International Journal of Biomedical and Advance Research
Effect of yogic breathing (Paranayam) on pulmonary funtion tests (PFT) and visual reaction time in healthy individuals
By Vandna Shelke, A. N. Badwe and Ramchandra G. Latti.
Abstract
Background
Effects of pranayam are well known to affect various physiological parameters. Practice of pranayam helps to improve pulmonary functions and motor skills.
Aim
It is planned to study the effect of pranayam (Anulom-Vilom and Kapalbhati) on pulmonary functions tests and visual reaction time in healthy individuals. Materials: Thirty (n=30) healthy participants between age group of 20-50 years were selected from Loni and surrounding area. These individuals were not suffering from any major disease related with cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous system and any chronic illness.
