This pilot study investigated the hemodynamics of a yogic breathing technique claimed ?to help eliminate and prevent heart attacks due to abnormal electrical events to the heart,? and to generally ?enhance performance of the central nervous system (CNS) and to help eliminate the effects of traumatic shock and stress to the CNS.?

• Language: English
• Target / Subjects: 3 males (ages 44, 45, 67) and 1 female (age 41) were recorded. One (1) subject (male age 45) had extensive training in this technique.
• Author: David S. Shannahoff-Khalsa, B. Bo Sramek, Matthew B. Kennel, Stuart W. Jamieson
• Date Published / Reference: J Altern Complement Med. 2004 Oct;10(5):757-66
• Covered Diseases: Heart attack, Traumatic shock, Stress