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Introduction

The ability to cough is an important part of normal lung function. Coughing from time to time helps clear particles and secretions from the lungs and helps to prevent infection. However, sometimes a cough can become a chronic condition that requires a medical evaluation. Chronic cough is usually defined as a cough that lasts for eight weeks or longer. It is a very common problem, and is one of the most common symptom for which patients see a healthcare provider. Although chronic cough is usually not serious, it can be associated with a variety of unpleasant effects, including physical exhaustion, self-consciousness, insomnia, headache, dizziness, muscle strain, hoarseness, excessive perspiration, and leakage of urine during coughing.

Based on extrapolation from epidemiologic data, the common cold is believed to be the single most common cause of acute cough. The most likely mechanism is the direct irritation of upper airway structures. It is also clear that viral infections of the upper respiratory tract that produce the common cold syndrome frequently produce a rhinosinusitis.The common cold is one of the most common infectious diseases of humankind. Adults in the United States experience two to four colds per year. Some common causes of chronic cough include asthma, allergic rhinitis, sinus problems (for example sinus infection), and esophageal reflux of stomach contents. In rare occasions, chronic cough may be the result of aspiration of foreign objects into the lungs (usually in children).

Chronic Cold and Yoga

Yogis have been contributing to the science of breathing from time immemorial. Correct breathing patterns, diaphragm breathing and various stretches and spinal movements can help develop the muscles of the torso, legs, arms, shoulders and neck as well as the breathing muscles per se.A comprehensive yoga program can have a salutary effect on general health and respiratory health and thereby help increase a person's ability to perform activities of daily living.

Yoga helps by balancing the body's energy systems or nadis, and by throwing light upon the deeper mental impressions and blockages which arise simultaneously with the symptoms. Yoga which deals with an alround development of an individual helps in the prevention of cold and boosts the immune system. Practice of yoga also helps in reducing high levels of cortisol, the stress hormone, in the body that increases the vulnerability to infections. Deep breathing exercises or pranayama helps in absorbing more oxygen into the lungs, which helps in alleviating cold and cough.

YOGA POSES FOR CHRONIC COLD AND COUGH

Mountain Pose

The Mountain Yoga Pose promotes the experience of stillness, strength, relaxed power, and immovable stability associated with mountains. This yoga posture, and coming back to this stillness after other poses, is one of the ways of becoming acquainted with stillness.

Triangle Pose

In Hindu art, the triangle is a potent symbol for the divine principle, and it is frequently found in the yantras and mandalas used for meditation. The Trikonasana or Triangle Pose concludes the Yoga Postures in our basic session.

Stand Spread Leg Forward Fold

Practicing the Standing Spread Leg Forward Fold can strengthen and stretch your inner and back legs and your spine. People with lower back problems should avoid doing the full forward bend. For beginners, you may use props like a folding chair to support your forearms.

Warrior Pose

The Warrior Pose stretches and strengthens the arms and legs, increases stamina, improve balance and concentration, and can also relieve backaches. If you are suffering from diarrhea, high blood pressure or neck problems, you should take extra caution practicing this pose.

Lotus Yoga Pose

The Lotus Yoga Pose is usually done in Meditation. It is a classic seated posture which strengthens your ankles and knees, enhances concentration, and improves flexibility of your legs. Know how to perform the Lotus Pose in this section.

Boat Posture

Perform the Boat Pose to strengthen your abdominal area and hip flexor, tone muscles in the midsection, improve digestion, and relieve stress. You can use a Yoga Strap to aid you in holding the pose longer or if you cannot keep your legs straight.

Fish Pose

Doing the Fish Pose relieves stiffness of the neck and shoulder muscles and improves flexibility of your spine. It is the counter-pose of the Shoulder stand. Hold the Fish Pose for at least half the amount of time you spent in the Shoulder stand in order to balance the stretch.

Locust Pose

If the Cobra Pose works mainly on the upper back, the Locust Pose targets the lower part. This posture also strengthens the abdominal area, arms, and legs. Another thing that makes it different from many poses is that it entails rapid movement. Check out how it is done in this section.

Bow Pose

The Bow Pose resembles an archer's bow. It strengthens the muscles in the back area, improves posture, and helps in dealing with several gastrointestinal problems. Take note that this Yoga Pose is not for people who are suffering from serious neck or back injury.

Cat Pose

The Cat Yoga Pose teaches you to initiate movement from your center and to coordinate your movement and breath. These are two of the most important themes in Yoga practice. Keep in mind that the Cat Pose may not be advisable if you have any chronic or recent back pain or injury.

Wind Relieving Pose

The term Pavanamuktasana comes from the Sanskrit word 'pavana' which means air or wind and 'mukta' which means freedom or release. The Wind Relieving Pose works mainly on the digestive system. Specifically, it helps in eliminating excess gas in the stomach.

YOGA ASANAS AND CHRONC COLD

MATSYASANA

Matsya is a Sanskrit word that means fish so that Matsyasana also referred to as "fish" pose. It is a Hatha yoga pose. It is a counter-pose to Sarvangasana and thus is normally done after Sarvangasana. Unlike other asana that imitate the poses of creatures they're named after, Fish Pose doesn't actually look like a fish. Instead, it's said that if performed this pose in water, the person can float like a fish hence the name Matysasana.

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SHALABHASANA

This asana helps to relieve arthritis and rheumatism. It strengthens the whole body, particularly the lungs, abdominal organs, sciatic nerves, prostate glands and the kidneys. It also provides relief in cases of diabetes, constipation, dyspepsia, bronchitis, etc.

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DHANURASANA

This asana strengthens the abdomen, especially around the navel, and the chest muscles. It improves the flexibility of the arms, shoulders, thighs, legs, lower back and abdomen. The spine also becomes healthy and strong. It is good for relieving flatulence, constipation and menstrual irregularities. It also prevents sterility.

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PASCHIMOTTANASANA

Paschimottanasana, the seated forward bend, is the fifth of the 12 basic postures of hatha yoga. There are many benefits of this posture; the main and most obvious one is to provide a complete stretch of the entire backside of the body from the back of the head through the heels. In one continuous movement, almost all the posterior muscles get fully stretched and relaxed. This helps to improve the functions of the abdominal organs and sets right respiratory disorders. It also helps to improve memory.

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USHTRASANA

The word "ushtra" refers to "Camel". In this asana, the body resembles the neck of a camel, that's why it is called 'Ushtrasana'.This asana expands the lungs to their maximum capacity and develops the ribcage. The elasticity of the diaphragm also improves.

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