A comparative clinical trial to rule out the impact of Yoga Nidra and Padabhyanga on Insomnia Disorder
Abstract
Everyday living involves sleep in one way or another. Sleep problems lower a person's productivity and sense of calm. There are numerous allopathic medications available to promote sleep, but they all have different adverse effects. In an attempt to address this, a trial using Yoga Nidra and Padabhyanga was conducted at Parul Ayurved Hospital on Nidranasha patients over a 30-day period. Yogic interventions are simple to implement and have no negative side effects. The patients' sleep metrics showed a noticeable improvement also.
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