Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Introduction: Yoga is a holistic practice that aims to bring together our mental, physical, and spiritual aspects in order to achieve a sense of unity and balance. SudarshanKriya (SDK) is an effective rhythmic breathing method that has an impact on the mental, bodily, and spiritual aspects. Material and method:Participants were enrolled by gaining their informed permission and willingness. There were 50 participants in the study, with 29 males and 21 females. These participants had prehypertension (systolic blood pressure between 119mmHg and 140mmHg, and diastolic blood pressure between 79mmHg and 90mmHg), as well as Stage I hypertension (systolic blood pressure between 139mmHg and 160mmHg, and diastolic blood pressure between 89mmHg and 100mmHg). The participants were between the ages of 30 and 50, and were not taking any antihypertensive medication. This could be because they were non-compliant, had adverse drug reactions, or were unwilling to take allopathic medicines.Result:There were no negative responses in any of the participants who were enrolled (n=50). Additionally, the weekly check-in Kriya sessions of extended duration did not have any negative consequences. Table II displays the average systolic blood pressure (SBP) of 138.95mmHg at the beginning, which decreased by approximately 8.58 mmHg after 6 weeks (averaging at 122.49 mmHg). The fall continued with another 7.730mmHg reduction after 12 weeks (averaging at 135.72mmHg).The average diastolic blood pressure (DBP) was 84.46 mmHg, indicating a decrease of approximately 5.1 mmHg after 6 weeks (average 83.25 mmHg) and a further decrease of 3.5 mmHg after 12 weeks (average 79 mmHg).The decrease at every point of follow-up is statistically extremely significant at all phases. A larger decrease has been found in both systolic blood pressure (SBP) and diastolic blood pressure (DBP) during the first 6 weeks compared to the following 6 weeks over the follow-up period.Conclusion:SudarshanKriya Yoga is generally safe and can be used effectively to treat prehypertension and Stage I hypertension, either alone or in combination with anti-hypertensive medicines, as determined by the treating physician. The use of SKY appears to have positive effects on average blood pressure and metabolic indicators in those who are in good health.