What Causes Tightness in the Thoracic Cavity, and Can Ayurveda Help? - #15050
For the past few months, I’ve been feeling an unusual tightness in my chest. It’s not exactly pain, but more like a constant pressure in the middle of my torso. Sometimes it feels like my thoracic cavity is restricted, and I can’t take a full deep breath. At first, I thought it might be anxiety or stress, but even on days when I feel calm, the tightness in my thoracic cavity doesn’t go away. Could this be related to posture? I work long hours at a desk, and I’ve noticed my shoulders are often hunched forward. Could poor posture cause tightness in the thoracic cavity, or is this more of an internal imbalance? I’ve also had occasional acid reflux, so I’m wondering if my thoracic cavity tightness could be connected to digestion. Does Ayurveda link the thoracic cavity to certain doshas or digestive imbalances? If Ayurveda has a way to relieve this tension and open up the thoracic cavity, I’d love to know more about it. Are there specific breathing exercises, herbal remedies, or postural corrections that can help?
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