Effects of a Holistic Yoga Program on Endocrine Parameters in Adolescents with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Nidhi, Ram; Padmalatha, Venkatram; Nagarathna, Raghuram; Ram, Amritanshu

doi:10.1089/acm.2011.0868

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“…Through the methods of body posture, breathing training, and consciousness meditation, overall well-being could be improved with positive benefits to the nervous system [38], endocrine system [39], cardiovascular system [40], respiratory system [41], and immunity [42]. Few studies have demonstrated the effects of mindfulness and yoga on well-being, somatic effects of stress, immune system and physical symptoms and chronic conditions [43, 44].…”

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Yoga and Mindfulness as Therapeutic Interventions for Stroke Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review

Lazaridou

Philbrook

Tzika

2013

Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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Aim. This paper reports a systematic review and critical appraisal of the evidence on the effectiveness of behavioral therapies such as yoga and mindfulness practices for stroke rehabilitation. Background. The experience of stroke can have a negative impact on both psychological and physical health and on quality of life. Yoga and relevant practices are promising therapies that have been used with patients with a variety of conditions. In order to draw conclusions on effectiveness for stroke patients, the evidence requires systematic assessment. Methods. A comprehensive search of major biomedical and complementary medicine databases was conducted. Relevant research was categorized by study type and appraised according to study design. Results. Five randomized controlled clinical trials and four single case studies were found. Additionally, one qualitative research study was identified. Studies reported positive results, including improvements in cognition, mood, and balance and reductions in stress. Modifications to different yoga practices make comparison between studies difficult, and a lack of controlled studies precludes any firm conclusions on efficacy. Conclusion. Yoga and mindfulness could be clinically valuable self-administered intervention options for stroke rehabilitation. Further research is needed to evaluate these specific practices and their suitability in stroke rehabilitation.

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Yoga and Mindfulness as Therapeutic Interventions for Stroke Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review

Lazaridou

Philbrook

Tzika

2013

Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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“…20,21 Even though one study reported changes in E 2 levels, it was conducted without scientific rigor. Yoga and meditation practices have been correlated with certain hormone variations.…”

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Yoga increased serum estrogen levels in postmenopausal women—a case report

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“…Measures of hormone and immune function have also been explored especially as an adjunct measure to various clinical outcomes (O’Halloran et al, 1985; Walton et al, 1995; Tooley et al, 2000; Infante et al, 2001). Hormonal changes associated with spiritual practices include those to cortisol, noradrenaline, endorphins, sex hormones, and growth hormone (Werner et al, 1986; MacLean et al, 1997; Nidhi et al, 2013; Sooksawat et al, 2013). Again though, these practices were not specifically spiritual.…”

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The neuroscientific study of spiritual practices

Newberg

2014

Front. Psychol.

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The purpose of this paper will be to provide a perspective on the current state of the research evaluating the neurobiological correlates of spiritual practices and review the methodological issues that confront this research field. There are many types of spiritual practices that might be studied including prayer and meditation, as well as unusual practices such as mediumistic trance states, speaking in tongues, and also drug-induced experiences. Current studies have utilized neuroimaging techniques including functional magnetic resonance imaging, single photon emission computed tomography, and positron emission tomography. These studies have helped elucidate the neurobiological mechanisms associated with spiritual practices. Such studies confront unique challenges for scientific methodology including determining the most appropriate objective measures such as neuroimaging studies and physiological parameters, and correlating them with subjective measures that help capture states of spiritual significance. Overall, a neuroscientific study of spiritual practices and experiences has the potential to provide fascinating data to further our understanding of the relationship between the brain and such phenomena.

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Effects of a Holistic Yoga Program on Endocrine Parameters in Adolescents with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Abstract: A holistic yoga program for 12 weeks is significantly better than physical exercise in reducing AMH, LH, and testosterone, mFG score for hirsutism, and improving menstrual frequency with nonsignificant changes in body weight, FSH, and prolactin in adolescent PCOS.

Cited by 51 publications

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Yoga and Mindfulness as Therapeutic Interventions for Stroke Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review

Yoga and Mindfulness as Therapeutic Interventions for Stroke Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review

Yoga increased serum estrogen levels in postmenopausal women—a case report

The neuroscientific study of spiritual practices

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