Impact of relaxation therapy on premenstrual symptoms

Nayak, Sneha; Jose, Ancy; Arora, Rajesh; Kamath, Neetha; Nalini, M

doi:10.4103/jehp.jehp_586_22

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“…Some studies have shown that regular yoga practice can improve sperm quality, hormonal balance, and overall fertility. This may be due to reduced stress levels, enhanced blood flow to reproductive organs, and improved endocrine function to improve the functioning of the reproductive system [30,31].…”

Section: Impact Of Yogasana On the Reproductive Systemmentioning

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Exploring the Multidimensional Health Effects of Yogasana: A Comprehensive Overview

Rao,

Pal

2024

Yoga - Exploring the Health Benefits and Diverse Dimensions

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The term “Yoga” is derived from the Sanskrit root “Yuj,” which translates to “to join,” “to yoke,” or “to unite.” Its global appeal stems from its evidence-based holistic approach. Today, a robust scientific consensus exists on the therapeutic benefits of Yoga, supported by a burgeoning body of research. Various Yogic practices, including asana (physical postures), pranayama (breath control), and dhyana (meditation), offer multifaceted health advantages. Yogasana, a cornerstone of Yoga, integrates physical postures with controlled breathing techniques to enhance physiological, psychological, and emotional well-being. As the third limb of Ashtanga Yoga, Yogasana yields diverse physiological effects, from cellular modulation to systemic improvements across the human body. Sukshma vyama, a subset of Yogasana, promotes localized blood circulation and facilitates articulation in synovial joints, thereby optimizing biomechanical alignment and mitigating muscular imbalances. Moreover, Yogasana induces slower, deeper breathing patterns, eliciting a predominant activation of the parasympathetic nervous system, which is crucial for stress management in modern society. Specific asanas stimulate digestive functions, facilitating the absorption and elimination of metabolic waste products, thereby fostering gastrointestinal health and optimizing the gut-brain axis. This chapter offers a comprehensive synthesis of scientific literature elucidating the physiological and psychological effects of Yogasana practice, providing an empirically grounded understanding of its therapeutic potential.

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Section: Impact Of Yogasana On the Reproductive Systemmentioning

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Exploring the Multidimensional Health Effects of Yogasana: A Comprehensive Overview

Rao,

Pal

2024

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“…More over half (53.8%) of the female participants claimed that PMS had a negative impact on their ability to concentrate, work efficiently, and produce results, and Institute of Health Sciences Kesdam XIV/Hasanuddin, Makassar (49.2%) claimed that PMS had a negative impact on their social life activities (Surbhi Teotia, 2020). Another study examined the impact of relaxation therapy on premenstrual symptoms which resulted it can successfully treat PMS and guarantee that all reproductive women lead productive lives (Jose A, 2022).…”

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Effect of LH Hormone on Premenstrual Syndrome in Female Adolescents at Darul Arqam Islamic Boarding School Makassar

Ruqaiyah¹,

Harun²,

Irwan³

et al. 2023

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This study aims to determine the effect of LH on premenstrual syndrome in young women at Darul Arqam Makassar. The research method used was the t test to see the effect of LH concentrations on young women who experienced and did not experience premenstrual syndrome. The population of this study were all young women at the Darul Arqam Makassar Islamic Boarding School. The sample used was 50 young women consisting of 25 young women with PMS and 25 young women who were not. The results showed that there was an influence of the LH hormone with the average value of respondents whose average LH value was 7.36, which was higher than that of PMS, which was 7.35. After the data is processed with the t test obtained p = 0.000 <α = 0.05. This means that there is a significant effect of LH hormone concentration between no PMS, mild PMS, and severe PMS. The conclusion is that there is a significant effect of the concentration of the hormone LH f2α among young women who do not have PMS and PMS and between young women who experience mild PMS and severe PMS at Darul Arqam Islamic Boarding School Makassar.

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“…If stress throughout the cycle causes irregularities in the ALLO system during the premenstrual phase, reducing stress throughout the cycle may prevent some of the symptom development. Existing evidence already suggests that various relaxation techniques can positively impact PMS (Jose et al, 2022). Secondly, HRVB is assumed to increase the inhibitory capacity of the mPFC over the amygdala and, as a result, enhance the inhibition of the default stress response (Schumann et al, 2021).…”

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Smartphone-based heart rate variability biofeedback training improves premenstrual and depressive symptoms as well as anxiety/stress symptoms and attentional executive control: a pilot study

Blaser,

Weymar,

Wendt

2023

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This is a preprint and has not been peer-reviewed. Data may be preliminary.need for low-cost, accessible interventions with minimal side effects. With this pilot study, we aim test, for the first time, the influence of smartphone-based HRVB on depressive and premenstrual symptoms, as well as anxiety/stress symptoms and attentional control. MethodsTwenty-seven participants with above-average premenstrual or depressive symptoms underwent a 4-week photoplethysmography smartphone-based HRVB intervention using a waitlist-control design. Laboratory sessions were conducted before and after the intervention, spaced exactly 4 weeks apart. Assessments included resting vagally mediated heart rate variability (vmHRV), attentional control via the revised attention network test (ANT-R), depressive symptoms assessed with the BDI-II questionnaire, and stress/anxiety symptoms measured using the DASS questionnaire. Premenstrual symptomatology was recorded through the PAF questionnaire if applicable. Data analysis employed linear mixed models. ResultsWe observed improvements in premenstrual, depressive, and anxiety/stress symptoms, as well as the Executive Functioning Score of the ANT-R during the intervention period but not during the waitlist phase. However, we did not find significant changes in vmHRV or the Orienting Score of the ANT-R. DiscussionThese findings are promising, both in terms of the effectiveness of smartphone-based HRVB and its potential to alleviate premenstrual symptoms. Nevertheless, to provide a solid recommendation regarding the use of HRVB for improving premenstrual symptoms, further research with a larger sample size is needed to replicate these effects.

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Impact of relaxation therapy on premenstrual symptoms

Cited by 9 publications

References 20 publications

Exploring the Multidimensional Health Effects of Yogasana: A Comprehensive Overview

Exploring the Multidimensional Health Effects of Yogasana: A Comprehensive Overview

Effect of LH Hormone on Premenstrual Syndrome in Female Adolescents at Darul Arqam Islamic Boarding School Makassar

Smartphone-based heart rate variability biofeedback training improves premenstrual and depressive symptoms as well as anxiety/stress symptoms and attentional executive control: a pilot study

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