Importance and Precautions of Yoga Therapy
New Delhi: Ministry of AYUSH has issued an important message to raise awareness for the effective use of Yoga Therapy. The ministry has stated that yoga therapy is a person-centred process, in which exercises should be selected according to the needs and health condition of the individual.
According to the ministry, a single method in yoga therapy is not suitable for everyone. Every person is different in physical structure, flexibility and internal health. Therefore, everyone's physical, mental and health needs are different, and hence practice should be chosen under the supervision of a qualified yoga practitioner. Regular practice, appropriate lifestyle changes and constant monitoring are essential for it to be effective.
The AYUSH Ministry has also noted the limitations of yoga therapy. Even simple yoga asanas can be risky for patients with high blood pressure, slipped disc, hernia, heart disease or recent surgery. Additionally, it is not an immediate relief treatment and cannot be considered suitable for medical emergencies.
An important point is that yoga therapy should not be considered a substitute for medical diagnosis or doctor-prescribed treatment. Yoga therapy can work in a complementary manner with traditional medical methods, and its true effect can be seen only when customized activities are prescribed keeping in mind the specific health condition of the practitioner.
The ministry has appealed to people to practice yoga responsibly under the “Practice Yoga with Awareness” campaign. Understanding the true scope of yoga is part of responsible yoga practice. In the digital age, there has been an increased tendency to perform difficult exercises by watching internet and social media videos, which often leads to injuries.
Incomplete knowledge and indiscriminate practice of yoga can cause serious harm instead of benefits. Therefore, the Ministry of AYUSH is emphasizing on integrating traditional knowledge with the modern health system in a safe manner. Citizens are requested to adopt Yoga wisely and give priority to doctor's advice in case of any health problem.