Year: 2024 | Month: December | Volume: 14 | Issue: 12 | Pages: 42-53
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20241205
Effectiveness of Suryanamaskar on Pain Intensity, Muscle Strength, Function and Psychosocial Factors in Patients with Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain
Dr. Anuja S Surve1, Dr. Anisha D Gulati2
1,2Department of Kinesiotherapy, MGM School of Physiotherapy, Navi Mumbai
Corresponding Author: Dr. Anisha D Gulati (PhD Scholar, MPT, BPT)
ABSTRACT
Non-specific low back pain is a common, potentially disabling condition usually treated with self-care and non-prescription medication. Yoga is a mind-body exercise used for chronic non-specific low back pain. Yoga can increase awareness of mental and physical states, which undo the physiological effects of negative emotions, broadens cognitive processes (e.g., having a broader perspective regarding problems), and build physical, social and psychological (e.g., self-empowerment) resources. It is culturally accepted in India and has traditionally been a part of daily routine meant for deeper relaxation due to its directional communication between the mental, nervous and musculoskeletal systems, making it one of the ideal therapies for chronic non-specific low back pain. Suryanamaskar is a part of a yoga program known to positively affect muscle endurance, obesity, flexibility and fitness. However, there is paucity of literature on effects of Suryanamaskar in treating low back pain.
Methods: Twenty- four participants with chronic nonspecific low back pain were recruited for 12 weeks Suryanamaskar. Primary outcomes were, pain intensity (VAS), muscle strength (BLC dynamometer), function (MODS) and psychosocial factors (Back PAQ). Data were analysed using Paired t-test.
Results: The pain intensity reduced by 2.76(0.79) cms (p= 0.00), Torso, leg and floor lift strength improved by 21.38(9.16),14.20(8.40), 13.07(6.71) in kgs, (p=0.00), the disability reduced by 13.17 (7.26) percentage (p = 0.00) and Psychosocial factors (attitude and beliefs) on Back PAQ scale improved from 1.50(4.75- 5.75) to 2.00(2.00- 6.50) {median [IQ range; 25-75]}.
Conclusion: Suryanamaskar was effective in reducing pain, improving strength of back muscle, function-like bending forward and prolonged sitting and standing and psychosocial measures in patients with chronic non-specific low back pain. Suryanamaskar can be considered as a treatment strategy for patients with chronic non-specific low back pain in India where it is popular and culturally acceptable.
Key words: Chronic nonspecific low back pain, strength, function, psychosocial factors, Suryanamaskar.