Efficacy of Hatha Yoga Module With Mantra Chanting among Adolescent Boys with Asthma

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the combined effects of Hatha Yoga with Mantra Chanting compared to Hatha Yoga alone on respiratory, biochemical, and psychological parameters among adolescent boys with asthma. While yoga has been studied in respiratory conditions, little evidence exists on the role of mantra chanting as an adjuvant practice to improve pulmonary outcomes. newline A randomized group experimental design was employed with 60 participants, selected through a simple random sampling lottery method. Participants were assigned into two groups 30 each. Group A Practiced Hatha Yoga with mantra chanting and Group B Practiced Hatha Yoga alone. newlinePre and post tests were conducted on Peak Expiratory Flow Rate, Breath Holding Time, C reactive Protein and the Paediatric Asthma Quality of Life Questionnaire. newlineThe intervention was administered for six days per week for 12 weeks, followed by a 12 week follow up period, after which the same parameters were reassessed. newline Both groups showed significant improvements in respiratory efficiency, inflammation control, and quality of life measures. However, Group A demonstrated a greater effect compared to Group B, particularly in PEFR and BHT. Reductions in CRP indicated decreased inflammation, and PAQLQ scores showed enhanced psychological well being. Both interventions were statistically significant at p less than 0.05 level of significance. The inclusion of mantra chanting produced larger effect in respiratory parameters, suggesting an additive benefit. newline The findings indicate that Hatha Yoga combined with mantra chanting is more effective than Hatha Yoga alone in enhancing lung function, reducing inflammatory markers, and improving quality of life among adolescent boys with asthma. This suggests mantra chanting can be a valuable adjuvant practice in yogic therapy for respiratory conditions newline newline