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Is yoga the key to better cardiac autonomic function in heart failure?

In 2014, a study led by Bandi Hari Krishna and colleagues sheds light on the positive impact of yoga therapy on heart health, specifically in patients with heart failure. The research, conducted over 12 weeks, investigated how integrating yoga into standard medical treatment influences critical cardiovascular parameters, such as heart rate, blood pressure, and cardiac autonomic function. Heart failure, a condition marked by adverse changes … Continue reading Is yoga the key to better cardiac autonomic function in heart failure?

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How effective is osteopathic manipulative treatment for pregnant women’s circulatory health?

In 2013, a study led by Kendi L. Hensel, Christina F. Pacchia, and Michael L. Smith at the obstetric clinics of UNTHealth has shed light on the potential benefits of Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) for pregnant women, particularly in the third trimester. As pregnancy progresses, women experience significant physiological changes, including increased blood volume and cardiac output. These changes can challenge hemodynamic control, especially during … Continue reading How effective is osteopathic manipulative treatment for pregnant women’s circulatory health?

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How effective are lifestyle interventions in managing chronic kidney disease?

Integrating cooking and exercise classes into the routine care of chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients has been largely unexplored. In 2011, a study conducted by Flesher, et. al., aimed to determine if these additions could slow the progression of certain CKD parameters. Researchers evaluated five key health indicators—urinary protein, blood pressure, urinary sodium, glomerular filtration rate, and total cholesterol—over baseline, six months, and twelve months. … Continue reading How effective are lifestyle interventions in managing chronic kidney disease?

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