A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW ON THE IMPACT OF SURYA NAMASKAR AND LOVING KINDNESS MEDITATION IN TREATING SOCIAL BODY ANXIETY AND BODY DISSATISFACTION IN WOMEN WITH POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME
Vijendra Nath Pathak Yashvi Panjrath
Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results December 31, 2022 DOI: 10.47750/pnr.2022.13.s09.1188 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Review Randomized Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Interventions | Surya namaskar Meditation |
| Duration | 30 minutes daily |
| Topics | Anxiety Meditation |
| Key findings | The authors conclude that the evidence suggests daily Surya namaskar practice for 30 minutes combined with meditation helps manage anxiety and PCOS. Most of the reviewed studies on these practices reported positive results, though the included studies varied in design (randomized controlled trials, non-randomized controlled trials, and uncontrolled investigations) and in the practices and situations assessed. |
Abstract
PCOS, or polycystic ovary syndrome, is not a disease but rather a syndrome. Polycystic ovary syndrome and anxiety are on the rise in India's population. Given that PCOS is a psychosomatic condition, it necessitates both psychological and physiological care. Meditation and the yoga posture known as Suryanamaskar have been shown to alleviate and control the anxiety and PCOS symptoms that plague so many women. increases one's happiness and well-being in the long run.
Aim: The goal of this research is to comprehensively evaluate the efficacy of Surya namaskar and meditation for the treatment of PCOS and anxiety.
Method: It includes several research papers published between 2014 and 2021. Empirical studies of Surya namaskar and meditation, as well as the efficacy outcomes achieved via practice, were included as eligibility criteria. Tableau was used to graphically display the number of reviews, PCOS health outcomes, overcome with anxiety and intervention effects. About 24 research publications were carefully examined, and 12 were deemed to be the most pertinent for evaluation.
Result: This map encompasses several studies, with Suryanamaskar and meditation was used for treating PCOS and anxiety being the key word that retrieved the highest number of results. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs), non-randomized controlled trials, and uncontrolled investigations were among the studies that were found. Various meditation and Surya namaskar practices were assessed in various situations. The bulk of studies on Surya namaskar and meditation practice showed positive results and a positive potential.
Conclusion: Overall, the evidence suggests that Daily Suryanamaskar practice for 30 minutes with meditation helps management of anxiety and polycystic ovarian syndrome.
Comparable studies
Other narrative reviews on anxiety, most cited first.
| Study | Year | Design | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mindfulness-based interventions: an overall review General (healthcare, schools, workplace) | 2021 | Review | |
| A Consensus Statement on the Use of Ketamine in the Treatment of Mood Disorders | 2017 | Review and consensus statement | |
| Sudarshan Kriya Yogic Breathing in the Treatment of Stress, Anxiety, and Depression: Part II—Clinical Applications and Guidelines | 2005 | Review | |
| Mindfulness Meditation and Psychopathology | 2018 | Review | |
| Management of Treatment-Resistant Depression: Challenges and Strategies | 2020 | Review |