Patanjali's Ashtanga Yoga: A Bibliometric Analysis Of Its Impact On Health And Well-Being

Objective: This bibliometric analysis seeks to summarize research papers on Patanjali's Ashtanga Yoga and investigate its influence on health and well-being.

Methods: A thorough search of the PubMed database was done to find papers that were pertinent to Ashtanga Yoga. VOSviewer software was used to retrieve and analyze 2,864 articles in total.

Findings: The examination uncovered a wide range of advantages linked to Ashtanga Yoga, such as enhancements in psychological, immunological, and neurological well-being, improved quality of life, and heightened levels of awareness. Research has demonstrated that Ashtanga Yoga effectively mitigates stress, sadness, and anxiety, while concurrently enhancing cardiovascular and mental well-being, alleviating persistent pain, and optimizing sleep quality. The ethical standards delineated in Yama and Niyama were recognized as factors that contribute to self-discipline and ethical deliberations. Moreover, the bodily positions (Asanas), strategies for controlling breath (Pranayama), and withdrawal of senses (Pratyahara) that are linked to Ashtanga Yoga were discovered to have beneficial impacts on different elements of health and overall well-being. The ultimate stages of Ashtanga Yoga, namely Dharana, Dhyan, and Samadhi, were emphasized for their ability to promote deep internal focus, mindfulness, and spiritual illumination.

Conclusion: This bibliometric research highlights the holistic approach of Patanjali's Ashtanga Yoga to enhance physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. The results indicate that Ashtanga Yoga provides significant knowledge for improving general well-being and cultivating a sense of inner balance and spiritual awareness.