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Relationship Between Belief in Yoga-Based Interventions and Their Perceived Benefits
Dr Sankalp1, Hanjabam Barun Sharma1, Raj Kumar Yadav2
1Sports-Exercise Medicine & Sciences: Lifestyle & Performance Medicine (Health & Physiological Medicine: Clinical & Interventional Physiology) Lab., Department of Physiology, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi (U.P.), India.
Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine
|October 7, 2025
Summary
Belief in yoga-based interventions (YBI) significantly boosts patient satisfaction. However, overall experience and willingness to return depend on factors beyond just belief in yoga.
Area of Science:
- Integrative Medicine
- Ophthalmology
- Psychology
Background:
- Yoga-based interventions (YBI) are known for therapeutic effects.
- Individual belief in yoga's efficacy can impact treatment outcomes.
- Understanding this relationship is key for optimizing patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the link between belief in yoga-based interventions and participant satisfaction.
- To assess how belief influences overall experience and willingness to continue yoga practice.
Main Methods:
- 41 glaucoma patients aged 18-70 were enrolled.
- Participants were randomized into a control group (standard care) and an intervention group (standard care + YBI).
- A four-week intervention was followed by a feedback form assessing belief, satisfaction, and experience.
Main Results:
- A strong belief in YBI correlated positively with higher satisfaction scores.
- Belief significantly enhanced the perceived benefits of the intervention.
- No significant association was found between belief and overall experience or willingness to revisit.
Conclusions:
- Participant belief in yoga-based interventions is a significant factor in enhancing satisfaction.
- While belief impacts satisfaction, other elements like environment and care quality are vital for overall patient experience.
- Future research should consider these multifaceted factors.
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