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Thread the Needle pose. Table top twist. A prone twist with one arm threaded under the body and the shoulder resting on the ground. Commonly used as a counterpose or gentle stretch after backbends and seated twists, it helps release tension in the upper back and shoulders. It is part of the reclining twist family and practiced bilaterally to balance both sides. Known as parsva balasana in Sanskrit, it involves alternating left and right side variations.

Has Side Direction: Yes

Defining limb: Not set

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thread thread needle parsva balasana

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