Sahaja Yoga as A Stress Management Tool for Pain Relief and Its Implication for Intensive Care
Journal of Anesthesia & Intensive Care Medicine April 1, 2025 DOI: 10.19080/jaicm.2025.14.555880 (opens in new tab) via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractChronic pain and stress are closely linked through neurological and hormonal pathways. Sahaja Yoga meditation shows promise as a nonpharmacological approach for managing stress and altering pain perception. This article reviews evidence supporting Sahaja Yoga as a stress management tool for pain relief and discusses its potential use for patient care in Intensive Care Units.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Review Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Intervention | Sahaja Yoga meditation |
| Keywords | Pain management Pain relief Stress management Physical therapy Psychology |
| Key finding | Sahaja Yoga meditation shows promise as a natural and holistic approach to stress management and pain relief, with potential implications for Intensive Care Unit patient care. |
Abstract
Pain and stress are deeply interconnected physiological and psychological experiences.Chronic pain often intensifies stress responses and persistent stress can increase sensitivity to pain through intricate neurological and hormonal mechanisms.Among the various nonpharmacological interventions, meditation techniques have gained recognition for their effectiveness in managing stress and altering pain perception.One such technique, Sahaja Yoga meditation, has shown promise as a natural and holistic approach to stress management and pain relief.This article explores the evidence supporting Sahaja Yoga as a stress management tool for pain relief and its potential implication for patient care in Intensive Care Units.