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Yoga for high-risk pregnancy: a randomized controlled trial
C S Deshpande1, A Rakhshani, A Rakshani
1Yoga and Life Sciences, S-VYASA University, Bangalore, India.
Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research
|October 12, 2013
Summary
Yoga therapy (YT) significantly reduced maternal stress in high-risk pregnancies. This cost-effective intervention offers a feasible and safe approach to managing stress during pregnancy.
Area of Science:
- Maternal-fetal medicine
- Integrative and complementary medicine
- Psychosomatic medicine
Background:
- Technological advancements improve micro-premature and very low birth-weight infant survival rates.
- Increased infant survival rates lead to significant financial burdens for healthcare organizations.
- These economic challenges impact third-party payers and society.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a yoga therapy (YT) module in reducing maternal stress levels.
- To assess the impact of YT on perceived stress scale (PSS) during high-risk pregnancies.
Main Methods:
- A single-blind randomized controlled trial was conducted with 68 pregnant women.
- Participants were divided into a control group (standard antenatal care) and a YT group.
- Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) was measured at 12, 20, and 28 weeks of gestation.
Main Results:
- The YT group showed a significant decrease in PSS scores by the 28th week of pregnancy compared to the control group (P = 0.02).
- Women in the YT group reported fewer pregnancy discomforts and a significant reduction in PSS.
- The control group experienced an increase in stress levels.
Conclusions:
- Yoga therapy (YT) module effectively decreases stress levels in high-risk pregnancies.
- YT is a cost-effective, feasible, and safe option for managing stress during high-risk pregnancies.
- Further well-designed studies are recommended to support broader clinical recommendations.
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