The ancient Indian art gets popular in the west as a cure
According to a recent study, it has been suggested that yoga is helpful in controlling arthritis and mood. It has offered help to millions of people across the globe, who suffer from arthritis.
A random trial was done of people who had two most common forms of arthritis, and it was found that yoga was not only safe but also effective for people who had arthritis. Researchers at Johns Hopkins found out that eight week of Yoga classes had improved the physical and mental condition of the people. The research was done on people who had two most common forms of arthritis, knee osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
In the recent years, there has been an increase in interest in yoga as a therapy to cure arthritis. One in 10 people in the US who are now suffering from arthritis is practicing doing yoga in order to cure it. Yoga is especially suited to people who have arthritis; as it combines the physical activity and with effective relaxation techniques.
Arthritis happens to be one of the leading causes of disability; it affects one in five adults. A majority of these adults are below the age of 65. Because the illness affects the mobility of the person, it also affects the overall health of a person and a diminished quality of life.
90 per cent of the people who suffer from arthritis are less active than they should actually be. This is partly because of the stiffness and pain in the joints and also because they do not know how to remain active.
The researchers have made a checklist for the doctors so that they can recommend yoga to their patients. People who are considering yoga should have a word with their doctors about which specific joints are of concern and about the modification of poses.
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