Yoga for Women Health Problems

From puberty (onset of the menses) until menopause a women’s reproduction system under goes many cyclic changes. The cyclic changes are related to the changes in the endometrium (inner lining of the uterus), breast, ovaries, vagina, hormone secretions, and even emotional attitudes.

The cyclic reproduction changes of the female are marked by menstruation, during which some cells, unclotted blood from ruptured blood vessels, other fluids and uterine endometrium are released through the cervix and vagina. Each menstrual cycle occurs about every 28 days and last for 4 - 5 days.


The menstruation occurs 12 to 14 days after the ovum is released from the ovary (ovulation), about once in four weeks. The periodicity of cycle varies with individuals. After fertilization, menstruation ceases and it is the first indication of pregnancy.

The disorders of the female reproductive system are frequently involved in the menstrual disorders. Some of them are: Amenorrhoea, Secondary amenorrhoea, Dysmenorrhoea, Abnormal Uterine Bleeding and Premenstrual Syndrome

Various Yogic Exercises are recommended to Overcome the above disorders.

Svastika Asana
Padma Asana
Vira Asana
Gomukha Asana
Paschimothan Asana
Baddha-kona Asana
Sirsha Asana

Note: You must always exercise these asanas, by keeping your basic health in check; Incase your health practitioner has warned you not to do any exercise / asana, you must always abide by the same. We would not be responsible for any physical injury caused due to your not following your doctor's advise