Journal of Stress Physiology &
Biochemistry, Vol.
8 No. 4
2012, pp. 218-225 ISSN 1997-0838
Original Text Copyright (cc) 2012 by Tiwari, Tiwari, Gehlot, Singh
ORIGINAL
ARTICLE
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Outcome of Breathing Exercise
(Pranayam) on Spirometric Parameters in Type 2 Diabetic Individuals: a
Clinical Study
1
Department of Kriya Sharir, Faculty of Ayurveda, Institute of Medical
Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi-221005. 2 Department of Kayachikitsa, Faculty of Ayurveda, Institute
of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi-221005.
*E-Mail: sushmtiwari5@gmail.com
Received August 30, 2012
Pranayama aims by carrying the
involuntary functions of the respiratory mechanism within human
control. The term pranayama has comprised by two words: Prana + Ayama.
Prana is the vital force and energy which permeates the whole universe.
Prana is novel subtle than air and can be defined as the energy essence
that is within everything in the universe. In present time
emphasis is on the beneficial effects of Pranayam in various diseases
i.e. diabetes mellitus, hypertension, obesity and depression by
application of specific exercise like walking in a planned way. This
was also explained and proved by American college of sport medicine. In
Ayurveda various breathing exercise and yogic practices have been
mentioned. The respiratory System, central nervous system and
cardiovascular system are the important systems which are mostly
affected by Pranayam and other physical activities. Breathing exercise
is highly effective in endorsement of respiratory system management of
diseases related to respiratory system.
