Efficacy of Integrated Approach of Yoga Therapy among Sleep-Deprived Individuals

Abstract

Background: Sleep is crucial for brain function and is reversible. The American  National Sleep Foundation recommends 7-8 hours of sleep per night. Yoga can  improve sleep quality by increasing flexibility and core strength. This study aims to  understand and emphasize the advantages of practicing one hour of IAYT (Integrated  Approach of Yoga Therapy) for four weeks for adults and early middle-aged people  suffering from sleep deprivation. Methods: A single-group pre-test post-test design, with 40 samples aged between 25  and 50 years, who met the eligibility criteria was included after obtaining informed  consent. A one-hour Yoga session based on the Integrated Approach of the Yoga  Therapy module was given for 4 weeks, and pre- and post-sleep quality was analyzed  with the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) scale. Results: There were significant changes in all the components of PSQI values; as the  sleep duration mean value reduced from 2.30 to 1.38 & p <0.000, subjective sleep  quality value reduced from 2.75 to 1.80 & p <0.000, sleep latency value reduced from  2.18 to 1.43 & p <0.000 and day time dysfunction value reduced from 1.95 to 0.85 &  p <0.000 among the participants. < 0.000, subjective sleep quality value reduced from 2.75 to 1.80 & p < 0.000, sleep  latency value reduced from 2.18 to 1.43 & p < 0.000, and daytime dysfunction value  reduced from 1.95 to 0.85 & p < 0.000 among the participants. Discussion & Conclusion: Yoga improves sleep quality by reducing latency,  increasing deep sleep, reducing disruptions, and improving efficiency. This study  found a significant improvement in sleep quality and quality of life after IAYT in  adults who are suffering from sleep deprivation. Further research involving larger  samples with controlled clinical settings is recommended.