A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY OF DHRISTI SADHANA YOGA KRIYA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF MYOPIA - A CASE SERIES

Background: Siddhars are the one who attained perfection in yogic practices to ultimately reach the stage of immortality through higher level yogic practices. Yoga is a holistic approach for both physical and mental health. Yoga as a mind body medicine with its use being recommended as non pharmacological tool for managing various postures[Asanas] has been shown to have therapeutic benefits for individuals. Aim: To evaluate the effectiveness of Dhristi sadhana kriya yoga in the management of myopia patients in OPD of Siddhar Yoga Maruthuvam, Government Siddha Medical College & Hospital, Palayamkottai. Materials and Methods: Descriptive study-Case Series. The study was conducted on 30 patient of Myopia. Computerized vision test report were documented before and after treatment. All data will be Statistical analyzed and appropriate result will be determined. Results and Discussion · Study will reveal the effectiveness of Dhristi sadhana kriya treatment for myopia. · If the outcome is favourable, Dhristi trataka techniques will be proceeded for further research. An effective trataka procedure for treating myopia will be accomplished.