Can Yoga cure blood pressure and how. Because generally whenever you approach a doctor regarding this issue immediately he goes ahead with medication and tell the patient lots of things which make the person to go for medication. What can be the remedy

Ans: Yes it can be. If you share more like if its high or low, your age, height weight etc, I can recommend some asanas

Ans: I have already answered this question in detail; please look it up in the previous queries. In terms of postures, it is best when yoga is combined with breathing exercises, so please make time for both. Here are a few options to consider - Child Pose (Balasana), Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana), Legs up the wall pose (Viparita Karani), Corpse Pose (Savasana), Diaphragmatic Breathing (Adham Pranayama), Sectional Breathing (Vibhaga Pranayama), Alternate Nostril Breathing (Anulom Vilom), 4-7-8 breathing and Bhramari. Please note you should always listen to your body and not practice anything that feels uncomfortable. It is also good to check with a physician before starting any new exercise routine.

Ans: High blood pressure and anxiety are common in today’s busy lifestyle. Yoga can be a very safe and natural support to your medical treatment. Since you are a beginner, it’s important to start gently and avoid very strong postures. Yoga works not just on the body, but also on the mind, helping to calm stress, which is one of the main reasons for fluctuating blood pressure.

Some safe and effective yoga asanas for you are:

Shavasana (Corpse Pose): Helps in deep relaxation and reduces stress.

Vajrasana (Diamond Pose): Improves digestion and supports calm breathing.

Balasana (Child’s Pose): Very soothing, helps relax mind and body.

Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose): Good for mild heart opening, improves circulation.

Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend): Helps calm the nervous system.

Along with these, deep breathing practices like Anulom Vilom (alternate nostril breathing) and simple belly breathing are very helpful. However, avoid fast or forceful breathing techniques, as they may increase pressure.

Since you are already on medication, I strongly suggest you learn under the guidance of a qualified yoga coach. Practicing on your own may lead to wrong posture or breathing, which can affect your health.

R. Pushpa, M.Sc (Yoga)
Online Yoga & Meditation Coach
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Ans: Thank you for your query. Yes, physiotherapy can definitely support you in lowering and better managing your blood pressure, especially when people are committed to active life style. Research has shown this quite clearly. For example, a study by Cornelissen and Smart in 2013 found that endurance exercise on its own significantly reduced resting blood pressure, and combining endurance with dynamic resistance training was even more effective. Similarly, another study in 2016 by Macdonald and colleagues highlighted that dynamic resistance training alone can also serve as a therapeutic exercise option for people with high blood pressure. Please visit a physiotherapist who specializes or have good experience in cardiorespiratory care can help with your current workout routine so that you are getting the maximum blood pressure lowering benefit without unintentionally pushing it up, which can sometimes happen with heavy isometric or poorly balanced training. They can guide you in adjusting the ratio of cardio to strength work, progressing your sessions safely, and even adding techniques like deep diaphragmatic breathing and paced breathing exercises, which calm the nervous system and lower blood pressure naturally.

It is very important to remember that your medication is there for a reason. At this stage, you should not stop or reduce it on your own, no matter how disciplined you are with your workouts and diet. The role of physiotherapy and lifestyle interventions is to complement your treatment, not replace it. Over time, as your blood pressure improves and remains stable, your doctor may consider reducing your medication, but that decision has to come from careful medical monitoring. In short, physiotherapy can absolutely play a role in helping you move toward healthier blood pressure levels, but it should work hand in hand with your medical treatment rather than being seen as a substitute. I wish you a healthy and active life.