Inversions, like the Viparita Karani mudra, is effective in counteracting the effects of gravity on our bodies. By helping to drain the venous system, these poses benefit the lower extremities, which collect bodily fluids and blood from various daily activities such as standing, walking, sitting, exercising, and even lying down. This accumulation occurs due to the constant pull of gravity.

Due to its decompressing effect to the lower extremities, Inversions can help alleviate prolapse of the abdominal walls and internal organs (visceroptosis), hernia, hemorrhoids and varicose veins. From experience, inversions can swiftly stimulate digestive functions, thus resolves constipation, bloatedness and acid reflux – almost instantaneously.