Synonyms/Common Names/Related Substances:

• Ahamkara, asana, Ashtanga yoga, Ayurveda, bheda, Bikram yoga, brahma nadi, chakra, chanting, cleansing techniques, dhyana, gentle yoga, guided imagery, hatha yoga, hot yoga, householder yoga, Iyengar yoga, Integral yoga, Jivamukti yoga, kirtan, Kripalu yoga, kriya, laya yoga, mantra, meditation, muladhara chakra, poses, postures, potential energy, power yoga, prana, pranayama, proprioceptive physical activity, raja, relaxation, Sahaja yoga, shavasana, subtle body, Sudarshan Kriya Yoga (SKY), therapeutic yoga, transcendental meditation (TM), visualization, yoga nidra, yoga therapy, yogic breathing, yui.
• Not included in this review: Forms of yoga other than Kundalini Yoga.

Clinical Bottom Line/Effectiveness

Brief Background:

• Kundalini Yoga is one of many traditions of yoga, which share common roots in ancient Indian philosophy.
• Kundalini Yoga incorporates multiple modalities (physical postures, chanting, meditation, breathing exercises, visualization). It is advocated as a way to keep the body in good condition and train the mind to be resilient and flexible in response to stress and change. Proponents claim that it increases oxygen capacity, boosts blood flow, balances the glandular system, strengthens the nervous system, and increases self-awareness, vitality, peace of mind, concentration, and self-confidence. It is recommended for people of all ages.
• Since most health conditions are influenced by psychophysiologic mechanisms, Kundalini Yoga may play a role in ameliorating symptoms and improving quality of life in many illnesses.
• Yoga is generally regarded as safe, although some regimes are contraindicated in certain conditions or specific illness, so therapy should be exercised under well-qualified guidance.
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References

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