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VOL. 10, ISSUE 4 (2025)
Effect of yoga and pranayama on blood pressure and pulse rate in prehypertensive adults
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Charmi S Patel, Khushi T Jariwala, Yash M Nai, Dr. Prakashkumar J Patel
Abstract

Background and Objectives: Prehypertension increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Non-pharmacological interventions like Yoga and Pranayama may help reduce blood pressure (BP) and pulse rate (PR).

Materials and Methods: Fifty prehypertensive adults (32 females, 18 males; age 30–60 years) participated in 21 days of Yoga and Pranayama sessions (30 minutes/day, 6 days/week). SBP, DBP, and PR were measured before and after intervention. Paired t-test was used for analysis (p < 0.01).

Results: Significant reductions were observed in SBP (130.20 ± 5.36 → 127.22 ± 6.55 mmHg; p < 0.001), DBP (83.40 ± 3.69 → 80.52 ± 7.92 mmHg; p = 0.009), and PR (76.60 ± 6.63 → 73.74 ± 7.06 bpm; p < 0.001).

Conclusion: Daily Yoga and Pranayama significantly improve BP and PR in prehypertensive adults, supporting its use as a safe, non-pharmacological intervention.
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Pages:58-60
How to cite this article:
Charmi S Patel, Khushi T Jariwala, Yash M Nai, Dr. Prakashkumar J Patel "Effect of yoga and pranayama on blood pressure and pulse rate in prehypertensive adults". International Journal of Yoga, Physiotherapy and Physical Education, Vol 10, Issue 4, 2025, Pages 58-60
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