Journal of Yoga & Physical Therapy
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Australian Research Centre in Complementary and Integrative Medicine (ARCCIM), University of Technology, Australia

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• Research Article   
  The use of yoga for chronic health conditions: Results from the Australian 45 and Up Study
  Author(s): Sridhar Maddela*, Jane Frawley, Jon Adams and David Sibbritt
  
  Background: Unprecedented changes to the structure of the Australian population are predicted for the near future, with adults over the age of 65 years estimated to increase by around 50% in the next 15-20 years. The prevalence of chronic diseases among the older adult population is high. In recent years, yoga is being utilised as a means of promoting physical, psychological and social well-being. However, the extent of yoga utilisation among the middle to older aged women in Australia remains unclear. Methods: Data were obtained via a survey of 1,925 women aged 45 years and over living in (State of) New South Wales, Australia diagnosed with asthma, depression, diabetes, osteoarthritis and/or osteoporosis, randomly selected from the 45 and Up Study participants. Results: Consultation with a yoga instructor (3.4%) and self-practiced yoga (4.8%) specifically for chronic illness was rela.. View More»
  DOI: 10.35248/2157-7595.2020.10.301

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