Role Of Surya-Namaskara In Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Conceptual Study

Swati Alha; Mahesh Kumar; Hetal H Dave; Baldev Kumar

doi:10.48165/

Authors

Swati Alha Assistant professor, Department of Prasuti & Stree Roga, Punjab Ayurved Medical collage & Hospital, Morjanda khari, Sriganaganagar Author
Mahesh Kumar Assistant Professor, P.G. Department of Swasthavritta & Yoga, Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Rajasthan Ayurveda University, Jodhpur Author
Hetal H Dave Assistant Professor, P.G. Department of Prasuti & Stree Roga, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur Author
Baldev Kumar Prof. Baldev Kumar, Vice Chancellor, Shri Krishna AYUSH University, Kurukshetra, Haryana Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.48165/

Keywords:

Hormones, Insulin resistance, Obesity, Polycystic ovarian disease, Surya namaskara, Yoga

Abstract

Polycystic ovarian syndrome or PCOS is quite a common hormonal disorder in women and is characterised by ovarian cysts. PCOS causes hormonal imbalance in women leading to menstrual irregularities, ovulation and fertility problems. Obesity (central) is recognised as an important contributory factor and also induces insulin resistance and hyperinsulinemia. Polycystic ovary may be seen in about 20-30% of normal women in young reproductive age group. Yoga is a discipline to improve or develop one’s inherent power in a balanced manner. Surya namaskara gives body a quick and nice workout. It improves blood circulation results in low cholesterol levels and proper circulation is a good hormonal balance. Surya namaskara helps in reducing weight, better regulation in menstrual cycle and regular practice of Surya namaskara helps to normalise the blood sugar. Therefore, it is being realized that it might be possible to exploring the role of above given Surya namaskara in the treatment of PCOS.

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