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Effect of Yoga on Endothelial Function: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Satish G Patil1, Vitthal Khode1, Edmin Christa2,3
1Department of Physiology, SDM College of Medical Sciences & Hospital, Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara University, Dharwad, India.
Journal of Integrative and Complementary Medicine
|October 25, 2023
Summary
Yoga practice was found to improve endothelial function, a key indicator of vascular health. This systematic review and meta-analysis suggests yoga may be a safe, integrative approach to enhance endothelial function.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Science
- Integrative Medicine
- Public Health
Background:
- Endothelial dysfunction is an early marker of atherosclerosis and a contributor to various diseases, including cardiovascular conditions, diabetes, and cancer.
- Protecting or reversing endothelial dysfunction may prevent vascular and cardiac diseases.
- Existing studies on yoga's effects on endothelial function require synthesis to determine its overall efficacy.
Conclusions:
- Yoga practice demonstrates a positive effect on improving endothelial function.
- Yoga may serve as a safe and effective integrative therapy for enhancing endothelial health.
- Further large-scale clinical trials are warranted to solidify clinical recommendations due to moderate heterogeneity.
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