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7 Yoga Asanas To Combat Migraine Pain

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This is an effective yoga asana that relaxes the whole body and calms the brain, including the head. It also reduces stress and anxiety

bridge pose

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‍Lying down in the corpse pose relaxes and rejuvenates the entire body. This releases migraine pain and allows better oxygen flow to the brain

corpse pose

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This yoga asana relieves tension in the upper body and boosts blood flow and circulation. This also improves oxygen to the brain, which eases headache pain

cat-and-cow pose

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In this posture, the oxygenated blood flows to the brain in a rejuvenating effect that relieves headaches

downward facing dog

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In this posture, too, the blood flows in the opposite direction—towards the brain, which might help in relieving headaches

legs-up-the-wall

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This yoga pose helps to release tension in the neck, shoulders, and upper back, which are common areas of discomfort during migraines

forward fold

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This posture is perfect for releasing tension from the upper body. It opens up the shoulders, back, and spine, improving blood flow to the head and relieving migraines and headaches

child's pose

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