Salamba Sarvangasana (Supported Shoulderstand)
Salamba Sarvangasana
sah-LAHM-bah SAHR-vahn-GAH-sah-nah
“salamba” = supported
“sarva” = all or whole
“anga” = limb or body
Whole Body Supported Posture
Also known as: Supported Shoulderstand
Heart of Pose
Inversion
Notes
- Called the “Queen” or “Mother” of all
- To avoid putting too much pressure on cervical vertebrae, Ardha Sarvangasana is a milder version where hips are aligned over elbows.
- See Cautions in menu above for neck injury, glaucoma, high blood pressure and other conditions.