The Science and Art of Contemporary Breathwork and Yoga
Advances in Medical Diagnosis, Treatment, and Care January 1, 2021 DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-3254-6.ch024 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Review Pilot study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | Breathwork |
| Key findings | Combining yoga breathing practices with contemporary breathwork techniques may benefit both disciplines in certain circumstances. |
Abstract
This chapter provides evidence for the benefit of bringing yoga and its breathing practices into a working relationship with contemporary breathwork techniques for the betterment of both in certain circumstances. The history and developmental overlap of both are explored as well as their applications in the field of physical heath, psychotherapy, and spiritual growth. The benefits of both faster than normal and slower than normal breathing techniques are reviewed for the treatment of anxiety, depression, and addictions as well as the neurological correlates for breathwork and trauma recovery. A pilot study utilizing the combination of the two disciplines is reported.