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- Volume 2 (Issue 1) JANUARY- JUNE 2026
Research Articles
Pranayama-Supported Nursing Interventions for Anxiety Reduction in Postoperative Cardiac Patients
Vol.2(1); Pages:1-9. Published on April-2026
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Cardiac surgery patients are at risk of postoperative anxiety, which may adversely impact on recovery, sleep and cardiovascular stability. This paper tested the use of pranayama-assisted nursing care as a therapeutic addition to reduce the level of anxiety in postoperative cardiac patients. It was a randomized controlled clinical trial that was carried out among 120 adult patients admitted to a tertiary cardiac care unit. The participants were randomly divided into an intervention group consisting of structured pranayama sessions under the guidance of trained nurses twice a day during seven days, and the control group consisting of the normal postoperative nursing care. The anxiety was assessed with the help of the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale and also by physiological parameters, such as variability of heart rates and blood pressure. The intervention group exhibit statistically significant reduction in scores of anxiety and autonomic balance as was compared with the control group. The patients also stated that they felt better, their sleep quality improved, and they were more satisfied with the nursing care. The implications of these findings are that incorporation of simple yogic breathing practices into nursing practice is a potential safe and cost-effective supplement of cardiac recovery units. The research assists in enhancing nurse-initiated yoga-based treatment regimens to enhance comprehensive postoperative services.
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Nurse-Led Yoga Relaxation Protocol for Chronic Pain Management in Geriatric Rehabilitation Units
Vol.2(1); Pages:10-19. Published on April-2026
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Chronic musculoskeletal pain is a major contributor to reduced mobility and diminished quality of life among elderly individuals undergoing rehabilitation. This prospective cohort study examined the effectiveness of a nurse-led yoga relaxation protocol incorporating gentle asanas, breathing exercises, and guided body awareness techniques in geriatric rehabilitation units. The study involved 98 patients aged over 65 years who were receiving physiotherapy-based rehabilitation. Over a six-week intervention period, nurses trained in therapeutic yoga conducted daily 30-minute sessions emphasizing slow stretching, controlled breathing, and relaxation. Pain intensity was assessed using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale, while mobility and functional independence were measured using the Barthel Index. Participants demonstrated significant reductions in reported pain levels and moderate improvements in mobility and daily functioning compared with baseline assessments. Additionally, patients expressed improved emotional well-being and decreased dependence on analgesic medications. The results indicate that structured yoga-based relaxation techniques, when integrated into routine nursing rehabilitation care, can provide meaningful benefits in managing chronic pain in older adults. This study highlights the potential role of nurses in delivering non-pharmacological interventions that support both physical and psychological recovery in geriatric healthcare settings.
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Impact of Yoga Nidra Therapy Delivered by Nurses on Sleep Quality in Oncology Ward Patients
Vol.2(1); Pages:20-28. Published on April-2026
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Among hospitalized patients, oncology patients are often reported to have sleep disturbances caused by treatment related symptoms, psychological stress and environmental factors. The quasi-experimental study compared the impact of nurse-led Yoga Nidra therapy on the quality of sleep among oncology ward patients. Eighty adult cancer patients who had moderate sleep disturbances were recruited and assigned to an intervention group and a comparison group who were provided with normal nursing care. The intervention group was subjected to guided sessions of Yoga Nidra offered by trained oncology nurses to the participants five times a week over three weeks. Sleep quality was measured with the use of Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index and sleep diaries and fatigue, emotional distress were also followed. The results showed that the intervention group showed significant changes in sleep latency, sleep duration, and the quality of sleep as compared to those of the comparison group. Patients also said that they felt less fatigued and relaxed their emotions much better after the sessions. These findings indicate that Yoga Nidra as a nurse-directed intervention has the potential to resolve sleeping troubles in the oncology environment. The incorporation of such mind–body practices in supportive oncology nursing practice can improve the comfort of patients, their psychological stability, and the overall experience of the treatment.
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Therapeutic Effects of Chair-Based Yoga Exercises on Stress Reduction Among Intensive Care Nurses
Vol.2(1); Pages:29-38. Published on May-2026
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High staff turnover and lack of rest are factors that lead to a high amount of occupational stress among nurses in the intensive care setting. This is a cross-sectional interventional study that investigated the therapeutic value of chair-based yoga interventions that are specifically developed to be effective in nurses in intensive care units. There were 75 nurses working in the ICU, and they were put in a four-week program comprising of brief sessions which were weekdays each, with breathing exercises, seated stretches, and some short mindfulness meditation that could be done during work breaks. Perceived stress Scale and salivary cortisol were used to measure stress levels. The outcome showed that there was a significant decrease in the level of perceived stress and physiological indicators of stress after the intervention period. The respondents have mentioned that they felt more mentally lucid, less muscularly strained, and more emotionally resistant during clinical work. This is because the chair-based yoga was especially effective in application in the busy healthcare settings where time and space are at a premium. The findings underline the need to integrate yoga-based treatment measures in occupational health programs among nurses. These interventions could help achieve better well-being, increased job satisfaction, and, possibly, an increase in patient care results in clinical environments with high demands.
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Integration of Gentle Yoga Therapy in Prenatal Nursing Care for Managing Pregnancy-Related Back Pain
Vol.2(1); Pages:39-47. Published on May-2026
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Back pain during pregnancy is an issue that is prevalent among mothers in the second and third trimesters with regard to maternal comfort and functional mobility. This randomized controlled trial assessed the importance of implementing gentle yoga therapy in the nursing care of pregnant women with musculoskeletal pain to reduce it and improve maternal health. One hundred and ten pregnant women who were undergoing routine prenatal services were recruited and separated into the intervention and control groups. The members of the intervention group were subjected to supervised yoga sessions in pregnancy, with the sessions being conducted twice a week, eight weeks, under the guidance of nurses who had been trained in therapeutic yoga practices. Safe stretching exercises, breathing and pregnancy-specific guided relaxation were part of the program. The validated assessment scales were used to measure pain intensity, functional mobility, and quality of life. The scores of back pain, better posture awareness, and more emotional relaxation were significantly low in women who engaged in the yoga intervention as opposed to those who only received standard prenatal care. Moreover, the respondents said that they had greater confidence in physical movement and stress coping during pregnancy. The results endorse the incorporation of yoga-based therapies into prenatal nursing care as one of the non-pharmacological options of relieving pregnancy-related pain and ensuring holistic health of the mother.
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