Pranayama

Pranayama and it's effect, ( paranayama )
type of pranayama.
Mechanics of breathin.
common benefits
pranayama in present scenerio

1. PRANAYAMA 1 Presented By Dr. Mukesh Kumar M.D. Scholar

2. PRANAYAMA and it’s EFFECT Presented By Dr. Mukesh Kumar M.D. Scholar DEPARTMENT OF SWASTHVRITTA & YOGA Rani Dulliaya Smriti Ayurved PG College & Hospital, Bhopal (M.P.) 2

3. Introduction :- “ rfLeu ~ lfr’oklç’okl ;® xZfrfoPNsn%çk.kk;ke % AA ” AA प.यो.- 2/49 AA Fourth step of Ashtanga Yoga Compound word – “ prana ” + “ ayama ” Prana = pra (prefix) + an (to breathe, to live) “ prana ” is life‐force, the cosmic vital energy “ ayama ” means to stretch, expand, control Pranayama is to expand and control prana Breath is a gross manifestation of prana , usually equated with prana In ancient time, to increase longevity, our sages formulate some technique to achieve highest goal of life i.e. renunciation 3

4. Introduction Cont…. Breathing techniques help control prana in different ways. This strengthens the lungs and balances the nervous system, preparing the body to hold the breath [retention]. Practicing pranayama on a regular basis regulates energy flow to the 72 thousand nadis [channels through which consciousness flows] in our body, helping us improve our wellbeing. 4

5. Mechanics of Breathin:- Diaphragm separates the thoracic area from the abdominal area When diaphragm moves down, chest and ribcage expand, bringing in air into the lungs When diaphragm returns to the resting position, air expelled from lungs Three phases of breathing: diaphragmatic, thoracic, clavicular Diaphragmatic breathing most efficient ‐ infants use it naturally Yogic, complete breath exercises all three areas of lungs Compression of abdominal muscles can empty the lungs further 5

6. Components of Breathing :- Pooraka : Breathe in - Inhalation Rechaka : Breathe out – Exhalation Kumbhaka : Hold the air inside the body Bahya Kumbhaka ( Shunyaka ): This is opposite Kumbhaka . Air is exhaled and held at that condition. Prana : Oxygen in general is called Prana . However based on purpose and area in the body, they are called by 5 different names ( Maha Prana ) Prana : From throat to heart Apana : Umblical ( Naabhi ) to toes Vyana : Energy in entire body and its cells. Udana : Throat upwards Samana : In between heart and Umblical ( Naabhi ) 6 AA iÛ ;®Û 2@51AA

7. 7 Inhalation Held in Exhalation Held out Four Phases of Pranayama :-

8. Type of Pranayama:- घेरंड सं f हता के प्राणायाम lfgr % lw;ZHksn’p mTtk;h ’ khryh rFkk A HkfL = dk Hkzkejh ewPNkZ d¢oyh pk"VdqfEHkdk% AA ||घे.स.५/४६|| Sahita Suryabhedana Ujjayi Sheetli Bhastrika Bhramari Murcha Kevali हठ प्रदीपिका के प्राणायाम lw;ZHksnueqTtk;h lhRdkjh ‘’ khryh rFkk A HkfL = dk Hkzkejh ewPNkZ IykfouhR ;"V dqEHkdk% AA ||ह.प्र.२/४४|| Suryabhedana Ujjayi Sheetkari Sheetli Bhastrika Bhramari Murcha Plavini 8

9. Type of Pranayama :- ( Mattra & Kala) STAGES POORAKA KUMBHAKA RECHAKA Uttama 20 80 40 Madhyama 16 64 32 Adhama 12 48 24 9 ||घे.स. 5 / 54 ||

10. Importance of Pranayama “ pys okrs pya fpÙak fu’pys fu’pya Hkosr ~ A ; ksxh LFkk.kqRoekIuksfr rrks ok;aq fujks?k;sr ~ AA ” ||ह.प्र. 2 / 2 || “ çk.kk;kesu ; qDrsu loZjksx { k;ks Hkosr ~ A v;qDrkH;kl;ksxsu loZjksxleqn ~~ Hko % AA ” ||ह.प्र. 2 / 16 || 10

11. Surya bhedana Pranayama Method BENEFITS : This is also seasonal pranayama by doing this body temperature rises during the winter season this is to be done and, whenever we are suffering from cold it is to be practiced. 11 1 2

12. Ujjayi Pranayama Method Benefit Cures thyroid related problem like snoring. Improves sound quality. Hence very useful for singers and stage performers. Cures sinus related diseases. 12

13. S heetkari P ranayama Method:- Benefits: It cools the body. Good for teeth and gums. and It cures pyorrhea. 13

14. Sheetali Pranayama Method Benefits Cools the body Cures acidity and hypertension Relieves indigestion and disorders of the bile Improves health of eyes and skin Cures tonsillitis. 14

15. Bhastrika Pranayama Method Benefit Cures sinus related diseases like cold, cough, asthma etc. Cures throat related diseases like Thyroid and Tonsils 15

16. Bhramari Pranayama Method Benefit With the practice of this Pranayama the mind becomes steady. It is beneficial in conditions like mental tension, agitation, high blood pressure, heart disease etc. It is also useful for meditation. 16

17. Murcha Pranayama Method Benefit It make the mind inactive or senseless, so it cut off the mind from outer world and helps the practitioner to perform meditation. 17

18. Plavini Pranayama Method Benefit Practitioners of Plavini Pranayama can pass several days without food or water. 18

19. ADVANTAGES OF PRANAYAMA AS A TOOL FOR THERAPY:- Doesn’t require any special equipment Can be integrated into daily life Can be done by most patients Can be done in healthy person Can be teach in shorter time Can be used with other practices Cost effective 19

20. Limitations of Pranayama as a Therapy :- Needs : Regularity Discipline Dedication Determination Comprehension Lack of qualified teachers ( in absence complication can arise like Vatik disorders described in classics.) 20

21. Common benefits :- Pranayama practice increases life. Ex. Breathing system/min life span Dog 30-34 times 12-15 yrs Horse 24-26 times 20-30 yrs Human 12-18 time 80-100 yrs Snake 8-10 time 120-150 yrs Tortoise 4–6 times 300 -500 yrs Provide relaxation to body and mind Improves:- Blood Circulation, Concentration, Digestion, Lungs capacity and Energy levels Beneficial in prevention and management of :- Blood pressure, Stress, Anxiety, Stomach disorders, Hyperacidity Depression, Heart problems, Cancer and so many health issues. 21

22. Pranayama in present scenerio Art of living – Sudarshan kriya Vipasana – awareness to breathing Patanjali ( Baba Ramdev ) – different technique of kapal bhati and Anulom Vilom , Udgeeth pranayama 22

23. Udgeeth Pranayama Method Benefit With the practice of this Pranayama the mind becomes steady, relieves tension and improves concentration power. 23

24. KAPALBHANTI Method Benefit Obesity, diabetes, constipation, acidity etc. 24

25. CONCLUSION :- Pranayama is a technique or process for stilling of mind. By performing pranayama , one can achieve healthy body and mind. By increases Prana ( Vital force ) one can enjoy a healthy life ( if seen in present context) and can lead a path for higher level of renunciation. Some rules are there, for performing which should be followed like observance of Yama and Niyama etc. It can be followed as therapeutic procedures in some conditions. 25

26. Refrences :- Hath yogpardipika , Tripathi Harihar Prasad, Chaukhamba Parkashan,Varanasi Gherand Samhita , Sharma Raghwa Raghuvendra , Chaukhamba Sanskrit Partisthan , Delhi Light on the yoga sutras of patanjali , B.K.S.Iyengar , Harper Collins Publishers limited, London Light on Pranayama , B.K.S. Iyengar , Harper Collins Publishers limited, London Paranayama , Vivekananda kendra prakashan trust, Chennai 26

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