Effect of 4 Weeks of Moon Salutations on Dynamic Balance and Flexibility in Young Adults: A Pilot Study

Aims: To assess the effect of moon salutations on balance and flexibility in young adults. Study Design: Single-group pre-post quasi experimental design. Place and Duration of Study: Community Dwelling Settings from Mumbai and Navi Mumbai between December 2021 and March 2022. Methodology: A pilot study carried out with 15 participants in the age group of 18-30 years. Those with any musculoskeletal and cardiorespiratory complaints were excluded. Their informed consent was obtained. Demographic data was recorded and baseline assessment in the form of Star Excursion Balance Test and Sit & reach test (SRT) was taken. Intervention was explained to participants and carried out for thrice a week for 4 weeks. Post-intervention, parameters are re-assessed. Statistical analysis was done by SPSS 16 with normality testing and Wilcoxon test was taken for within group analysis. Results: All parameters for Star Excursion Balance Test were improved. Pre and post intervention mean (SD) for SRT were 14.8(+5.4) and 22.9(+7.1) respectively. Conclusion: This study demonstrates positive effect of Moon Salutations in improving balance and flexibility in young adults.