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Dilshani W. N. Dissanayake

2 papers in the library · 2 citations · publishing 2024

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Randomized control clinical trial to assess the effect of meditation on selected clinical outcomes in patients with Parkinson’s disease

Ceylon Journal of Medical Science December 10, 2024 Kumarangie Vithanage, Dilshani Dissanayake, Thashi Chang 2 citations

Background: Parkinson’s disease (PD) is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder, characterized by progressive loss of dopaminergic neurons, leading to both motor and non-motor symptoms. Although dopaminergic therapy is the current goldstandard therapy in symptomatic management, it does not alter disease progression. Meditation, a complementary therapy, has shown promise in alleviating...

Comparative analysis of stress hormones in long-term meditators and non-meditators

Ceylon Journal of Medical Science December 10, 2024 D. Warawita, J. Thambyrajah, S. Handunnetti et al.

Background: Meditation, rooted in ancient traditions, has gained prominence as a tool for managing stress in modern health and wellness. This study aims on the impact of long-term Vipassana meditation on the regulation of stress hormones, including cortisol, adrenaline, growth hormone, and glucagon, to explore its physiological benefits.Methods: This comparative cross-sectional study involved...