Effect of Kapalabhati in a Patient with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome- A Case Report
Published: March 1, 2021 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.7860/JCDR/2021/45717.14666
AP Rashmitha, KU Dhanesh Kumar, P Shilna Rani, GS Pooja
1. Lecturer, Department of Physiotherapy, NITTE Institute of Physiotherapy, Mangalore, Karnataka, India.
2. Professor, Department of Physiotherapy, NITTE Institute of Physiotherapy, Karnataka, Mnagalore, India.
3. Assistant Professor, Department of Physiotherapy, NITTE Institute of Physiotherapy, Deralakatte, Mangaluru, India.
4. Medical Officer, Department of Physiotherapy, SDM Yoga and Nature Cure Hospital, Sowkhyavana, Pareeka, Udupi, India.
Correspondence
AP Rashmitha,
Nitte Institute of Physiotherapy, Mangalore, Karnataka, India.
E-mail: rashmitha1409@nitte.edu.in
An eight-week Kapalabhati practice was given to a female aged 19 years who was diagnosed with bilateral Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). Kapalabhati is one of the simplest yet important parts of Shatkarmas in Yoga, which is known to improve metabolic fitness. The PCOS is a complex hormonal disorder with metabolic derangements and insulin resistance as an integral part, which also plays a significant role in its aetiology. The condition can be exacerbated by the co-existence of obesity. Hence, improvement in the metabolic profile is the key step in the management of PCOS.
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