muscles , back, thigh, hip joint, arms and the shoulders.
• This asana tones the liver and the spleen and thereby aids digestion.
• It also tones and activates the kidneys, the effect on which can be felt while one is performing the pose.

Garuda Mudra

God Vishnu rides on the Garuda, the eagle. Eagle is Vishnu's vehicle, king of birds and enemy of snakes. This bird has an enormous wing span and tremendous strength in the wings. It flies with the wings effortlessly carried by wind.. The mudra resembles bird eagle.

Garuda Mudra is named after the king of birds eagle. Eagle is known for its discipline  this mudra brings these qualities to practitioners.

Besides, this mudra will fuel up energy and inspiration within you. It’s especially intended for balancing the air or Vata dosha in the body. The deficiency of Vata makes you feel lethargic, , and irritable.

To perform Garuda mudra, interlock the thumbs with extended fingers, and open palm towards you. This hand gesture can be observed while practicing Garudasana (eagle Pose) . The body gets revitalized and blood flow is activated by keeping hands in this position.

Formation ; Clasp the thumbs and place the right hand on top of the left hand like Namaste. Place the mudra in the pelvic region and inhale / exhale with long breaths for 10 minutes.

Then place this mudra in naval region and repeat inhalation / exhalation 10 times.

Then bring the hands ion the sternum and repeat the exercise 10 times. Spread the palms and fingers like  the wings of Garuda and inhale 10 times.

Effects :

The fire elements becomes powerful as the thumbs are entangled. As this mudra is placed on three regions of the body, all important organs like kidneys, stomach , heart, and lungs get energized. When the hands open like wings , both sides of the body gets equal blood circulation.

Benefits :

• This mudra empowers vital organs  of elimination, digestion, respiration, and blood circulation.
• It subsides and the problem related to  the prostrate glands are resolved.

Janu means knee, Sirsa is the head.