Design and validation of Integrated Yoga Therapy module for Antarctic expeditioners.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Extreme environments are inherently stressful and are characterized by a variety of physical and psychosocial stressors, including, but not limited to, isolation, confinement, social tensions, minimal possibility of medical evacuation, boredom, monotony, and danger. Previous research studies recommend adaptation to the environment to maintain optimal function and remain healthy. Different interventions have been tried in the past for effective management of stress. Yoga practices have been shown to be beneficial for coping with stress and enhance quality of life, sleep and immune status.

Objective

The current article describes preparation of a Yoga module for better management of stressors in extreme environmental condition of Antarctica.

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SUBMITTER: Balakrishnan R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7329722 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Apr - Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature