A randomized comparative trial of Yoga and Naturopathy to reduce occupational stress

Authors

  • Supreet J Lobo PG scholar, Dept. of Shalya Tantra, IPGT & RA, Jamnagar
  • Tukaram Sambhaji Dudhamal
  • Gupta S K Reader, Dept. of Shalya Tantra, IPGT & RA, Jamnagar
  • Bhuyan C B Professor and Head, Dept. of Shalya Tantra, IPGT & RA, Jamnagar

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47552/ijam.v2i2.33

Keywords:

Occupational stress, Asana, Pranayama, Massage, foot bath, Mud pack

Abstract

Stress at workplace is a relatively new phenomenon of modern lifestyles. The nature of work has gone through drastic changes over the last century and it is still changing at whirlwind speed. It has touched almost all professionals, starting from an artist to a surgeon, or a commercial pilot to a sales executive. Yoga which is a practical philosophy is the best way to combat the stress at the working place known as occupational stress. The century old Naturopathy is an effective and handy way to relieve stress and its related ailments. Total 12 patients working in the field of research were divided into two groups; in one group patients were made to practice Yoga therapy for 70 minutes per day. In the second group 6 patients underwent naturopathic treatment for 70 minutes per day. The treatment period in both groups was 21 days. All patients were advised for lifestyle and diet accordingly. Finally after the observation according to professional stress scale the symptoms of stress were significantly relieved in Yoga group as compared to naturopathy group. 

Author Biography

Tukaram Sambhaji Dudhamal

Asst. Professor, Dept. of Shalya Tantra, IPGT & RA, Jamnagar

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Published

13-09-2011

How to Cite

Lobo, S. J., Dudhamal, T. S., K, G. S., & B, B. C. (2011). A randomized comparative trial of Yoga and Naturopathy to reduce occupational stress. International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine, 2(2). https://doi.org/10.47552/ijam.v2i2.33

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 2 (2011): April - June 2011

Section

Research Articles

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