5 Yoga Poses To Ease Migraine Pain

Written by: Deepa Sarkar Reviewed by: Dr. Deepak Soni

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Child’s Pose

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Downward-Facing Dog

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Forward Bend

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Seated Forward Bend

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Legs-Up-The-Wall Pose

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