Yoga Module

Yoga is an ancient system of Indian philosophy. Until recently, in modern medicine, yoga was considered adjunct therapy but during the last few decades, it has been extensively studied as an alternative form of medicine. The lifestyle diseases such as obesity, hypertension, coronary artery disease and diabetes have stimulated the search for good lifestyles habits. In addition, psychological stress is a major contributor to the diseases of modern civilization. This has stimulated the search for strategies for overcoming stress.

Yoga is a way of life. Although its metaphysical aspects are complex, the fundamentals, as applicable to daily life, are quite simple to understand. 

 A method based not on changing the circumstances but on changing our attitude to circumstances. Scientific evidence into the effects of yoga have shown that it modulates autonomic functions, heart rate and influences cognitive processes. It has been shown to have a calming effect on mind and improve alertness and sleep.

With the aim of integrating this ancient science that developed in India with modern day medicine, AIIMS Jodhpur proposes to include yoga in its MBBS and Nursing curriculum. Ten lectures during MBBS and nursing curriculum shall be held to promote this form of alternative medicine and its scientific basis both in health and disease.