Article Abstract
International Journal of Advance Research in Multidisciplinary, 2024;2(2):09-13
Impact of pranayama breathing practice on quality of life, lung function, and asthma control
Author : Manisha and Dr. Leena Jha
Abstract
Asthma is a prevalent long-term respiratory illness characterized by variable airflow limitation, bronchial hyperreactivity, and persistent airway inflammation. Over the past 60 years, the prevalence of asthma, which affects around 300 million people globally, has sharply increased in both adults and children, especially in developed nations. Patients with asthma who have their symptoms inappropriately and infrequently treated have lower quality of life and are unable to lead productive lives. Because of this, maintaining a higher quality of life and controlling the disease must be the primary goals of treating asthma. A multifaceted approach involving nonpharmacological strategies that assist patients in better coping with their asthma is necessary for disease management in addition to pharmacological treatment, as the normal progression of asthma continues with recurrent attacks even with the administration of optimal drugs. As a result, a lot of asthma patients now turn to complementary and integrative methods (including breathing exercises, yoga, herbal remedies, acupuncture, and homeopathy) to cure their condition and reduce their symptoms.
Keywords
Asthma, homeopathy, yoga, herbal remedies, acupuncture