International Journal of Biomedical and Advance Research | |
Effect of yogic breathing (Paranayam) on pulmonary funtion tests (PFT) and visual reaction time in healthy individuals | |
V. S. Shelke ; A. N. Badwe ; R. G. Latti | |
关键词: s Pranayam, pulmonary function tests (PFT), visual reaction time (VRT); | |
学科分类:药学、药理学、毒理学(综合) | |
来源: Scholar Science Journals | |
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【 摘 要 】
Background: Effects of pranayam are well known to affect various physiological parameters. Practice of pranayam helps to improve pulmonary functions and motor skills. Aim: It is planned to study the effect of pranayam (Anulom-Vilom and Kapalbhati) on pulmonary functions tests and visual reaction time in healthy individuals. Materials: Thirty (n=30) healthy participants between age group of 20-50 years were selected from Loni and surrounding area. These individuals were not suffering from any major disease related with cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous system and any chronic illness. Methods:All participants underwent pranayam training for three months. Pulmonary function tests were recorded before and during pranayam practice. Visual reaction time was recorded before and after pranayama training. Conclusion: In present study, it is concluded that, practice of pranayam as per study protocol improves PFT and VRT in healthy individuals. Also emphasize improvement in sensory and motor skills.
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