Scoliosis is a condition of the spine that results in a sideways curvature. Symptoms of scoliosis may include one of your shoulders or hips sitting higher than the other when you stand naturally. Yoga exercises are one way to help alleviate your scoliosis symptoms, according to iScoliosis.com. Consult your physician before you perform any yoga exercises for scoliosis.
Yoga Style Sit-Ups
A yoga sit up starts with you on your back with your feet flat on the floor and your knees bent. Your hands are behind your head, and you should tighten your abs and press your back into the floor before lifting your head and shoulders up. As you lift your upper body, also lift your feet up so your legs are at about 90 degrees.
Hands and Knees Extended Table
The extended table starts with you on your hands and knees on the floor. Extend your left leg straight back behind you and your right arm straight ahead at the same time. Balance on your right knee and left hand as you lift the other two up and hold briefly. Switch and do the other side.
The Dolphin
The dolphin yoga exercise starts on your hands and knees, then you move down to your forearms and up on the balls of your feet. Your hips are up in the air, and you should either look forward or up, depending on your mobility and capabilities. Alternate between the two if you are able. Rest when necessary.
Right Angle Wall Stretch
A good stretch of your spine and back muscles can be done with help from a wall. Place your palms on a wall and take a couple steps backwards. With your feet shoulder-width apart, look down at the floor and bend your body at a 90 degree angle, while keeping your hands on the wall, says the National Scoliosis Foundation. Feel the stretch for several seconds.
Three-part Kitchen Sink or Railing Pull
A three-part pulling stretch can be done with any stationary object that you can hold onto; sinks and railings work well. Grasp onto the sink or railing with an overhand grip and straighten your arms and legs for the first part of the stretch. Bend your body to 90 degrees and look down as you pull. For the second part, move your feet in a little, and bend your knees to 90 degrees while maintaining your grip. For part three, move your feet in a little more, and drop into a squat position as you pull.
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