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{"title":"A Comparison of the Effects of Three Volitional Yoga Breathing Practices versus Two Nonvolitional Breathing Controls on Auditory-evoked Potentials.","authors":"Dipak Chetry, Acharya Balkrishna, Shirley Telles","doi":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_207_24","DOIUrl":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_207_24","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Previous research has suggested that volitional yoga breathing (VYB) facilitates auditory information processing, whereas control nonvolitional breathing has opposite effects.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study investigated auditory middle latency responses (AMLR) in (i) three VYB which vary breath rate differently (i.e., bellows yoga breathing, high-frequency yoga breathing, and bumblebee yoga breathing), and (ii) two control conditions (i.e., breath awareness and quiet rest).</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Fifty healthy participants aged between 18 and 35 years (M:F, 1:1) participated in this study, with assessment in five random order sessions (each 28 min) over 5 consecutive days. AMLR and respiration were assessed before, during, and after each session.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>During the three VYB sessions, there were significant decreases in peak latencies (repeated-measures analysis of variance and preduring post hoc tests). In contrast, during breath awareness, the peak latencies of the Pa and Nb waves increased with no change in latencies during quiet rest.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>The changes in peak latencies suggest VYB facilitated auditory transmission at thalamic and primary auditory cortex levels (based on the neural generators of AMLR components). In contrast, breath awareness was associated with prolonged transmission at primary auditory cortex levels (from Pa and Nb latency changes). Peak amplitude changes suggest neuronal recruitment increased during VYB but not during controls. Hence, irrespective of changes in breathing, VYB enhances sensory transmission, whereas nonvolitional breathing may inhibit it.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>These changes may contribute to the beneficial effects of VYB in cognition and perception, with possible applications in various activities and occupations requiring optimal auditory sensory functioning. Limitations include a focus on experienced practitioners and the examination of short-term effects alone.</p>","PeriodicalId":14436,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Yoga","volume":"18 2","pages":"178-188"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12510423/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145280389","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Unveiling Therapeutic Potential of Yoga Mitigating Oxidative Stress and Mitochondrial Dysfunction in PCOS: A Randomized Controlled Trial.","authors":"Deepika Kumari, Manoj Kumar, Ashish Datt Upadhyay, Neena Malhotra, Reeta Mahey, Vatsala Dadhwal, Tushar Sehgal, Richa Mishra, Rima Dada","doi":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_212_24","DOIUrl":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_212_24","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Hormonal imbalance, mitochondrial dysfunctions, and oxidative stress (OS) have been implicated in the pathogenesis of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and its associated clinical features. A sedentary lifestyle, exposure to air pollutants, prenatal exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals, processed and nutritionally depleted food, rich in trans fats, salts, and sugars, and high BMI specifically in visceral adiposity induce OS. OS damages the mitochondrial DNA, lipids, and proteins that impair mitochondrial function. Sequentially, dysfunctional mitochondria produce more reactive oxygen species that aggravate the OS. Mitochondria is pivotal for ovarian cell functioning for instance steroidogenesis, ovarian follicle development, and energy metabolism. Dysfunctional mitochondria can alter the ovarian follicle functioning leading to ovulatory dysfunction and infertility in PCOS.</p><p><strong>Aims and objectives: </strong>This study is designed to investigate the effect of 12-week yoga practice on endocrine parameters, OS, and mitochondrial health, comparing outcomes in yoga and non-yoga groups.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>A total of 75 participants, 32 PCOS females who completed yoga intervention in the yoga group and 29 in the nonyoga group. Hormonal levels were assessed through an immunoassay, while mitochondrial health markers, such as mtDNA copy number (mtDNA CN), reactive oxygen species, and lipid peroxidation were measured through quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR), chemiluminescence, and ELISA respectively. Gene expression related to mitochondrial integrity, respiratory chain, and inflammation was analyzed via reverse transcription qPCR. Additionally, depression severity was also assessed using beck depression inventory II.</p><p><strong>Result: </strong>The Yoga group showed a significant increase in mtDNA-CN and upregulation of transcripts responsible for maintaining mitochondrial integrity and the mitochondrial respiratory chain. In addition, the post-yoga group shows a reduction in, lipid peroxidation, inflammatory, OS markers, and an improvement in telomere length.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Yoga positively affects hormonal balance, mitochondrial health, OS, and inflammation in women with PCOS. It also alleviates depression symptoms, highlighting yoga as an effective adjunct therapy for managing PCOS. Regular yoga practice could prevent, delay, and help in managing PCOS symptoms.</p>","PeriodicalId":14436,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Yoga","volume":"18 1","pages":"45-57"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12068466/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144012482","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Practices and Techniques of Jal Neti Across Indian Institutions: A Cross-sectional Study.","authors":"Satya Lakshmi Komarraju, Sathyanath Dasrathan, Kajal Gupta, Shivangi Pandey, Shrikanth Muralidharan","doi":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_249_24","DOIUrl":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_249_24","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Nasal irrigation, including the traditional practice of Jal Neti, is increasingly used as an adjunctive treatment for various sinonasal disorders. It enhances mucociliary clearance, reduces mucus contact with irritants, and helps alleviate sinonasal symptoms. Despite its benefits, the practices and techniques vary widely across yoga traditions, necessitating a systematic examination of these differences.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This cross-sectional observational study was conducted at nine renowned yoga and naturopathy institutes in India to document and analyze the diverse practices of Jal Neti. Data were collected through direct interviews with experts, observations, and a review of institutional practices. Parameters studied included water source, purification methods, salt type and measurement, water temperature, and quality testing.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The study revealed significant variations in Jal Neti practices among institutions, influenced by expertise, philosophy, and environmental factors. Water sources ranged from municipal to natural sources such as dams and ground water with purification methods including reverse osmosis and chlorination. Water temperatures varied seasonally, and salt types included rock, sea, and iodized salts, with measurement techniques often subjective. The pH, total dissolved solids, and salinity levels differed, reflecting the influence of local water characteristics. Although consistent water quality testing was observed, the frequency and parameters varied, affecting practice safety and effectiveness.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Jal Neti practices across major Indian yoga institutes exhibit significant diversity in methods, reflecting the individualistic yet systematic nature of this ancient technique. These findings highlight the need for standardized guidelines to ensure safety and efficacy, especially concerning water quality and salt concentration. The clinical relevance of these findings lies in the potential for improving the safety and effectiveness of Jal Neti for sinonasal disorders. Variations in salt types, concentrations, and water temperatures could influence mucosal irritation, symptom relief, and overall therapeutic outcomes. Standardizing these parameters could enhance the consistency and reliability, ensuring better patient outcomes in both traditional and clinical settings.</p>","PeriodicalId":14436,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Yoga","volume":"18 1","pages":"74-80"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12068462/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144018768","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A Comparison of Muscle Activation between Select Standing and Seated-Equivalent Yoga Poses among Healthy Adults.","authors":"Diana Veneri, Raquel DiVincenzo, Madeline Lynch, Christina Sanciangco, Valerie Stein, Keira Tobia","doi":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_132_24","DOIUrl":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_132_24","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>The purpose of this study was to determine muscle activation during four standing yoga poses and their chair equivalent versions.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The approval was obtained from the university's institutional review board committee. Twenty-six healthy adults, 7 males and 19 females, with an average age of 23.73 ± 1.64 years participated. Surface electromyographic was collected using the Noraxon TeleMyo 2400GT. Electrodes were placed over the muscle bellies of bilateral biceps femoris (BF), rectus femoris (RF), external obliques (EOs), and the erector spinae (ES) on the side of the nondominant leg. Subjects performed the 8 poses in random order and held each for 10 s with the dominant leg forward for the 3 asymmetrical poses.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Results of the nonparametric Wilcoxon signed-rank test revealed that muscle activation was significantly greater during standing for all muscles except for the right EO during both extended side angle and goddess pose. Similarly, peaceful warrior demonstrated significantly more activation during standing for all muscles except for the left EO. Warrior I only demonstrated significant differences between left RF and left BF with standing having greater activation. Conversely, goddess pose demonstrated more activation of the left EO and left ES during sitting, <i>P</i> < 0.05.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>Muscle activation was higher in the legs (BF and RF) during the standing poses, and core activation was higher during the seated poses (EO and ES).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This is the first study to compare muscle activation during standing and chair equivalent versions of select yoga poses.</p>","PeriodicalId":14436,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Yoga","volume":"18 1","pages":"38-44"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12068463/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144063731","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Exploring the Impact of Yoga Intervention on Psychological Symptoms in Irritable Bowel Syndrome Patients: A Randomized Controlled Study.","authors":"Diksha Devi, Sandeep Bhattacharya, Sunita Tiwari, Adarsh Tripathi, Kalpana Singh, Sumit Rungta","doi":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_200_24","DOIUrl":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_200_24","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is an extremely prevalent gastrointestinal disorder that has an unfavorable impact on the living standard and IBS-related multiple symptoms. 11%-15% of people worldwide are suffering from IBS. Secondary symptoms such as depression or anxiety are experienced by IBS patients. Yoga practices combined with traditional medical treatment can be a successful therapy for IBS.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>The objective of this randomized control research was to observe the effectiveness of the yoga intervention as an add-on therapy in IBS patients with conventional treatment and its comparison with IBS with conventional treatment as a control.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>The suggested research is an open-blinded, prospective, randomly assigned, single-center, parallel-group, and end-point trial. Patients with IBS who satisfied the Rome Ⅳ criteria for diagnosis were recruited and randomly allocated into two groups: Intervention Group A (Yoga + conventional treatment) and Control Group B (Conventional treatment only). Group A (<i>n</i> = 85) received yoga intervention five times a week for 3 months, and Group B (<i>n</i> = 80) took their prescribed medication without yoga intervention. Psychological symptoms and IBS severity scores before and after yoga intervention were measured and compared with the control group with the help of validated questionnaires: Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Score (DASS-21) and IBS Severity Score, respectively.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The body weight and body mass index after 3 months of follow-up were significantly lowered (<i>P</i> < 0.05) in the yoga intervention group as compared to the control group. The overall severity of IBS after yoga interventions in Group A (259.2 ± 49.9-256.1 ± 48.6, <i>P</i> < 0.01) was significantly reduced than the control group (270 ± 56.6-271.9 ± 54.8, <i>P</i> > 0.05). Moreover, the psychological stress (<i>P</i> < 0.05) and anxiety (<i>P</i> < 0.01) scores were also significantly decreased after 3 months of follow-up in the yoga intervention group. The serum cortisol level was decreased in Group A. However, it could not reach a significant level.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The current study indicates an affirmative result of yoga intervention along with conventional treatment for patients with IBS might be strongly advised.</p>","PeriodicalId":14436,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Yoga","volume":"18 1","pages":"58-66"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12068461/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143966047","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Development and Validation of Integrated Yoga Module for Hypertension.","authors":"K S Nibedita, Suchitra S Patil, Amit Singh, R Nagarathna","doi":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_184_24","DOIUrl":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_184_24","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>Hypertension (HTN), a lifestyle disorder, is characterized by elevated blood pressure and autonomic imbalance.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>There is a bidirectional association between anxiety, depression, and HTN. Studies have reported the beneficial role of yoga in alleviating the symptoms of HTN; however, a validated integrated yoga module (IYM) for HTN is unavailable. The objective of this study was to develop and validate an IYM for HTN. The IYM was prepared after a thorough review of classical yoga texts and publications on yoga/meditation for HTN.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Twenty experienced yoga experts, who fulfilled the inclusion criteria, were selected for validating the content of the IYM.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>A total of 31 practices were included in the IYM, and the experts were requested to rate each practice as (i) not essential, (ii) useful but not essential, and (iii) essential; the content validity ratio (CVR) was calculated using Lawshe's formula. Out of 31 practices, 4 practices had the least CVR ratio (45 for a 20 expert panel) with a mean CVR of 0.68. This IYM for HTN has good content validity.</p>","PeriodicalId":14436,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Yoga","volume":"18 1","pages":"90-93"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12068469/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143967161","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Integrating Yoga in Critical Care Intensive Care Units: A Holistic Approach to Patient, Caregiver, and Intensive Care Unit Staff Well-being.","authors":"Bhavna Gupta, Mohd Shadmaan","doi":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_251_24","DOIUrl":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_251_24","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Intensive care units (ICUs) are high-stress environments where patients, caregivers, and healthcare staff endure significant physical and emotional challenges. For patients, ICU stays often come with anxiety, pain, and confusion, while caregivers experience stress and exhaustion due to prolonged care demands. Healthcare staff face heightened burnout and mental fatigue. Integrating yoga in ICUs presents a holistic approach to mitigating these stressors by fostering physical recovery, mental resilience, and emotional balance. This article examines the benefits, challenges, and practical strategies for incorporating yoga within ICU settings. For patients, breathing exercises and gentle assisted movements can reduce pain, enhance relaxation, and support respiratory function. Caregivers can use yoga practices to strengthen emotional resilience and manage stress. Healthcare staff benefit from mindfulness exercises that alleviate stress and enhance mental clarity, supporting focus and reducing burnout. However, implementing yoga in ICUs involves overcoming barriers such as patient mobility limitations, strict infection control, staff availability, and cultural sensitivities. Suggested strategies include customized bedside yoga for patients, designated yoga spaces for caregivers and staff, and brief guided sessions and resources that accommodate ICU demands. Introducing adaptive yoga practices can transform the ICU environment, providing compassionate support for the well-being of patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers.</p>","PeriodicalId":14436,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Yoga","volume":"18 1","pages":"94-96"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12068458/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144012006","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Evolution of International Journal of Yoga.","authors":"Nandi Krishnamurthy Manjunath, Apar Avinash Saoji","doi":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_92_25","DOIUrl":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_92_25","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":14436,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Yoga","volume":"18 1","pages":"1-2"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12068467/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144015854","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A Systematic Review of Yoga Interventions on the Mental Health of Nursing Professionals and Students.","authors":"Rahul Geeta Arya, Deepsikha Srivastava, B R Divya, Madhu, Hemant Bhargav","doi":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_195_24","DOIUrl":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_195_24","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This systematic review aimed to evaluate the impact of yoga interventions on preventing and alleviating mental health issues, including stress, anxiety, burnout, depression, and other related factors among nursing professionals and students. The review adhered to the PRISMA guidelines and was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42024512366). A comprehensive literature search was conducted in Google Scholar and PubMed using keywords such as \"nursing students,\" \"nursing professionals,\" \"yoga interventions,\" and \"mental health.\" Eligible studies were randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published from 1^st January 2014 to 31^st December 2024, involving nursing population and yoga-based interventions targeting mental health outcomes. The risk of bias was assessed using the CASP tool. The search identified 14 RCTs (967 participants, predominantly female, age range - 18 to 69 years) that met the eligibility criteria. The yoga intervention varied in duration (10 minutes to 1 hour per session), frequency (once to five times weekly), and protocols (Laughter yoga being the most common). Mental health outcomes such as stress, anxiety, burnout, mindfulness, depression, quality of sleep, and life satisfaction were assessed. Most studies reported significant improvements in these outcomes in the yoga intervention groups compared to control groups. Nine studies showed a significant stress reduction, and 3 studies found a decrease in anxiety. No adverse effects were reported, and dropout rates varied between 0% to 52.1%. Yoga was found to be effective in improving mental health and well-being among nursing professionals and students. Yoga mainly reduced stress, anxiety, burnout, and depression, suggesting its potential as a low-cost, accessible intervention for mental health management in this population. Future studies should focus on refining protocols and exploring long-term effects to establish yoga as an integral part of mental health care for nursing professionals and students.</p>","PeriodicalId":14436,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Yoga","volume":"18 1","pages":"13-26"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12068460/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144011645","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Impact of Yoga Intervention on Physical and Mental Health of Adults with Type 2 Diabetes.","authors":"Poongothai Subramani, Anjana Ranjit Mohan, Latha Satish, Swetha Karthikeyan, Pavithra Ravi, Venkatesan Ulagamathesan, Viswanathan Kannikan, Mohan Viswanathan","doi":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_219_24","DOIUrl":"10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_219_24","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aim: </strong>To assess the impact of a yoga intervention on the physical and mental health of adults with type 2 diabetes.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This study was conducted at Madras Diabetes Research Foundation, Chennai, for 6 months. Participants aged 18-65 years, diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), and glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels ranging from ≥7.0% to ≤10.5% were recruited. One hundred and fifty-two participants were randomized in 1:1 ratio to either the intervention or control arm by simple random method. The intervention included structured yoga practice for 35 min, every 2 weeks for a period of 12 weeks, and followed up for 3 months. Participants in the control arm received the standard care for diabetes. Sociodemographic data, anthropometric measurements, and blood samples were collected at baseline and final visit. Standard questionnaires were administered for assessing mental health parameters.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>53 of 76 (70%) participants from the intervention arm and 70 of 76 (92%) participants from the control arm completed the study. The mean age of the participants was 53 ± 7.5 years. The mean duration of diabetes of the participants was 10 ± 6.9 years. HbA1c showed reduction postintervention, but this was not statistically significant compared to control. The intervention group showed statistically significant improvements in depression, stress, cognitive function, and mindfulness compared to the control arm.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Yoga is helpful in reducing depression and stress and enhancing mindfulness and cognitive function in patients with T2DM.</p>","PeriodicalId":14436,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Yoga","volume":"18 1","pages":"67-73"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12068464/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144004958","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}