Effect of Yogic Exercise on Selected Pulmonary Function Tests in Apparently Healthy Elderly Subjects
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A case control study was done to find out the effects of simple yogic exercise programs (asanas and pranayamas) on selected pulmonary function tests of forty elderly individuals of both sexes, between 50 and 70 years of age, with no active medical disorders. The study was conducted at a selected yoga centre in Siliguri town of Darjeeling district of West Bengal. Forced Vital Capacity (FVC), Forced Expiratory Volume in one second (FEV1) and Peak Expiratory Flow Rate (PEFR) were measured, once initially and again after six weeks of yoga training under supervision of a certified yoga instructor. Two instruments were used: a) A Vitalograpgh Gold Standard Spirometer; b) A Wright’s Peak Flow meter. There was definite improvement of ventilatory functions as revealed by significant increase in FVC, FEV1 and PEFR that was measured after 6 weeks. (P<0.05)
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