Effect of Uddiyana Bandha in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Case Series

Abstract

Background:Type 2 Diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a non-communicable and chronic metabolic disorder with increasing prevalence in India. Pharmacological management of T2DM has many adverse effects, hence we need to conduct research in complementary and alternative medicine. Uddhyana bandha is a yogic technique utilized as a complementary practice for various conditions, but its evidence on the impact of T2DM is limited.Objective:his case series aims to assess the effect of Uddhiyana bandha on fasting blood glucose and blood pressure in patients with T2DM.Methods:Three T2DM patients were admitted to our inpatient hospital for a holistic approach combining yoga and naturopathy treatment. During their stay, they participated in 5 minutes of uddhiyana intervention under supervision. We have evaluated Fasting blood glucose (FBG) and Blood pressure (BP) before, immediately after, after 30 minutes, and after 45 minutes of the intervention. Meanwhile next day same 3 patients were assessed for fasting blood glucose level and blood pressure in Shavasana to detect potential effects used as a control group. Results:Preliminary findings indicate that uddhiyana bandha may initially raise fasting blood glucose and blood pressure, but reduces them after 45 minutes compared to controls. However, further research is needed to validate these findings and establish a causal relationship.Conclusion:Uddhiyana bandha is a promising intervention as a complementary therapy for T2DM, but more extensive investigations are required to elucidate its mechanisms and clinical significance.