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Have you heard of reflexology? Zone therapy specializes in pressing certain points on the hands, where massaging individual points leads to the treatment of certain ailments or the support of particular organs in the human body. Its effectiveness is proven by several studies and lately this alternative method of treatment has become increasingly popular. The advantage is that you can perform this self-treatment on yourself almost anywhere, so it can therefore be very effective. Try these finger and hand positions on yourself to uncover the secrets of their connection with organs and to find out what each exercise affects.
SURYA Mudra
When the pad of the thumb is pressed against the bent ring finger and the first joint, the effectiveness of slimming increases and digestion is supported. It is also an excellent exercise for vision problems. The position can also be very useful for individuals who suffer from cardiovascular disease and have problems with blood circulation.
Prithvi Mudra
Of the four elements this hand position combines the energy of Earth and Fire. The Earth element affects the health and development of tissues and muscles, and also helps eliminate inflammations. Fire is responsible for the smooth functioning of metabolism and material exchange, while also helping to heal inflammatory muscle tissues.
VAAYU Mudra
A bent thumb on a bent index finger has a calming effect on the body, improves the supply of oxygen to the body, thereby increasing the feeling of calm. It also reduces stress tension, as well as aggression.
Shunya Mudra
The position of the bent thumb over the bent middle finger will help relieve almost any pain. It relaxes the whole body, treats earaches, and also helps with dizziness or a feeling of numbness in some parts of the body.
Gyan Mudra
Touching the pads of the thumb and index finger has a positive effect on memory and creativity; moreover, pressure on these points develops mental skills.
Varun Mudra
Pressing the tip of the thumb and the pad of the little finger helps with arthritis, hormonal disorders or impending dehydration.
Aakash Mudra
How to detoxify the body, refresh the mind and release tension? By pressing the pad of the ring finger on the tip of the thumb with the nail bed.
