Open AccessEffect of Kapalabhati in a Patient with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome- A Case Report
Author(s) -
AP Rashmitha,
KU Dhanesh Kumar,
Pallavi Rani,
G Pooja
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
journal of clinical and diagnostic research
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2249-782X
pISSN - 0973-709X
DOI - 10.7860/jcdr/2021/45717.14666
Subject(s) - insulin resistance , metabolic syndrome , medicine , etiology , polycystic ovary , lifestyle modification , obesity , metabolic disorder , endocrinology , gynecology , pediatrics
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.