Finger mudras

1. Five Fingers for Five Elements * Thumb Fire * Index Air * Middle Aakash * Ring Earth * Little Water Finger's Magic The physical body is made up of five elements namely - Air, Water, Fire, Earth and Aakash (ether - the tiny intercellular spaces in the human body). Imbalance of these elements disrupts the immunity system and causes disease. Deficiencies in any of these elements can be made up by connecting one part of the body with another in a particular manner through Mudras . When a finger representing an element is brought into contact with the thumb, that element is brought into balance. Therefore the disease caused by the imbalance is cured. Mudras start electromagnetic currents within the body which balance various constituting elements and restore health. The joining of fingers creates an effect on the human body.

2. When to do? Can be practiced at all times while sitting, lying, standing, walking or even talking. For good results should be practiced for 24 minutes continuously OR can be practiced for 4-5 minutes also at one time every day for lifetime diseases free. If a mudra cannot be made in both hands, you may do it in one hand only Often mudras will provide instant relief with lots of different ailments. Mudras not only work on your body, they also work on your mind. Rebalancing the body to its natural healthy state. Improvement in your general health will be noticed after doing Mudras on a regular basis. Mudras can work within seconds of applying the hand position or sometimes within 45 minutes. However, be prepared to do the postitions on a regular basis for stubburn ailments that may require more work

3. Method Join the tips of the index finger and thumb and keep the other 3 fingers stretched and joined Gyan Mudra Uses include: Mental Peace Concentration Sharp Memory Spirituality Insomnia Mental Disorders Stress Depression Drowsiness Develops telepathic ablilities Developes clairvoyant and extra-sensory ablilities Gyan Mudra Effective in cases of mental ailment, imparts happiness, the intellect develops, memory is sharpened.

4. Shunya Mudra Relief in diseases and pains relating to the ear. Method Press the middle finger on the base of the thumb and keep the thumb on middle finger. Keep the other three fingers straight. Akash Mudra : For Ear problems Uses include: Earache Deafness Vertigo Numbness in the body

5. Hraday Mudra : For Asthma, and Respiration related diseases Apaan Mudra Helps in clearing the body by elimination of waste matter from the mouth, eyes, ears, nose etc. Helps when urine is obstructed, reduces constipation. Method Join the tip of the thumb with the tip of middle and ring finger, keeping the other finger straight. Apan Mudra Description: Place tips of thumb, middle finger and ring finger together in each hand. (BOTH HANDS) Uses include: Liver Gall Bladder Removes wastes products Toxic release Bladder problems Balances mind Self confidence Patience Serenity Inner Harmony

6. Jal Mudra : This is for Blood purifier and all skin diseases. Varun Mudra Improves the deteriorated quality of blood due to shortage of water & gives freshness to the body. Method Join the tip of the thumb and little finger. Varuna Mudra   Description:  Place thumb down on little finger and keep all remaining three fingers comfortably straight. Uses include: To enhance beauty Removes impurities from the blood Restores moisture to skin Painful cramps Dry skin Blood problems Restores moisture to the body Relaxes muscles ~ cramp Diarrhea and dehydration To enhance beauty

7. Ling Mudra : Headache, Fever etc Ling Mudra Produces heat in the body and helps in curing cold and cough. Method Interlock the fingers of both hands together. Keeping the left thumb up (encircled by right thumb and index finger) i.e. left thumb should be vertically straight and right thumb around it. Linga Mudra Description: Join your palms  in front of your chest and lock the facing fingers together keeping your thumbs upright. Hold for 3 minutes, release and repeat twice. Uses include: Weight Reduction Colds and Coughs Strengthens lungs Digestion Make sure you drink plenty of water as Linga Mudra generates heat in your body.

8. Pachan Mudra : Do only after taking food. It is for Digestive system. Surya Mudra Reduces weight of your body. Method Put the tip of ring finger at the base of thumb, with thumb gently pressing on it.

9. Prithvi Mudra Description:  Place the tip of the ring finger on top of the tip of the thumb. Extend all the other fingers and keep them comfortably straight as possible. (BOTH HANDS) Uses include: Liver Inner stablity Self Assurance Stomach Strengthens body and mind Glowing skin Increases energy Prithvi Mudra Makes body sturdy. One experiences happiness.

10. Apan Vayu Mudra Description: Fold the forefinger to touch the mound of the thumb.  The little finger should be held erect. Then place tips of middle finger and ring finger together on tip of thumb all touching each other. (BOTH HANDS) Uses include: Strengthens heart Emergency first aid for severe heart attack if administered within 2 seconds. Self Confidence Normalises blood pressure Vomiting Menstruation related problems Purifies the entire body

11. Rudra Mudra Description : Place tips of  index finger and ring finger together on top of the tip of thumb, with other fingers extended comfortably. (BOTH HANDS) Uses include: Dizziness Improves blood circulation Brings clarity in thought. Low blood pressure Improves eyesight Improves breathing Controls eating habits Blocked Veins Improves concentration Prana Mudra Helps in pumping the life force into your body. Beneficial for all types of diseases. Imparts special power to the eyes. Method Join the tip of the thumb with tip of little and ring finger. Keeping other two fingers straight.

12. Shankha Mudra Description: The left thumb should be held in the right fist and then the left index finger should touch the right thumb. Uses include: Digestion Thyroid Glands Throat Enhances quality of voice

13. Vayu Mudra   Description:  Place thumb down on index finger and keep all remaining three fingers comfortably straight. Uses include: Rheumatism Sciatica Stiff Neck Knee Pain Gout Joint Pain in hands and feet Paralysis Hysteria Vayu Mudra Helps in diseases like arthritis, trembling in Parkinson's disease. Better results obtained if practices after Prana mudra . Method Press the index finger on the base of thumb and keep the thumb on the index finger. Let the other fingers be straight