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Sexual Dysfunctions Sex plays an important role in shaping human lives, for sustained harmony and well-being. The sexual excitement refreshes the body, mind and contributes to the mental growth. It influences every cell, organ, physical and chemical process, including the nervous system. Sexual activity needs complete concentration and relaxation. It should not be performed in haste. Sexual dysfunctions are more common with modern age people because of faulty lifestyle, over-occupied schedule and paradox dietary patterns tern. Impotence Impotence means inability to maintain erection for penetration or an erection without sufficient rigidity for vaginal penetration. If it happens regularly, may ruin both the partners. Symptoms of erectile dysfunction • Erectile dysfunction from the very beginning, but it is rare. • Erection is normal but fails on one or more occasions in between normal activity. • Dysfunction is continuous and serious form with poor prognosis . A man with erectile dysfunction has either a problem getting an erection or difficulty maintaining one. This usually interferes with sexual activity by preventing penetration during intercourse. Erectile dysfunction can occur suddenly or gradually. Some men slowly lose the firmness of their erections or how long the erections last. In other men, especially those whose impotence is largely caused by psychological factors, the problem may occur unpredictably and can improve at any time. Despite their difficulties with erections, men with impotence often continue to have normal orgasm and ejaculation. Your doctor will perform a general physical examination, including an examination of your penis and testes, to look for evidence of underlying medical problems. Your blood may be tested for blood sugar (to rule out diabetes), cholesterol and levels of certain hormones. Occasionally, a doctor may order additional tests, such as a nocturnal penile tumescence study. This is a way to assess how often you get erections while you sleep. A Doppler ultrasound of the blood vessels in the penis is another test that will occasionally show a cause for poor erections. Causes of erectile dysfunction • Psychological illness like depression • Tiredness and fatigues • Alcohol abuse • Therapeutic use of estrogens • Paralysis • Parasymphethetic nerves by drugs • Diabetes • Abuse or misuse of the sexual organism. • Anxiety • Glandular deficiencies • Infectious diseases Erectile Dysfunction And Yoga Erectile dysfunction, also called impotence, means that a man's penis doesn't get hard enough to have intercourse. The man cannot get or maintain an erection (Erectile dysfunction is not the same as premature ejaculation, retarded ejaculation or infertility.) The major causes of erectile dysfunction include: Vascular (blood vessel) disease - Because erections are caused by the buildup of blood in the shaft of the penis, poor blood flow in the penis can result in problems with erections. Damage to blood vessels can be caused by hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis) or damage to blood vessels from trauma. Vascular disease is believed to be the most common medical cause of erectile dysfunction. Nerve damage (neuropathy) - Nerves must be working normally for a man to be able to get and keep an erection. Nerve damage can result from diabetes, multiple sclerosis, prostate surgery or damage to the spinal cord. Psychological factors - Sexual problems sometimes are caused by psychological issues such as depression, anxiety, guilt or fear. At one time, psychological factors were thought to be the major cause of erectile dysfunction. Doctors now know that physical factors are present in most men. However, embarrassment or "performance anxiety" can make a physical problem worse. Erectile dysfunction caused only by psychological causes is found most commonly in young men. Medications - Many medications cause problems with sexual function, including drugs prescribed for high blood pressure, depression, heart disease and prostate cancer. Hormonal problems - Abnormal levels of certain hormones, such as testosterone, thyroid hormone and a pituitary hormone known as prolactin, can interfere with erections and sex drive (libido). This is an uncommon cause of erectile dysfunction. Treatment There are many effective treatments for erectile dysfunction. Currently, the most popular option is sildenafil (Viagra), which is taken in pill form on an empty stomach about one hour before sexual activity. It works in approximately 70 percent of men. (It is less effective in men with neurological causes of erectile dysfunction such as prostate surgery, diabetes and spinal-cord injury.) Sildenafil can cause minor side effects such as flushing and headache, but it has been shown to be safe in most men, including those with heart disease. Psychological therapy such as counseling, behavioral therapy or couples' therapy can be effective in men whose impotence is caused primarily by psychological factors. Yoga considers that most diseases are due to insufficient life force, either in the body as a whole, or a blockage of life force to one part of the body. When the whole body has lowered life force, the result is a lowered vitality level, poor health and susceptibility to infection Yoga provides one of the best means of self-improvement and attaining one's full potential KHANDASANA Kanda means a bulbous root, a knot. The Kundalini sleeps above kanda (the place near the navel where the nadis unite and separate). It gives Mukti (emancipation) to the yogins and bondage to the fools. He who knows her knows yoga. 1. Sit on the floor with the legs stretched straight in front. Bend the knees, widen the thighs, bring the feet towards the trunk until the heels are close to the perineum and keep the knees on the floor. The position is similar to Baddhakonasana. 2. Hold the right foot with the right palm and the left foot with the left palm. 3. With the help of the hands, draw the feet up towards the trunk, invert the ankle, pull the knees and thighs, and place the heels and the outer sides of the feet against the navel and 4. 5. 6. 7. chest. To start with the feet are likely to slip down. Practice the pose for a few weeks, holding the feet firmly against the chest. Release the hands, and either stretch the arms straight and rest the back of the hands on the knees or join the palms in front of the chest. Keep the back erect and stay I n the pose for about 30 seconds with deep breathing. Advanced pupils may raise the hands, palms together, above the head. Then try to join the palms behind the back and balance: this is the most difficult part of the asana. Hold the feet with the hands, lower them to the floor and rest. As the pelvic and other joints of the legs are rotated it takes a long time to master the pose. Sarvanga Asana or the shoulder stand 1. Lie in a supine position with your palms on the floor close to the body and toes touching. 2. Inhale and simultaneously lift both your legs without bending the knees. 3. Now, putting pressure on both your palms, lift your body as much as possible. Try to keep it straight. 4. Keep at it for a few seconds and then return to the original position by first bending your knees and then slowly lowering your body back to the floor. The benefit of this posture is that it reverses the blood flow influencing its flow into the tissues, cells and organs. Supine head knee posture 1. Sit upright with your legs straight in front. 2. Fold your right leg at the knee and place the heel firmly placed under left thigh. 3. Take a deep breath and bend down over your left leg as you slowly exhale. Grab the toes with your fingers and bring your head as close to the knee as possible. 4. Stay in the pose for a while and then restore your body back to the original position. 5. Do not bend your knee at any time. This pose is very effective in that it enhances the working of the reproductive organs. Effect Every muscle below the navel is exercised. The pose cures stiffness in the hip, knee and ankle joints. It restores sexual energy and controls sexual desires. The asana also exercises the Svadhisthana Chakra (the hypo gastric plexus) and the Manipuraka Chakra (the solar plexus), thus helping proper digestion. GOMUKHASANA It awakens Kundalini shakti which enters the mouth of sushm. It stimulates blood circulation making the body energetic and the mind peaceful. This asana curves rheumatism, arthritis, constipation; piles excite is good for reducing fat on arm, stomach and thighs. Steps Inhaling slowly through the nostrils bring right hand to the back. Bend it at the right elbow and then raise the back of the palm up towards the neck. In this process the back of the palm is pressed against the spine. The fingers of the right hand face upwards. Now raise left hand upwards bending at the elbow and put the left palm on the left shoulder. Then, first try to touch the fingers of the left hand with the right hand. If there is any difficulty in touching the fingers to some individuals, they should try as much as possible and then stay there. Try to raise the elbow of the left hand straight upwards (with the lock). Breathe normally. This is a Gomukhasana. Retain this locked position for about 30 sec. You can either hold the posture while the breath is held or you can try holding the posture while breathing gently through the nostrils. If you choose to breath, then hold the posture for thirty seconds to a minute. While releasing the posture, loosen the grip on the fingers and then unlock the fingers gradually. Then slowly bring both the hands on the thighs and rest. VAJRASANA Vajrasana makes the body exceptionally strong and healthy. Vajra means thunderbolt in Sanskrit. During this asana, feel the sensations in the body as you move them. Do the Movement slowly and in a relaxed manner. Inhale and exhale slowly. While drawing the abdominal region inwards and expanding the chest, focus the attention on these body parts. The way the muscles move must be felt. Relax before, during and after the yoga posture. Steps With knees, ankles and big toes touching the ground, take a kneeling position. One should sit on the heels and place palms on the knees. The Spine should be erect and breath should be deep. Draw the abdominal region inside and expand the chest. MANDUKASANA Mandukasana or the Frog pose is suitable for improving the flexibility of the legs especially the thigh muscles. This yoga posture gets its name from Sanskrit word Manduka means frog; the person performing it resembles Frog thus the name Mandukasana. Steps Take the posture of Vajrasana, fold your palms into fists and place them next to your navel. While Exhaling, gradually bend forward without raising your hips and rest the abdomen and fists over the thighs. Retain the posture for some time and while inhaling, return to normal position and relax. SUPTAVAJRASANA Supta" means "asleep" in Sanskrit. "Supta Vajrasana" is lying down supine in Vajrasana.The importance of Supta Vajrasana lies in the fact that it exerts pressure on the utero-abdominal and genitourinary organs. This gives a better muscular tone and brings in a fresh supply of blood to the abdominal viscera, particularly to the kidneys, liver, pancreas and bowels. It stimulates the adrenal glands through pressure in the small of the back. In the final position, the muscles of the spine, abdomen, pelvis, thighs and legs are stretched fully which tones them up. Steps Sit in Vajrasana. Lean back slowly from the waist with the support of your elbows till your head, shoulders and back touch the ground in easy stages without raising your knees from the floor or changing the position of the legs. Allow your back to come close to the ground and lie supine. Cross the arms and place the palms beneath the opposite shoulders so that the crossed wrists serve as a cushion for the head. Keep the knees together and touching the ground. Close your eyes. Catch hold of the ankles and return slowly to the starting position in the reverse order with the help of the elbows. PADMASANA While doing any asana, it is very important to be alert and be conscious of what we are doing. Concentration and relaxation play a vital role in the practice of yoga. Padmasana is also called kamalasana, which means lotus. The form of the legs while performing this asana gives the appearance of a lotus. It is the best asana for contemplation. Steps For padmasana sit in the Dandasana (staff pose) with spine straight and legs extended in front of you. Then fold the right knee, put the right ankle on to the left thigh, and then pulls the left ankle over the folded right leg and places it on the right thigh. Take hold of both feet and ease them further in toward your groin, aiming for a balanced, symmetrical position. The head, neck and spine must be straight in Padmasana. Place the hands on the knees with the fingers depicting the holy sign, as in Chin or Jnana Mudra. Close the eyes and concentrate on your normal breathing. Sit in this posture as long as you can. SIDDHASANA Siddhasana is known as the posture of an enlightened personality. In Sanskrit 'Siddha' refers to a person who is spiritually enlightened. This is one of the classic meditative postures. It is generally practiced for its spiritual values. Steps Sit on the floor. Keep your legs stretch straight in front. Bend your left leg while holding the left heel. Place it near the perineum. Place the back of the hands on the knees so that the palms face upward. Join the thumb and tip of index finger of each of the hand. While doing the whole activity keep your spine erect. Put your neck low so that the chin touches the lower part of throat. How yoga helps in erectile dysfunction Certain asanas are highly effective for potency. These as asanas are Dhanurasana, Sarvangasana, and Halasana and Matsyasana. Bandh are beneficial too in case of sexual debility. Home remedies for erectile dysfunction Drugs are hardly effective in impotence, useless and may be dangerous. Diet can play vital role in sexual potency. Fresh fruits diet such as grapes, oranges, apples pear peaches pineapple and melons are quite effective. After one week of fruits diet, one should start balanced diet of seeds, nuts, and grains, vegetables. More focused should be given to rejuvenative foods such as whey, soured milks, particularly made from goat’s milk millet, garlic, honey, vegetable oils and brewer’ yeast. Some specific foods may act like panacea for impotency patients. Garlic is the most important food for such patients. It is natural and harmless aphrodisiac. It is highly useful for sexual debility and impotency patients. Garlic enables the person to gain sexual vigour. Onion is good aphrodisiac food, increases libido and strengthens the reproductory organs. Carrot +honey + half boiled egg increases the sex stamina as it helps to release sex hormones and strengthen the sexual plexus. The root powder of lady’s finger along with milk and misri enhances sexual vigour. Dried dates are highly beneficial for increasing sexual power. Black raisins are useful for restoration of sexual vigour if it taken in the proportion of 30 grams of raisins with 200 ml of milk, three times a day. Proper massage all over the body is highly beneficial in the treatment of impotence as it revives the muscular vigour. Cold hip bath for 7-10 minutes in the morning or evening is good for proper erection. Erectile dysfunction at old stage Sexual potency depends upon good physical, mental health as well as your attitude. Having these characteristics, one may continue sex even in the late stage of life. What is sexual arousal? Sexual arousal happens by stimulated touch, gentle massage, soothing environment, sight and smell and from thoughts; nerve impulses that adjust hormone levels and control muscles and arteries. All these helps to right flow of blood to penis and make it firm. Erectile dysfunction precautions The patient should avoid smoking, alcohol, tea, coffee, and all processed, canned, refined and denatured foods, especially white sugar and white flour and products made there from. Disclaimer: This column just shares the columnist's passion for yoga which is ideally learned under the guidance of an expert.