Dr. Nitu Tegta, Dr. Umesh Shukla, Dr. Rajika Gupta, Prof. T.C Thakur
Vol. 6, Jul-Dec 2018
Abstract:
Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD), avery common hormonal disorder was originally described in 1935 by Stein and Leventhal. The prevalence of this disease is ranging from 20-30% in females. It is a heterogenous disorder that usually present during adolescence (according to WHO, adolescent age is between 10-19 years). This condition is arising these daysdue to busy schedule, abnormal physical, mental, behavioral problems. Therefore, a holistic approach is required to tackle such problem. In this study an attempt has been made that how Yogicprocedures including Ashtanga Yoga is helpful in preventing this condition along with awareness to prevent the upcoming problems. I will highlight the usefulness of Shatkarma-Jala Dhauti, Jala Neti, Trataka, Kapalbhati; Ashtanga Yoga- Yama(Ahimsa, Satya, Asteya, Bhramcharya, Aparigraha), Niyama(Saucha, Santosha, Tapa, Swadhayaya, Ishwara pranidhana), Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharna, Dhyana, Samadhi.