It is helpful for worldly and heavenly attainments. Rudraksha is known for its biomedical properties and in controlling stress, hypertension and blood pressure. Wearing Rudraksha beads has several benefits. Wearing Rudraksha brings the grace of Lord Shiva upon you. It surrounds you with positive vibrations. Rudraksha will shield you from negative forces. They are used for different purposes. The number of faces a bead can have varies from a single face up to 21 faces. Usually the beads are strung together as a mala/ Bracelet.