Abstract

[...]detailed study with large sample size, blood pressure monitoring and in well-trained individuals will provide more information. [9] Performing Sukha pranayama for 5 min reduced HR and blood pressure (BP) in hypertensive patients, possible mechanism can be normalization of autonomic cardiovascular rhythms because of increased vagal modulation and/or decreased sympathetic activity and improved baroreflex sensitivity. [...]the study was planned with an aim to understand physiological changes before, during and after yogic relaxation technique. MATERIALS AND METHODS Ethical approval for the study was obtained from the Institute Ethics Committee, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi. 18 participants both male and female aged 18-45 years (31.94 ± 7.64) who had not previously used yogic relaxation technique were participated.

Details

Title
Physiological changes during yogic relaxation practices
Author
Mirdha, Meena 1 ; Vishwakarma, Lal Chandra 2 ; Sharma, Hanjabam Barun 2 ; Mallick, Hruda Nanda 2 

 Department of Physiology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bathinda, Punjab, India 
 Baldev Singh Laboratory for Sleep Research, Department of Physiology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India 
Pages
943-947
Section
RESEARCH ARTICLE
Publication year
2022
Publication date
2022
Publisher
Association of Physiologists, Pharmacists & Pharmacologists
ISSN
23204672
e-ISSN
22313206
Source type
Scholarly Journal
Language of publication
English
ProQuest document ID
2688601722
Copyright
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