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INFLUENCE OF YOGIC PRACTICES AMONG MIDDLE AGE DIABETIC PATIENTS

C.KAMATCHI M.sc yoga, Department of yoga, Tamilnadu Physical Education and Sports University Chennai-600127.

INTRODUCTION  Diabetes is an endocrine disease.  It is a metabolic disorder.  Diabetes is due to either the pancreas not producing enough insulin,or the cells of the body not responding properly to the insulin produced  6.7 crore indians are affected  Normal fasting blood glucose range is 70-100mg/dl  Post parandial blood glucose range is upto 140 mg/dl  There are three types : Type1,Type2(common) and gestational diabetes  Yoga makes up feel good all- around, improving our sense of well-being and making us feel lighter. .

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Types of Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 diabetes mellitus results from the pancreas, fails to produce the enough insulin due to loss of beta cell (Islets of Langerhans). It is referred to as insulin dependent diabetes mellitus or juvenile diabetes. the causes is unknown Type 2 begins with insulin resistance, a condition in which cells fail to respond to insulin properly this is referred to as “ non insulindependent diabetes mellitus. Gestational Diabetes Mellitus is the third main form and occurs during pregnancy.

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OBJECTIVE OF THE STUDY  Yoga is an ancient Indian psychological and physical exercise regimen and a number of controlled studies exist on the effectiveness of Yoga on diabetes mellitus.  Regular practice of Yoga establishes natural harmony and functional balance between various organ systems, leading to better health and feeling of well-being.  To bring out awareness on diabetes

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STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

The Purpose of the study is to bring out awareness on the effect of yogic practices among aged Type 2 diabetic patients.

CAUSES

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Obesity Sedentary living Eating high caloric food Stress Genetic factors Urbanization Smoking, alcohol

SYMPTOMS  Increased urine output  The dehydration also causes increased thirst and water consumption.  A relative or absolute insulin deficiency eventually leads to weight loss.  The weight loss of diabetes patients also complain of fatigue.  Nausea and vomiting can also occur in patient with untreated diabetes

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COMPLICATIONS

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Nerve disorders Eye problems Kidney problems Infertility Heart problem.stroke Brain damage Liver problem etc., Foot ulcer

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REMEDIES

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Yogic practices Walking Exercises Fasting Balanced diet Vitamin D Prober sleep etc.,

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YOGIC PRACTICES FOR TYPE 2 DIABETES

1.Suryanamaskar 2.Savasana 3.Padahastasana 5.Viparithkarani 6.Artha Halasana 7.Bhujangasana 9.Paschimuttasana 10. Pawanmuktasana 11. Mandukasana 12.Yoga mudra 13.Ujjyai pranayama 14.Nadi Shodana pranayama

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CRITICISM  Middle age is the age of diseases and thus threatening illness.  Though visual acuity, strength and endurance decline from the peak of early adulthood, healthy aging is not impossible.  Elderly People require special attention and guidance not all asanas can be performed. Elderly people get exhausted quickly. Certain yogic practices have to be modified according to their fitness level in all aspects.

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BENEFITS OF YOGIC PRACTICES FOR DIABETES

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Activates internal organs. Activates blood flow to the wounds. Avoid injuries by activating nerves. Responsiveness to immune cells. Activates cells to absorb sugar. To speed up healing by activating tissues.  Avoids infections.      

CONCLUSION  Yoga intervention appears to improve the QOL and sleep quality of elderly Type 2 diabetes.  Yoga intervention reduces stress, anxiety and depression by improving their performance at work.  Yoga intervention helps the elderly people to stay away from diseases.  Yoga intervention also helps elderly people to do their work independently without the risk of falling.  Yoga is thus needed for the total wellbeing of middie age.

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REFERENCES

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WEB SITES:  www.artofliving.org  www.top10homeremedies.com  www.endocrineweb.com  www.diabetes.co.uk  www.imhc.org

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