This document provides an overview of past, present, and future yoga research. It discusses early pioneers of yoga research in India who studied the physical aspects. More recent trends include an increased number of randomized controlled trials published in peer-reviewed journals studying both the physical and mental health benefits of various yoga practices. However, challenges remain in fully capturing the multidimensional nature of yoga and avoiding reducing it to isolated physical techniques. The document calls for more basic research focusing on yoga's core concepts and mechanisms beyond just the physical level.
This document discusses Yogic diets and the classification of food according to yoga. It explains that dietary restriction is a vital part of yoga practice and recommends yogic diets for practitioners. It then provides various classifications of food, including classification based on taste, guna (mental qualities), digestion process, nutritional content, chemical composition, and the five elements. It emphasizes that food is the basis of all living beings and glorifies food as the supreme medicine and essence of life according to yoga philosophy.
The document discusses the importance of breathing at three levels - external respiration which is the exchange of gases between the atmosphere and blood, internal respiration which is the exchange between blood and cells, and cellular respiration which uses oxygen to break down glucose in cells. It describes the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system, including how it transports gases to and from the circulatory system. It also discusses pranayama, the science of controlling the life force known as prana through controlling the breath.
UNDERSTANDING OUR PANCHA KOSHA
A Report on the Summer Intensive 2014 Classes at YOGNAT
Every year, the young ones of Pondicherry look forward to the advent of summer when they get their academic holidays and more importantly an opportunity to further their yoga and dance abilities through the May Intensive classes at Yoganjali Natyalayam (YOGNAT). This has been the pattern for the past 20 years and this year was no exception. More than 120 youngsters took part in Shlokam chanting, Yoga theory and practical sessions as well as Bharatanatyam classes conducted under the direction of AMMAJI, Yogacharini Meenakshi Devi Bhavanani. Dr Ananda led the a special programme focusing on the theoretical and practical applications of Pancha Kosha (the five aspects of our existence) as well as special Bharatanatyam lessons imparting skill, stamina and new compositions in collaboration with Yogacharini Devasena Bhavanani.
The document discusses the five koshas or sheaths - Annamaya Kosha, Pranamaya Kosha, Manomaya Kosha, Vigyanamaya Kosha, and Anandamaya Kosha. It describes each kosha from the gross physical body to the subtle causal body. Imbalances in the koshas can lead to physical and mental health issues. Yogic practices like the eight limbs of yoga outlined by Patanjali can help correct imbalances and support progression from the gross to subtle bodies.
The document discusses the concepts of stress and its management through yoga. It proposes a technique called cyclic meditation that combines stimulation and relaxation to manage stress through a holistic lifestyle. The technique uses a series of asanas and relaxation poses to stimulate and relax the body in stages to help release stresses at deeper levels. It describes three relaxation techniques - instant, quick and deep - that involve different poses and levels of support to achieve relaxation.
Pranic healing is an ancient technique that uses life energy or prana to heal the physical body and energy body. It involves manipulating the bioplasmic matter and energy of the patient's body to accelerate self-healing. The energy body comprises the inner and outer aura and becomes disturbed before manifestations in the physical body. Pranic healing works by removing diseased bioplasmic matter and projecting healthy prana or life energy from the healer to cleanse and reenergize the patient.
Patañjali is often regarded as a great saint, who lived most probably in the second – fifth century BCE.
He is the compiler of a great treatise on Yoga, entitled Patañjali’s Yoga Sūtras. He is also regarded as the author of a great commentary on Pāṇini’s Aṣṭādhyāyī, known as Mahābhāṣya, treatise on Sanskrit grammar and linguistics.
He is also credited as the author of a medical text, a commentary on Charaka Samhita, known as Carakavartikka.
Patañjali’s Yoga Sūtras is a great treatise that outlines the art and science of Yoga meditation for Self-Realization.
It is mainly a compilation of a much older oral tradition.
Patañjali divided his Yoga Sūtras into four pāda or chapters. It consists of 196 aphorisms or sutras.
This document provides guidelines for practicing pranayama or breathing exercises. It describes proper locations and times for practice. It also explains important concepts like the five types of prana or life force (prana, apana, vyana, udana, samana) and the three major nadis or energy channels (ida, pingala, sushumna). Specific techniques are outlined for foundational pranayamas like anulom vilom, kapalbhati, and ujjayi. Benefits include purification of the subtle body and curing diseases. Precautions are mentioned for certain individuals.
Meditation, Dhyan and Yoga to improve your memory and logical thinkingDokka Srinivasu
This document summarizes a class on using meditation, yoga, and Indian philosophy to improve memory and logical abilities for exams like the GRE and GMAT. It discusses research on brain functioning and memory, the benefits of positive thinking, different types of meditation techniques involving chakras and mantras, and how nutrition like spices and herbs can enhance cognitive abilities. Case studies are presented on how these methods can help with GRE vocabulary and reading comprehension. The conclusion is that optimizing mental, physical, and psychological well-being through these practices can boost exam scores.
The Gheranda Samhita is a text on yoga that describes over 100 yoga practices classified into categories like kriyas, asanas, mudras, and pranayama. It presents yoga as a gradual process moving from physical practices to spiritual practices through psychological techniques. The text is a dialogue between the teacher Gheranda and student Chandkapali and covers topics like cleansing practices, 32 recommended asanas, 25 mudras, withdrawing the senses, proper pranayama, different types of meditation, and the sixfold path of samadhi.
Managing and suppressing the manifest symptoms with Yoga techniques is just as good or bad as modern allopathic medicine that focuses primarily on symptomatic management without ever getting close to the real cause of most disorders. In this talk, Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani will explore the need to address the primary cause of the problem followed by symptomatic management without which it could merely be Yogopathy.
About the Presenter
Yogacharya Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani is Director of the Centre for Yoga Therapy Education and Research (CYTER), and Professor of Yoga therapy at the Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth University, Pondicherry (www.sbvu.ac.in).
He is also Chairman of the International Centre for Yoga Education and Research at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry, India (www.icyer.com) and Yoganjali Natyalayam, the premier institute of Yoga and Carnatic Music and Bharatanatyam in Pondicherry (www.rishiculture.in). He is son and successor of the internationally acclaimed Yoga team of Yogamaharishi Dr. Swami Gitananda Giri Guru Maharaj and Yogacharini Kalaimamani Ammaji, Smt Meenakshi Devi Bhavanani.
He is a Gold Medallist in Medical Studies (MBBS) with postgraduate diplomas in both Family Health (PGDFH) as well as Yoga (PGDY) and the Advanced Diploma in Yoga under his illustrious parents in 1991-93. A Fellow of the Indian Academy of Yoga, he has authored 19 DVDs and 23 books on Yoga as well as published more than two hundred papers, compilations and abstracts on Yoga and Yoga research in National and International Journals. His literary works have more than 1450 Citations, with an h–Index of 19 and an i10-Index of 33. In addition, he is a Classical Indian Vocalist, Percussionist, Music Composer and Choreographer of Indian Classical Dance.
He is an Honorary International Advisor to the International Association of Yoga Therapists (www.iayt.org), the Australasian Association of Yoga Therapists (www.yogatherapy.org.au), the World Yoga Foundation (www.worldyogafoundation.in) and Gitananda Yoga Associations worldwide (www.rishiculture.in).
The document provides information on using yoga techniques to address various health conditions, including back pain, headache, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, obesity, and menstrual disorders. It discusses how yoga can help by relaxing muscles, improving flexibility, managing stress, and increasing insulin sensitivity. Specific yoga poses, breathing exercises, and meditations are recommended for treating back pain, headaches, and diabetes. Pregnancy-safe yoga poses are also outlined for managing diabetes during pregnancy.
This document discusses the concept of Bhakti Yoga or devotion to God. It defines Bhakti as love for God without selfish expectations. It describes different types of Bhakti like Sakamya (with desires), Nishkamya (without desires), Apara (for beginners focused on rituals) and Para (highest form seeing God everywhere). It also discusses different Bhava or emotional states in Bhakti like Shanta, Dasya, Sakhya, Vatsalya and Madhurya. It outlines practices to cultivate Bhakti like worship, study of scriptures, singing kirtans and the nine forms of Bhakti - Sravana, Kirtana,
The document discusses the integrated approach of yoga therapy according to Dr. Shamanthakamani Narendran. It discusses the concepts of health, disease, and the body according to modern science and ancient yogic texts. It explains that stress originating from the mind can manifest physically as psychosomatic illnesses. Yoga helps reduce stress at the mental, pranic, and physical levels through techniques like asanas, pranayama, and meditation to achieve perfect health and prevent disease.
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
Yoga PPT. All yoga related methods are available in PPT
The document summarizes a workshop on Cyclic Meditation presented by Mrs. Riri G Trivedi. It discusses the concept of the human body according to modern science versus yoga, defines stress and its impacts, and introduces Cyclic Meditation as a practice developed from ancient texts that induces deep rest through alternating stimulation and relaxation cycles. The workshop demonstrates Cyclic Meditation and explains how its multi-dimensional effects provide benefits on physical, vital, mental, wisdom and bliss levels of human existence.
Yoga nidra is a meditative practice introduced by Swami Satyananda Saraswati that is not sleep or concentration. It helps open the inner chambers of the mind. The practice involves rotating awareness through different parts of the body, experiencing sensations like heaviness and lightness, visualizing objects, and awareness of the chakras to relax the body and mind. Yoga nidra has benefits for conditions like insomnia, drug addiction, pain, pregnancy issues, psychosomatic disorders, and cardiovascular diseases.
Patanjali's Yoga Sutra outlines the classical yoga philosophy and practice. It defines yoga as the cessation of mind fluctuations through disciplined practice and detachment. The text describes the eight limbs of ashtanga yoga - yama, niyama, asana, pranayama, pratyahara, dharana, dhyana, samadhi - which when practiced lead to stillness of body and mind, control of senses, one-pointed concentration, absorption and ultimately liberation of the true self from identification with mind and body. The goal of yoga is to realize the seer's true nature by disentangling consciousness from matter through yoga's transformative practices.
A presentation given by Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani at Kaivalyadhama in December 2015 on Yoking together yoga research, therapy & education.
Dr Ananda's lecture class at Dr MGR Medical University.
He was invited to deliver lecture as Resource Person on “Research in Yoga” for the 25th workshop on Research Methodology and Bio- Statistics for AYUSH PG Students and Researchers organised by Department of Siddha of the Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University.
ABSTRACT: “Oh, East is East, and West is West, and never the twain shall meet,” said Rudyard Kipling. This dichotomy however seems to have been overcome in recent times, as many eastern healing traditions have slowly and steadily percolated the health care system worldwide. This is especially true of mind–body therapies that focus on the health promotive intrinsic connections that exist between the human brain, mind, body, and individual behaviour. This includes techniques of meditation (mantra meditation, mindfulness meditation, and others), qi gong, tai chi, and yoga.
This article appeared in the Annals of SBV 2014; 3 (1): 29-41.
Bhavanani AB. Efficacy of Yoga in Respiratory Disorders: Some Research Finding. Tamilnadu and Puducherry State Conference on Pulmonary Diseases TAPPCON 2017 at SBVU, Pondicherry. Pg 55-57.
In modern times when the terms Yoga and Yoga therapy have become synonymous, this paper is but a small attempt to put into perspective what Yoga therapy can offer us as an integrative system of wholistic well being.
UNDERSTANDING HOW YOGA WORKS: A SHORT REVIEW OF FINDINGS FROM CYTER, PONDICHE...Yogacharya AB Bhavanani
The Centre for Yoga Therapy Education and Research (CYTER) has been functioning at Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute (MGMCR & RI) under the auspices of the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth, Puducherry, for the past six years (2010-2016). More than 30,000 patients have benefited from Yoga therapy consultations and have attended individual and group therapy sessions at CYTER. Numerous research projects are being conducted as collaborative efforts between CYTER and various departments of MGMCRI, as well as KGNC and CIDRF. This review summarizes some of the important findings from 14 research works done at CYTER and published between 2010 and 2016. These studies provide preliminary evidence of the therapeutic potential of Yoga and induce further studies exploring physiological, psychological and biochemical mechanisms as well as beneficial clinical effects.
Published in the EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL & MEDICAL RESEARCH 2017;4(1):256-62
http://www.ejpmr.com/home/abstract_id/1897
Yoga and Cardiovascular Health: Exploring Possible Benefits and Postulated Me...Yogacharya AB Bhavanani
Yoga has potential benefits for cardiovascular health by reducing risk factors. Studies have shown yoga helps regress coronary artery lesions and improves myocardial perfusion. Yoga lowers blood pressure and heart rate by increasing parasympathetic activity and decreasing sympathetic activity, which modulates the autonomic nervous system. It also reduces stress by correcting underactivity of the parasympathetic nervous system and GABA system through stimulating the vagus nerve. More research is still needed to fully understand the benefits, but yoga shows promise as an adjunct therapy for cardiovascular conditions.
Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani's talk on "Integrating Yoga Therapy within the Modern Medical System", presented at the Online Symposium on the occasion of the 96th Foundation Day of Kaivalyadhama, Lonavala. 24th – 25th of October 2020
This document provides an overview of yoga therapy presented by Dr. ANANDA BALAYOGI BHAVANANI. The key points are:
1. Yoga therapy focuses on health promotion, disease management and rehabilitation through practices like yoga postures, breathing, relaxation and meditation techniques.
2. Recent research shows yoga's potential benefits for conditions like heart disease, respiratory disorders, stress, and metabolic disorders. It works through impacting the nervous, endocrine and immune systems.
3. An integrated approach using yoga therapy along with other medical systems like allopathy is recommended for best results. Adopting a healthy lifestyle and attitudes is also important.
4. While not a cure for all
YOGA AS THERAPY : Synthesis of Traditional Wisdom with Modern Scientific Know...Yogacharya AB Bhavanani
Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani’s presentation on YOGA AS THERAPY : Synthesis of Traditional Wisdom with Modern Scientific Knowledge in the 34th Research Methodology & Biostatistics Workshop conducted by the Tamil Nadu Dr.MGR. Medical University in July 2021.
Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY), New Delhi under Ministry of AYUSH, GOI was designated as a World Health Organisation Collaborating Centre for Traditional Medicine (Yoga) in April, 2013. WHO Collaborating Centre is supposed to take FOUR work-plans and the second one is – `Organization of capacity building workshops and training programs on the role, scope, practice and evidence-based use of Yoga in non-communicable diseases’.
2nd Capacity Building Workshop was conducted on the theme “Yogic Management of Cancer, Bronchial Asthma & Stroke” at Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, New Delhi from 28th - 30th November, 2016.
The Chief Guests for the inaugural was Dr. Sudhir Gupta, Additional Dy. Director General (NCD), Directorate General of Health Services, Govt of India and Dr Kim Sung Chol, Regional Adviser, Traditional Medicines, World Health Organization Regional Office for South-East Asia.
The capacity building workshop was organised by Dr Ishwar V Basavaraddi Director MDNIY with eminent resource persons and it aimed to train Master Trainers who would carry out the same activity in their locality /organization /concerned State and be Brand Ambassadors for propagating the role of Yoga in non-communicable diseases.
Dr Ananda was invited as a Resource Person for the workshop for orienting and enlightening the participants on the role, scope, practice and evidence-based use of Yoga in non-communicable diseases with special emphasis on Bronchial Asthma.
Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani's invited talk at the 23rd International Conference on Frontiers in Yoga Research & its Applications. 3 - 6 January 2020. S-VYASA Deemed to be University, Bangalore, India
HEMATOLOGICAL, BIOCHEMICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL EFFECTS OF A YOGA TRAINING PROGR...Yogacharya AB Bhavanani
Background: We were granted the opportunity to impart a 6 month comprehensive course of yoga training for nursing students. The aim of this study was to analyse the effects of the training on the participants´ health and quality of life (QoL) Materials and Methods: 60 healthy nursing students (12 M, 48 F) aged 18.60 ± 0.67 (SD) y were recruited, and 60 min of yoga training was given twice weekly, for 6 months. Selected biochemical and hematological parameters were recorded along with Ferrans and Powers QoL index before and after the training period. QoL was also tested at mid term. Because we were not able to establish a separate control group, we correlated changes with the subjects´ frequency of attendance. Results: Post intervention statistical analysis (repeated measures of ANOVA) revealed highly significant and beneficial changes in most hematological and biochemical parameters. Major findings are enhanced bone marrow function, reduced allergic tendency, alkalization of urine, metabolic reconditioning (with special emphasis on liver function) and improvement in all QoL indices. These changes correlated positively with the subjects´ frequency of attendance, as evidenced by Pearson‟s linear correlation testing. There were also significant improvements in QoL index and its subscales, both at mid training and post training. These improvements also correlated positively with attendance. Conclusion: The present study provides evidence of the beneficial psychological and physical effects of yoga training amongst graduate nursing course students . We suggest that yoga be made an integral part of medical and paramedical collegiate education.
This paper was published in the International Research Journal of Pharmaceutical and Applied Sciences 2013; 3(6): 17-23.
Yoga as a mode of therapy has become extremely popular, and a great number of studies and systematic reviews offer scientific evidence of its potential in treating a wide range of psychosomatic conditions. Healthy life can be considered as a by-product of practicing yogic techniques since it has been observed that yoga practitioners are physically and mentally healthier and have better coping skills to stressors than the normal population. This review paper details some of the health promoting benefits of yoga as well as discusses the important cardiovascular, respiratory, musculoskeletal and metabolic conditions in which it may have preventive, supportive, curative and rehabilitative potential. Role of yoga in stress, mental health, cancer, pregnancy and childhood are also detailed. Mechanisms for such beneficial physiological, biochemical and psychological effects are discussed. Psycho-neuro-endocrine changes including correction of GABAergic activity, and parasympathetic activation coupled with decreased reactivity of sympathoadrenal system and HPA axis are highlighted. Changes in the various evaluated parameters for different conditions are detailed and discussed with ample references. Though most studies and reviews suggest a number of areas where yoga may be beneficial, more research is required for virtually every one of them to establish their benefits conclusively. This is true in the process of introducing any new therapy into the modern health care system and is not surprising when we consider that the proper studies on yoga as a therapeutic modality are not older than a few decades. It is important to develop objective measures of various mind-body therapies and their techniques while including them in intervention trials. An overview is given of the lacunae present in the reviewed studies and suggestions given for improvements in future studies. In conclusion, we can say that yoga has preventive, promotive as well as curative potential and that a yogic lifestyle confers many advantages to the practitioner. Since lifestyle related diseases are alarmingly on the rise in our modern society, yogic lifestyle that is cost effective and relatively safe, should be given a special place in preventing and managing these diseases.
This document provides an overview of yoga therapy presented by Dr. ANANDA BALAYOGI BHAVANANI. The key points are:
1. Yoga therapy focuses on health promotion, disease management and rehabilitation through practices like yoga postures, breathing, meditation and lifestyle changes.
2. Recent research shows yoga's potential benefits for conditions like heart disease, respiratory disorders, stress, mental health issues, and more. It can help reduce medications for some conditions.
3. Yoga therapy works through impacting the nervous, endocrine and immune systems to reduce stress and illness. An integrated approach combining yoga, diet changes and other therapies can effectively manage disease.
This document provides an overview of several studies that have examined the effects of yoga on various health conditions. Some of the key findings discussed include:
- Studies have found that yoga can improve quality of life and reduce symptoms for conditions like breast cancer, low back pain, arthritis, and menopause.
- Research has shown yoga may help reduce blood pressure and control hypertension. One study found 65% of hypertensive patients were able to control their blood pressure with the yoga posture shavasana alone.
- A randomized controlled trial found 12 weeks of Iyengar yoga led to clinically meaningful reductions in 24-hour systolic and diastolic blood pressure compared to a control group.
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Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani's Keynote on "Integrating yoga therapy within the Modern Medical System" at the Global Yoga therapy Day conference 2021
This document discusses several studies that have examined the effects of yoga on various health conditions. It summarizes the findings of studies that found yoga reduced blood pressure in patients with hypertension, improved quality of life and flexibility in menopausal women, and decreased disability and depression in individuals with low back pain. It also summarizes a randomized controlled trial that found Iyengar yoga significantly reduced 24-hour systolic and diastolic blood pressure in patients with prehypertension or stage 1 hypertension over 12 weeks.
Yoga can play an important role in the prevention and management of lifestyle disorders. Some key points:
1. Yoga is a holistic practice that focuses on physical exercise, diet, relaxation, and relationships. It aims to improve physical, mental, and spiritual health.
2. Yoga techniques like asanas, pranayamas, and meditation can help reduce stress, inflammation, blood pressure, heart rate and improve mood, sleep, and metabolic health. This reduces risk factors for conditions like diabetes, cardiovascular disease.
3. Integrating yoga with modern medicine through lifestyle changes, stress management, and physical postures/breathing can help prevent and manage lifestyle disorders in a comprehensive way. More research
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On behalf of Param Pujya Ammaji and the entire Gitananda Yoga Family Worldwide we wish all our readers a very happy and prosperous New Year 2024!
Our beloved Ammaji as Editor of Yoga Life always put Lord Vigneshwara, the ‘obstacle to all obstacles’ on the January cover, and we continue the tradition with this colourful image of the Divine Lord. We pray to the benevolent Lord Abhayakaravinayaka to bless us all in the New Year with wellness, happiness, prosperity and success in all our endeavors.
The inner covers highlight memorable moments from the wonderful time we had hosting the Yoga Studies team from the Loyola Marymount University, USA during their study tour of India. The front inner cover depicts special moments during the Indo-US Yoga Chikitsa Symposium at Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth that was graced by the present Vice Chancellor Prof NR Biswas and the past Vice Chancellor and Emeritus Professor Dr KR Sethuraman.
The back inner page depicts the wonderful time the LMU team led by Prof Lori Rubenstein Fazzio had at the ICYER Ananda Ashram during the two day Yoga Chikitsa Workshop as well as at the Sri Kambaliswamy Madam. They were blessed by Param Pujya Ammaji and Yoga Chikitsa Ratna Dr Madanmohanji who participated actively in all the sessions.
On the back cover Dr Anandaji as the Madathipathi welcomes all dedicated Sadhakas for the 150th Annual Guru Puja for Srila Sri Kambaliswamigal and 30th Guru Puja of Yogamaharishi Dr Swami Gitananda Giri Guru Maharaj to be held on 11th January 2024.
Yoga is the path of self-re-discovery, and we are fortunate to be guided by our illustrious Guru Parampara. May we always be worthy of their potent blessings and benevolent grace.
Yoga can provide benefits for the elderly. The document discusses Ammaji, a living example in Puducherry, India who teaches yoga for the elderly. She teaches that yoga helps connect the body, emotions, mind, and awareness through practices focused on awareness of both our thoughts and actions, as well as how unaware we can be. Her teachings emphasize becoming an integrated person through self-reflection and overcoming challenges.
Vibhaga and pranava pranayama of Gitananda Rishictulure Yoga by Dr AnandaYogacharya AB Bhavanani
A presentation on Vibhaga and pranava pranayama of Gitananda Rishiculture Yoga by Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani, Ashram Acharya ICYER at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry, India.
The Centre for Yoga Therapy, Education and Research (CYTER) integrates traditional yoga therapy practices with modern medicine to promote health and wellness. It provides yoga therapy services, educates future yoga therapists, and conducts scientific research on yoga. CYTER operates out of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth University and has various academic programs, clinical services, and engages in research and outreach activities to promote an approach focused on health and wellness rather than illness.
This curriculum vitae outlines the educational and professional background of Yogacharya Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani. He has extensive training and qualifications in yoga, ayurveda, music, dance and traditional Indian arts. He has received many awards and honors for his contributions and achievements in promoting yoga, health, spirituality and Indian culture.
Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Yogasana Tribute to the Nation on its 75th year of in...Yogacharya AB Bhavanani
We humbly dedicate this Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Yogasana Tribute to the Nation on its 75th year of independence offered by the CYTER Team of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth, Pondicherry, India to each and every one of the great freedom fighters of our beloved Nation who contributed their mite during the freedom struggle.
We owe the freedom we savour today to their timeless sacrifices.
We will forever remain indebted to all of them.
Jai Hind !
Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani is a renowned yoga expert and director of several yoga institutions. He has extensive qualifications in yoga, medicine, and the arts. He has authored many books and papers on yoga and its therapeutic applications. He travels internationally advocating for yoga and has advised various government and non-government organizations.
Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani's special session on Yoga and the digestive system for members of the Rishiculture Gitananda Yoga Family.
Disclaimer: Copyrights of images used in the presentation belong to the respective owners and Dr Ananda doesn't claim any IPR on them and has used them only for educational purposes with no malafide intentions.
1) Yoga practices can enhance resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic by reducing stress and fear, which weaken the immune system, and promoting salutogenesis, or health and well-being.
2) Specific yoga techniques like pranayama, mantra chanting, and mudras can help manage stress, strengthen the immune system, and overcome fear. Practices involving the chanting of om and other mantras may attenuate limbic over-activity and enhance relaxation.
3) Yoga philosophy teaches that disease arises from imbalances in the mind-body complex. Techniques like kriya yoga act as a "triple vaccine" against stress and illness by targeting the root psychosomatic causes of
Yoga and Cultural Misappropriation: An e-book by Dr Ananda, Malini and PadmaYogacharya AB Bhavanani
This e-book authored by Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani, Yogasadhaki Malini and Yogacharini Padma provides a road map towards manifesting culturally appropriate yoga in modern times. Yoga without its cultural context, is no longer yoga and hence we must be mindful of the necessity to retain the content for yoga to be alive through us.
This e-book is endorsed by the Indian Yoga Association – A self-regulatory body of Yoga Organizations. IYA is a maiden attempt to unite all yoga paramparas in a common cause. Indian Yoga Association is committed to promotion and advancement of Yoga and its applications around the world and industry-cum-self-regulatory body to facilitate activities of member institutions.
To know more about the IYA visit http://www.yogaiya.in/about/
To know more about Dr Ananda and the ICYER at Ananda Ashram, please visit www.rishiculture.in
This e-book authored by Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani, Yogasadhaki Malini and Yogacharini Padma provides a road map towards manifesting culturally appropriate yoga in modern times. Yoga without its cultural context, is no longer yoga and hence we must be mindful of the necessity to retain the content for yoga to be alive through us.
Yogacharya Dr. ANANDA BALAYOGI BHAVANANI
MBBS, ADY, DPC, DSM, PGDFH, PGDY, FIAY, MD (Alt.Med), C-IAYT, DSc (Yoga)
Yogacharya Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani is Director of the Centre for Yoga Therapy Education and Research (CYTER), and Professor of Yoga Therapy at the Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth, Pondicherry (www.sbvu.ac.in).
He is also Chairman of the International Centre for Yoga Education and Research at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry, India (www.icyer.com) and Yoganjali Natyalayam, the premier institute of Yoga and Carnatic Music and Bharatanatyam in Pondicherry (www.rishiculture.in). He is son and successor of the internationally acclaimed Yoga team of Yogamaharishi Dr. Swami Gitananda Giri Guru Maharaj and Yogacharini Kalaimamani Ammaji, Smt Meenakshi Devi Bhavanani.
A recipient of the prestigious DSc (Yoga) from SVYASA Yoga University in January 2019, he is a Gold Medallist in Medical Studies (MBBS) with postgraduate diplomas in both Family Health (PGDFH) as well as Yoga (PGDY) and the Advanced Diploma in Yoga under his illustrious parents in 1991-93. A Fellow of the Indian Academy of Yoga, he has authored 19 DVDs and 26 books on Yoga as well as published nearly 300 papers, compilations and abstracts on Yoga and Yoga research in National and International Journals. His literary works have more than 2650 Citations, with an h-Index of 25 and an i10-Index of 50. In addition, he is a Classical Indian Vocalist, Percussionist, Music Composer and Choreographer of Indian Classical Dance.
In recent years he has travelled abroad 20 times and conducted invited talks, public events, workshops and retreats and been major presenter at Yoga conferences in the UK, USA, Italy, Czech Republic, South Africa, Germany, Switzerland, Malaysia, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
He is an Honorary Advisor to International Association of Yoga Therapists (www.iayt.org), Australasian Association of Yoga Therapists (www.yogatherapy.org.au), World Yoga Foundation (www.worldyogafoundation.in) and Gitananda Yoga Associations worldwide (www.rishiculture.in).
A recognized PhD guide for Yoga Therapy he was recognized as an IAYT Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) by the International Association of Yoga Therapists, USA in 2016. It is notable that he is the first Indian to receive this honour.
He is currently member of numerous expert committees of the Ministry of AYUSH including its National Board for Promotion of Yoga and Naturopathy, Scientific Advisory Committee & Standing Finance Committees of CCRYN, Technical Committee of the Yoga Certification Board, Expert Committees for Celebration of International Yoga Day and the National Yoga & Diabetes program. He is Consultant Resource Person for the WHO and its Collaborative Centre in Traditional Medicine (Yoga) at MDNIY, New Delhi. He is also EC member and Director Publications of the Indian Yoga Association (www.yogaiya.in).
1) Yoga practices such as pranayama, asanas, kriyas and relaxation techniques can help improve respiratory disorders by strengthening the lungs and relaxing the respiratory muscles.
2) Specific practices like neti kriya, anu nasika pranayama, and kunjal kriya help clear mucus and open the nasal passages and sinuses. Deep yogic breathing practices like pranava pranayama target different parts of the lungs.
3) Research shows that yoga is an effective adjunct therapy for respiratory conditions like COPD and asthma, improving symptoms, quality of life, and decreasing medication use. Yoga breathing safely increases oxygen levels and reduces stress on
The document discusses stress management through yoga. It provides an overview of the yoga concepts of managing stress by modifying perceptions of stressors, optimizing responses to stressors, and efficiently releasing pent up stress. It describes various yoga practices like asanas, pranayama, meditation and their benefits. These practices can help enhance physical and mental health, develop emotional balance, induce psycho-physical harmony, and strengthen spiritual awareness. The document emphasizes that yoga is a holistic practice that can benefit both physical and mental well-being.
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Coronary Circulation and Ischemic Heart Disease_AntiCopy.pdfMedicoseAcademics
In this lecture, we delve into the intricate anatomy and physiology of the coronary blood supply, a crucial aspect of cardiac function. We begin by examining the physiological anatomy of the coronary arteries, which lie on the heart's surface and penetrate the cardiac muscle mass to supply essential nutrients. Notably, only the innermost layer of the endocardial surface receives direct nourishment from the blood within the cardiac chambers.
We then explore the specifics of coronary circulation, including the dynamics of blood flow at rest and during strenuous activity. The impact of cardiac muscle compression on coronary blood flow, particularly during systole and diastole, is discussed, highlighting why this phenomenon is more pronounced in the left ventricle than the right.
Regulation of coronary circulation is a complex process influenced by autonomic and local metabolic factors. We discuss the roles of sympathetic and parasympathetic nerves, emphasizing the dominance of local metabolic factors such as hypoxia and adenosine in coronary vasodilation. Concepts like autoregulation, active hyperemia, and reactive hyperemia are explained to illustrate how the heart adjusts blood flow to meet varying oxygen demands.
Ischemic heart disease is a major focus, with an exploration of acute coronary artery occlusion, myocardial infarction, and subsequent physiological changes. The lecture covers the progression from acute occlusion to infarction, the body's compensatory mechanisms, and the potential complications leading to death, such as cardiac failure, pulmonary edema, fibrillation, and cardiac rupture.
We also examine coronary steal syndrome, a condition where increased cardiac activity diverts blood flow away from ischemic areas, exacerbating the condition. The long-term impact of myocardial infarction on cardiac reserve is discussed, showing how the heart's capacity to handle increased workloads is significantly reduced.
Angina pectoris, a common manifestation of ischemic heart disease, is analyzed in terms of its causes, presentation, and referred pain patterns. We identify factors that exacerbate anginal pain and discuss both medical and surgical treatment options.
Finally, the lecture includes a case study to apply theoretical knowledge to a practical scenario, helping students understand the real-world implications of coronary circulation and ischemic heart disease. The role of biochemical factors in cardiac pain and the interpretation of ECG changes in myocardial infarction are also covered.
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EXPERIMENTAL STUDY DESIGN- RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIALRishank Shahi
Randomized controlled clinical trial is a prospective experimental study.
It essentially involves comparing the outcomes in two groups of patients treated with a test treatment and a control treatment, both groups are followed over the same period of time. Prepare a plan of study or protocol
a. Define clear objectives
b. State the inclusion and exclusion criteria of case
c. Determine the sample size, place and period of study
d. Design of trial (single blind, double blind and triple blind method)
2. Define study population: Most often the patients are chosen from hospital or from the community. For example, for a study for comparison of home and sanatorium treatment, open cases of tuberculosis may be chosen.
3. Selection of participants by defined criteria as per plan:
Selection of participants should be done with precision and should be precisely stated in writing so that it can be replicated by others. For example, out of open cases of tuberculosis those who fulfill criteria for inclusion may be selected (age groups, severity of disease and treatment taken or not, etc.)
Randomization ensures that participants have an equal chance to be assigned to one of two or more groups:
One group gets the most widely accepted treatment (standard treatment/ gold standard)
The other gets the new treatment being tested, which researchers hope and have reason to believe will be better than the standard treatment
Subject variation: First, there may be bias on the part of the participants, who may subjectively feel better or report improvement if they knew they were receiving a new form of treatment.
Observer bias: The investigator measuring the outcome of a therapeutic trial may be influenced if he knows beforehand the particular procedure or therapy to which the patient has been subjected.
Evaluation bias: There may be bias in evaluation - that is, the investigator(Analyzer) may subconsciously give a favorable report of the outcome of the trial.
Co-intervention:
participants use other therapy or change behavior
Study staff, medical providers, family or friends treat participants differently.
Biased outcome ascertainment:
participants may report symptoms or outcomes differently or physicians
Investigators may elicit symptoms or outcomes differently
A technique used to prevent selection bias by concealing the allocation sequence from those assigning participants to intervention groups, until the moment of assignment.
Allocation concealment prevents researchers from influencing which participants are assigned to a given intervention group.
All clinical trials must be approved by Institutional Ethics Committee before initiation
It is mandatory to register clinical trials with Clinical Trials Registry of India
Informed consent from all study participants is mandatory.
A preclinical trial is a stage of research that begins before clinical trials, and during which important feasibility and drug safety data are collected.
Following points high.
Ontotext’s Clinical Trials Eligibility Design Assistant helps with one of the most challenging tasks in study design: selecting the proper patient population.
Causes Of Tooth Loss
PERIODONTAL PROBLEMS ( PERIODONTITIS, GINIGIVITIS)
Systemic Causes Of Tooth Loss
1. Diabetes Mellitus
2. Female Sexual Hormones Condition
3. Hyperpituitarism
4. Hyperthyroidism
5. Primary Hyperparathyroidism
6. Osteoporosis
7. Hypophosphatasia
8. Hypophosphatemia
Causes Of Tooth Loss
CARIES/ TOOTH DECAY
Causes Of Tooth Loss
CAUSES OF TOOTH LOSS
Consequence of tooth loss
Anatomic
Loss of ridge volume both height and width
Bone loss :
mandible > maxilla
Posteriorly > anteriorly
Anatomic consequences
Broader mandibular arch with constricting maxilary arch
Attached gingiva is replaced with less keratinised oral mucosa which is more readily traumatized.
Anatomic consequences
Tipping of the adjacent teeth
Supraeruption of the teeth
Traumatic occlusion
Premature occlusal contact
Anatomic Consequences
Anatomic Consequences
Physiologic consequences
Physiologic Consequences
Decreased lip support
Decreased lower facial height
Physiologic Consequences
Physiologic consequences
Education of Patient
Diagnosis, Treatment Planning, Design, Treatment, Sequencing, and Mouth Preparation
Support for Distal Extension Denture Bases
Establishment and Verification of Occlusal Relations and Tooth Arrangements
Initial Placement Procedures
Periodic Recall
Education of Patient
Informing a patient about a health matter to
secure informed consent.
Patient education should begin at the initial
contact with the patient and should continue throughout treatment.
The dentist and the patient share responsibility for the ultimate success of a removable partial denture.
This educational procedure is especially important when the treatment plan and prognosis are discussed with the patient.
Diagnosis, Treatment Planning, Design, Treatment, Sequencing, and Mouth Preparation
Begin with thorough medical and dental histories.
The complete oral examination must include both clinical and radiographic interpretation of:
caries
the condition of existing restorations
periodontal conditions
responses of teeth (especially abutment teeth) and residual ridges to previous stress
The vitality of remaining teeth
Continued…..
Occlusal plan evaluation
Arch form
Evaluation of Occlusal relationship through mounting the diagnostic cast
The dental cast surveyor is an absolute necessity in which patients are being treated with removable partial dentures.
Mouth preparations, in the appropriate sequence, should be oriented toward the goal of
providing adequate support, stability,
retention, and
a harmonious occlusion for the partial denture.
Support for Distal Extension Denture Bases
A base made to fit the anatomic ridge form does not provide adequate support under occlusal loading.
The base may be made to fit the form of the ridge when under function.
Support for Distal Extension Denture Bases
This provides support
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Case presentation of a 14-year-old female presenting as unilateral breast enlargement and found to have a giant breast lipoma. The tumour was successfully excised with the result that the presumed unilateral breast enlargement reverting back to normal. A review of management including a photo of the removed Giant Lipoma is presented.
Hepatocarcinoma today between guidelines and medical therapy. The role of sur...Gian Luca Grazi
Today more than ever, hepatocellular carcinoma therapy is experiencing profound and substantial changes.
The association atezolizumab (ATEZO) plus bevacizumab (BEVA) has demonstrated its effectiveness in the post-operative treatment of patients, improving the results that can be achieved with liver resections. This after the failure of the use of sorafenib in the already historic STORM study.
On the other hand, the prognostic classification of BCLC is now widely questioned. It is now well recognized that the indications for surgery for patients with hepatocellular carcinoma are certainly narrow in BCLC and no longer reflect what is common everyday clinical practice.
Today, the concept of multiparametric therapeutic hierarchy, which makes the management of patients with hepatocellular carcinoma much more flexible and allows the best therapy for the individual patient to be identified based on their clinical characteristics, is gaining more and more importance.
The presentation traces these profound changes that are taking place in recent years and offers a modern vision of the management of patients with hepatocellular carcinoma.
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Yoga Research: Past, Present and Future
1. YOGA RESEARCH:
Past, Present and Future……
Yogacharya
Dr. ANANDA BALAYOGI BHAVANANI
MBBS, ADY, PGDFH, PGDY, FIAY, MD (AM), DSc (Yoga)
Professor Yoga Therapy & Director
CYTER of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth &
Chairman ICYER at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry.
3. SRI BALAJI VIDYAPEETH
(Deemed University Accredited with “A” Grade by NAAC)
Centre for Yoga Therapy, Education
and Research (CYTER)
Salutogenesis, our focus!
4. Salutogenesis, our Focus
Moving from pathogenesis, the focus on disease
towards salutogenesis, the focus on health!
Under SBV AIM HIGH (Academy of Integrative
Medicine for Holistic Intervention towards General
Health), Faculty of Allied Health Sciences,
CYTER is striding forward on an innovative
path of promoting holistic health for one and all.
Bringing together ancient experiential wisdom
of Yoga with evidence based approach of
modern medical science.
www.sbvu.ac.in/cyter
6. Origin of research in Yoga dates back to the pre-
historic origin of Yoga itself
The ancient Rishis were truly searching and re-
searching for the answer to the all important
question, “Who am I ”?
Scientific and philosophico-literary research is
essential to confirm, validate & enhance the
understanding and application of Yogic concepts
and practices for the benefit of humanity.
8. Swami Kuvalayananda & Kaivalyadhama
– ML Gharote, MV Bhole, PV Karambelkar, SL Vinekar
Medical scientists at
– AIIMS, BHU, NIMHANS, JIPMER (BK Anand, GS Chinna, KN
Udupa, KS Gopal, RL Bijlani, Madanmohan, etc)
Yoga Universities: sVYASA, PYP
Mainly limited to the physical aspects
Most researchers today however seem more
interested in proving themselves right than in really
researching Yoga as a whole
Yoga in the “BOX” is NOT really Yoga!
Modern yoga research
9. Most Yogic phenomena are beyond the mere
physical manifestation of their effects
To conclude that Shavasana has
ONLY the physiological effect of
lowering BP & HR is to sight
merely the iceberg’s tip,
missing > 90%
The real effects of Shavasana as
the ultimate relaxation & true
renunciation may have more far-
reaching effects than we would
have been led to believe
10. Recent trends
Yoga Research–now a global phenomenon
Increased number of blinded, randomized and
controlled trials
Improved planning and implementation
Better understanding of the mechanisms by
which various practices cause their effects
Increased number of research studies are being
published in indexed journals with peer review
– a better standard of research at least at the
physical level
Greater funding available nowadays
11. Do we have equipment to quantitatively
and qualitatively measure effects of Yoga?
What to do in most aspects of Yoga that
are beyond our present day capacity?
How to keep the “Yoga” in Yoga research?
How to enable the knowledge gained of
modern research to percolate down into
clinical practice and Yoga education?
Some questions
12. Is not just gathering information on Yoga
Is not just the re-arranging of known facts on
Yoga
Must be continual and expanding
– most modern research seems to be just repeating
ad-nauseam earlier works
Must not be a sales pitch
– a lot of research today seems geared at attracting
people to specific techniques and institutions than
to benefiting Yoga as a whole
Yoga research
13. True research is a quest driven by a specific
question which needs an answer leading to a
new question
Most research in Yoga today however seems
either to be for curing diseases and disorders
that are rampant in modern world or to
publicize their own techniques.
Basic research is lacking- not as attractive as
clinical trails and the publicity thereof
Most researchers lack an ‘experience’ of Yoga –
are not living it, hence have no clue about what
they are studying.
14. Need of the hour
– focus attention on core concepts of Yoga
– find newer methods to unravel its secrets
Extensive basic research is required
– not much money in it !
A lot of Yoga research today resembles
pharmaceutical companies trying to find
wonder drugs for newer diseases.
Most modern Yoga researchers seem to be
trying to find out “a single Yoga pill for each
ill”.
15. • Comprehensive bibliometric analysis of Yoga therapy
research between 1967 & 2013 by Jeter PE, Slutsky J,
Singh N & Khalsa SB. (J Altern Complement Med
2015)
• Three-fold increase in number of publications seen
in the last decade, inclusive of all study designs.
• 45% RCTs, 18% controlled, and 37% uncontrolled.
• Most publications originated from India (n=258),
followed by USA (n=122) and Canada (n=13).
• Top three disorders addressed by Yoga interventions
were mental health, cardiovascular disease, and
respiratory disease.
Other reviews by Kim Innes (2005, 2007 & 2012), Yang
(2007) and Sengupta (2012) have also highlighted role
of Yoga therapy.
17. A brief qualitative survey on the utilization of
Yoga research resources by Yoga teachers.
This survey provided a basic picture of a
general lack of awareness of Yoga research
amongst practicing Yoga teachers and
therapists.
Though a majority agree research is
important, few seriously update themselves
on this through scientific channels.
Bhavanani AB. J Intercult Ethnopharmacol. 2016; 5(2): 168-173
20. Yoga Practices
Postures, Breathing, Relaxation, Meditation
Fitness
↑Flexibility
↑Strength
↑Coordination/Balance
↑Respiratory Function
↑Self-Efficacy
Global Human Functionality
↑Physical & Mental Health, ↑Physical, Mental, Emotional Performance,
↑Positive Behavior Change, ↑Social Responsibility, Values, Relationships,
↑Quality of Life, ↑Life Purpose & Meaning, ↑Spirituality
Self-Regulation
↑Emotion Regulation
↑Stress Regulation
↑Resilience
↑Equanimity
↑Self-Efficacy
Awareness
↑Attention
↑Mindfulness
↑Concentration
↑Cognition
↑Meta-cognition
Spirituality
↑Transcendence
↑Unitive State
↑Flow
↑Transformation
↑Life Meaning/Purpose
Schmalzl L, Jeter P, Khalsa SBS. The Psychophysiology of Yoga: Characteristics of the Main Components and
Review of Research Studies. In: Newcombe S, O’Brien-Kop K, editors. Routledge Handbook of Yoga and
Meditation Studies.Oxon, UK: Routledge, Taylor and Francis Group, 2021, p. 440-59.
21. Potential Underlying Mechanisms
Innes KE and Selfe TK (2014) Meditation as a therapeutic intervention for adults at risk for Alzheimer’s disease –
potential benefits and underlying mechanisms. Front. Psychiatry 5:40. doi: 10.3389/fpsyt.2014.00040
23. Telles S, Desiraju T. IJMR 1991; 94: 357-63.
Short kumbhak pranayamic breathing
increase (52%) in the O2 consumption &
metabolic rate
Long kumbhak pranayamic breathing
lowering (19%) of the O2 consumption &
metabolic rate
Application of kumbhak may be different and
varied in potential cases accordingly
24. Shannahoff-Khalsa DS, Kennedy B. Int J
Neurosci. 1993 ; 73: 47-60
Right UFNB increases HR compared to left.
Stroke volume was higher in left UFNB
compensating for lower HR.
Left UFNB significantly increased end diastolic
volume
Demonstrated unique unilateral effect on
sympathetic stimulation of the heart that may
have therapeutic value.
Recent studies by Raghuraj 2008, Rajajeyakumar 2014,
Bhavanani 2014 further substantiated these findings.
25. Telles S et al. IJPP 1994; 38 : 133-7.
O2 consumption increased by
– 37% after right nostril pranayama
– 18% after alternate nostril pranayama
– 24% after left nostril pranayama
Left nostril pranayama increased volar GSR
signifying reduction in sympathetic activity
Breathing selectively through either nostril has
marked activating or relaxing effect on the
sympathetic nervous system.
26. Selvamurthy W et al. IJPP 1998; 42: 205-213
Helped understand physiological mechanism
underlying effects of selected yogic exercises
in the treatment of essential hypertension
3 weeks course of tilt and head down yogic
exercise (sarvangasan) clearly indicated gradual
improvement in baroreflex sensitivity
Progressive attenuation of sympatho-adrenal
and renin-angiotensin activity
27. Raghuraj P et al. IJPP 1998 ; 42: 467-72
Studied HRV in fast and slow breathing
techniques
– Kapalabhati and Nadishuddhi
Kapalabhati modifies autonomic status
– increasing sympathetic activity
– with reduced vagal activity.
28. Kaviraja Udupa et al. IJPP 2003; 47 : 27-33
Increased QS2, PEP, PEP/LVET & decreased
LVET, QT/QS2 indicate decreased adrenergic
tone
Increased RRIV -enhanced parasympathetic
activity.
Pranayam training produced subtle changes in
LV systolic performance probably by modulat-
ing cardiac autonomic tone.
29. Vijayalakshmi P et al. IJPP 2004; 48: 59-64.
4 week yoga relaxation training for HT patients
Response to IHG test subnormal initially
Yoga relaxation training produced significant
decrease in BP, HR & RPP from 2nd week
onwards and peaked by 4 weeks
Significant in BP, HR & RPP with IHG after
training indicated restoration of cardio-
vascular reflex mechanisms.
Findings confirmed in later RCT by Punitha P
et al (Nat J Physiol Pharm Pharmacol, 2015).
30. Madanmohan et al. IJPP 2005; 49: 313-18.
Slow Pranayama training
– Significant increase: MIP MEP, BHT & 40 mm Hg
test. Significant decrease in DP
Fast Pranayam training
– Significant increase in HR, RPP & double product
(Do P).
HR, RPP & Do P decreased (NS) in group I & increased
(NS) in group II
Varied therapeutic applications
Finding confirmed in later RCTs by Dinesh 2014 and
Sharma 2015
31. Manjunatha S et al. IJPP 2005; 49: 319-24.
Do yoga asanas increase insulin secretion
from the pancreas?
Serum insulin levels after asanas were lower
than those before the asanas
Serum insulin level 0.5 h after post-asana oral
75 g-glucose challenge was higher
The performance of asanas led to increased
sensitivity of the β cells of pancreas to the
glucose signal
32. Raghavendra Rao et al.Complementary
Therapies in Medicine 2009; 17: 1—8
Compared anxiolytic effects of Yoga &
supportive therapy in Ca breast patients
undergoing conventional treatment.
Overall decrease in both self-reported state
anxiety & trait anxiety in Yoga group
Positive correlation between anxiety states and
traits with symptom severity and distress during
conventional treatment intervals.
Yoga has a role in palliative care in terminal
cases too.
33. Bhavanani AB et al. Int J Yoga 2011; 4: 71-76.
Effects of 6 months of training given in Slow Surya
Namaskar (SSN) at 6 rounds /30 min and Fast Surya
Namaskar (FSN) at 15 rounds ‘30 min for school
children.
Cardiovascular (HR, BP) and muscular physiological
(HGS, HGE) effects studied.
Effects of FSN are similar to physical aerobic exercises
whereas effects of SSN are similar to those of Yoga
training.
34. Kalyani BG et al. IJOY 2011; 4(1): 3-6.
Neurohemodynamic correlates of audible ‘OM’
chanting were examined by functional MRI.
Significant limbic deactivation observed during
‘OM’ chanting with bilateral changes in
orbitofrontal, anterior cingulate, para-hippocampal
gyri, thalami and hippocampi.
As similar observations have been recorded with
vagus nerve stimulation used in depression and
epilepsy, the study findings argue for a potential
role of ‘OM’ chanting in clinical practice.
35. Streeter CC et al. Med Hypotheses 2012; 78: 571-9
Stress induces autonomic imbalance
Decreased para-sympathetic & increased
sympathetic activity, under activity of GABA
system, the primary inhibitory neuro-
transmitter, and increased allostatic load.
Yoga helps correct the underactivity of para-
sympathetic nervous system and GABA systems
in part through stimulation of vagus nerves with
reduction in the allostatic load.
36. Ornish D et al. Lancet Oncol 2013; 14:1112-20
“Our genes, and our telomeres, are not
necessarily our fate,” - Dean Ornish
Telomere shortness is a prognostic marker of
ageing, disease, and premature morbidity.
Previous study (2008) showed association between
3 months of comprehensive lifestyle changes and
increased telomerase activity in immune cells.
A comprehensive lifestyle intervention was
associated with increases in relative telomere
length after 5 years of follow-up.
38. Lana Skoro-Kondza et al. BMC Health
Services Research 2009; 9:33
There was a small statistically insignificant fall in
HbA1c - not sustained > 6 months, no change in
other outcome measures.
Around 2/3 of patients on GP diabetic registers
proved ineligible, & 90% of the remainder
declined to participate.
Only 50% attendance at classes -Nobody did the
exercises regularly at home.
Most participants -unsuitable for 'standard' Yoga
- limited flexibility, lack of basic fitness, co-
morbidity and lack of confidence.
Basically no yoga in the study at all!
40. Lateral Sleeping Position Influences Clean-
Up Of Brain's Metabolic Waste Products,
Halts Neurological Diseases
Everyone started talking about all the
possible benefits of humans sleeping on their
side without even reading the full paper!
Rodent models were used to examine the
glymphatic pathway — where CSF filters
through the brain and exchanges with
interstitial fluid to clear waste.
The Journal of Neuroscience, 5 August 2015, 35(31): 11034-11044
41. Some of our work in recent times
1. Randomized controlled trial of 12-week yoga therapy as lifestyle
intervention in patients of essential hypertension and cardiac autonomic
function tests. Natl J Physiol Pharm Pharmacol 2016; 6: 19-26.
2. Finding peace on a Psychiatric Ward with Yoga: Report on a pilot
anthropological study in Pondicherry, India. Annals of SBV 2016; 5(2): 14-
9.
3. Effect of yoga therapy on fasting lipid profile in chronic kidney disease: a
comparative study. Int J Adv Med 2018;5: 294-98.
4. Effects of overnight sleep deprivation on autonomic function and
perceived stress in young health professionals and their reversal through
yogic relaxation (Shavasana). Natl J Physiol Pharm Pharmacol 2018;8
5. Effect of adjuvant yoga therapy on pulmonary function and quality of life
among patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A
Randomized Control Trial. J Basic Clin Appl Health Sci. 2018; 2(3):117-22.
6. Immediate effect of Sukha Pranayama: A slow and deep breathing
technique on maternal and fetal cardiovascular parameters. Yoga
Mimamsa 2018; 50:49-52.
42. 7. A comparative study on the effect of music therapy alone and a
combination of music and yoga therapies on the psycho-
physiological parameters of cardiac patients posted for
angiography. J Basic Clin Appl Health Sci. 2018; 2:163-8.
8. Yoga training enhances auditory & visual reaction time in
children with autism spectrum disorder: A case - control study. J
Basic Clin Appl Health Sci. 2019; 2:8-13.
9. Effectiveness of adjuvant yoga therapy in diabetic lung: A
randomized control trial. Int J Yoga 2019;12:96-102.
10. The efficacy of yogic breathing exercise Bhramari pranayama in
relieving symptoms of chronic rhinosinusitis. Int J Yoga
2019;12:120-3.
11. Yoga therapy as an adjunct to traditional tooth brushing
training methods in children with autism spectrum disorder.
Spec Care Dentist. 2019; 1–6.
12. Effect of adjunct yoga therapy in depressive disorders: Findings
from a RCT. Indian J Psychiatry 2019; 61:592-7.
43. 13. Gupta K, Bhavanani A B, Ramanathan M, Rajasekar B, Sarkar S, Dayanidy
G. Effect of Adjuvant Yoga Therapy on Craving in Participants of an
Alcohol De-addiction Program: A Pilot Study. 2019; 2 (4):138-141.
14. Balaji R, Ramanathan M, Bhavanani AB. Nephroprotective Impact of
Adjuvant Yoga Therapy on Diabetes - A Randomised Controlled Trial. J
Clin Diagn Res.2020; 14(12): KC01-KC04.
15. Ramanathan M, Bhavanani AB. Yoga training enhances auditory and
visual reaction time in elderly woman inmates of a hospice: A pilot
randomized controlled trial. Yoga Mimamsa 2020;52:56-60.
16. Artchoudane S, Ramanathan M, Bhavanani AB, Muruganandam P, Jatiya
L. Effect of Yoga Therapy on Neuromuscular Function and Reduction of
Autism Severity in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Pilot
Study. International Journal of Health Systems and Translational
Medicine (IJHSTM). 2021; 1(1): 76-85.
17. Thiruvalluvan A, Sekizhar V, Ramanathan M, Bhavanani AB, Chakravathy
D, C. Reddy JR. Effect of pranayama techniques with Marmanasthanam
Kriya as yogic relaxation on biopsychosocial parameters prior to
endodontic therapy: A cross sectional study . Int J Yoga 2021;14:146-51
44. S W O T
analysis of yoga research
Udupa K, Ramanathan M, Bhavanani AB. SWOT Analysis in Yoga Research. J
Basic Clin Appl Health Sci 2021;4(1):26–30.
The New AUM Team
45. Various items/factors
Strengths
Weakness
Opportunities
Threats, risks/challenges
Internal factors: strengths and weakness
Strengths of yoga:
Cultural heritage
Time tested and effective in
various disorders
Life style entity with many facets
to training raising one’s
consciousness to higher levels so
as to unite with supreme
consciousness.
Weaknesses of yoga research:
Low scientific vigor
Not well validated, one cap
fitting all heads approach
Difficulties in conducting
blinded RCT, getting ethics
approval, funding and
publishing in high impact
journals
External
factors:
opportunities
and threats
(risks /
challenges)
Opportunities:
Conducting higher levels
and deeper studies with
proper design and
involving multiple
specialties
Strength & Opportunities (SO)
Strategies
Conducting yoga Research with
good design and in-depth studies
not just superficial benefits
Weakness & Opportunities
(WO) Strategies
Planning with proper control
group, double blind, unbiased
interpretation & convincing
reviewers of funding agencies
and journals with high quality
of scientific work
Threats:
Compliance issues to
carry out yoga training
by participants
Questionable data
collection, analysis &
interpretation.
Strength & Threats (ST)
Strategies
Designing study countering all
the threats/risks
Weaknesses & Threats (WT)
Strategies
Designing study countering all
the weakness, threats/risks