A Pilot Study on Effect of SKY on Psychosocial Parameters of Type 2 Diabetic Patients After a 6 Days

Diabetes is a psychologically and behaviorally demanding disease; therefore psychosocial factors are relevant to nearly all aspects of its management. Research findings have demonstrated that depression is more common in patients with diabetes than in the general population, at least 15 % of patients have clinical depression.Yoga is a mind-body alternative therapy which can be used to prevent and treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and related complications.

Sudarshan kriya Yoga is a unique yogic breathing practices which involves several types of cyclical breathing patterns, ranging from slow and calming to rapid and stimulating. It is recommended for relaxation, stress management, control of psycho physiological states and to improve organ function. In this pilot study Investigator recruited 24 type 2 diabetic patient and those who consent were provided with 6 days yoga course for a duration of 3 hours and trained to practice SKY at home for 12 week. At baseline and after 6 days of SKY, questionnaire on anxiety, depression and quality of life were provided to them. Biochemical parameters were measured at baseline and after 12 weeks of yoga. Two follow up yoga session were provided to the participants. Primary outcome were pre to post intervention change in the mental health and quality of life.

Inclusion criteria

• Patients showing stress as per the stress indicators.
• Patients of both gender of age 30 to 65 years on oral anti diabetic agents
• Patient is able to perform yoga postures and breathing exercise.
• Patient is able to consent for the study.
• Patient should be able to understand English as that is the medium used.

Exclusion criteria

• Bipolar disorder
• Antidepressant drugs
• Type 1 diabetes
• Pregnancy
• Any acute coronary symptoms in past 6 months
• Artificial pace-maker
• Previous (SKY) or any type of spiritual meditation practiced within 6 months