Authors : T.K.Vanishri
Page Nos : 251-255
Description :
Disease (COVID-19) has affected the psychological wellbeing of the general public. The impact of LOCK DOWN andsocial distancing and policies have exacerbated this stress and anxiety due to the covid -19 pandemic. It is well-documented that stress and depression can increase the risk respiratory infection and overall physical health. At this unprecedented time, measures to enhance well-being and respiratory function through yoga, pranayama and meditation can help mitigate stress. In this review, i am describe the use of Pranayama, a branch of yoga practice, to allay stress and mitigate anxiety related to COVID-19. This yoga breathing method involves regulating the flow of breath consciously by a deliberate process and it involves the stages of inhalation, exhalation and retention of breath. Pranayama assists in mental clarity as well as emotional and physical control. Using illustrations, I have provided the steps on how these techniques can be performed. This is easy-to-learn approach can be translated to the inpatient and outpatient settings to be used on a daily basis during the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure well-being among the public health
