37 JOINT MUDRA
TECHNIQUE:-
Right hand: Thumb and ring finger together.
Left hand: Thumb and middle finger together.
Do as needed, or four times a day for 15 minutes.
HEALING EFFECTS:-
In case of illness, the mudra should be held six times a day for 30 minutes. This mudra balances energy in your joints. It is very good for knees when it is sore after a hike, especially walking down mountains, or when worked too long at the computer and have an unpleasant feeling of elbows.
There are many dynamic yoga exercises you can use to help against joint pain. A wonderful exercise for all the joints is the Little Bear (see illustration).
It is important to do the circles very loosely and slowly. Slow down the flow of your breath when you do the movements.
Lie on your back, draw your chin in slightly, and hug your knees. Then move the legs and arms into a vertical position.