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Background: Neurological diseases require rehabilitation due to the disabling effects they induce, yet cost and therapist availability make long-term therapy difficult. However, innovative, cost-effective strategies that cater to patients' physical and mental requirements are vital to address this gap in care. Incorporating Yoga into in-patient neuro-rehabilitation holds promise as a complementary approach to enhance physical and mental recovery for individuals in a German neurological rehabilitation hospital.
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September 2024
Department of Yoga, Sant Hirdaram Medical College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences for Women, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India.
There is a global rise of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), causing significant morbidity and mortality. Risk factors of NCDs commonly include drinking alcohol, smoking, eating unhealthy diet, and sedentary lifestyle. The current health-care system faces challenges dealing with them.
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October 2024
Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, CO, USA.
Background: It is well-recognized that maintaining a regular yogic practice is associated with numerous physical and psychological health benefits. However, few studies have explored the possible psychological and neurophysiological mediators through which the component parts of yoga-ethics, breath regulation, postures, and meditation-work to produce salutary effects.
Purpose: To address this gap, we conducted a cluster randomized trial to test the following set of theory-based mechanisms: emotion regulation for ethics, self-control for breath regulation, discomfort and distress tolerance for postures, and mindfulness for meditation.
J Ayurveda Integr Med
August 2024
Faculty of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, SGT University, Gurgaon, India.
Background: Chronic low back pain (CLBP) signficantly affects quality of life and productivity, leading to limitations in mobility, activity, and potential work absenteesim. Yoga and Ayurveda have shown promising evidence in reducing pain, improve function, and enhancing well-being for individuals with CLBP, as demonstrated by numerous studies.
Objectives: The aim of this study is to assess the effect of a 1-week residential integrative approach to yoga therapy.
Curr Probl Cardiol
November 2024
International Institute for Population Sciences, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, 400088. Electronic address:
Introduction: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains a leading cause of mortality and morbidity globally, particularly among older adults. In India, the rapid demographic transition has resulted in a significant increase in the aging population, necessitating a deeper understanding of the factors influencing CVD prevalence. This study examines the association between physical activity and the prevalence of CVD among individuals aged 60 and above.
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