A Systematic Review of Yoga Role in Reducing Symptoms and Enhancing Well-Being in Women with Polycystic Ovarian Disease

Abstract: Systematic reviews are invaluable tools for healthcare practitioners and researchers to stay abreast of the rapidly growing evidence base on Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD). Yoga, as a holistic and non-pharmacological intervention, has gained significant interest for its potential to address the biopsychosocial challenges associated with PCOD. By synthesizing existing evidence, systematic reviews can inform clinical practice and shape future research on the effectiveness of yoga in PCOD management. This systematic review examines the efficacy of yoga interventions in improving biopsychosocial outcomes among women with PCOD, following the PRISMA 2020 guidelines to ensure transparency and methodological rigor. Utilizing a pre-defined protocol, this review adhered to the PRISMA 2020 guidelines, employing explicit, reproducible methods to identify, appraise and synthesize primary research on yoga and PCOD. A systematic search was conducted across multiple databases to identify relevant studies, including randomized controlled trials (RCTs), observational studies and qualitative research. The review process included defining objectives, selecting studies through a structured screening process, extracting data, assessing study quality and synthesizing findings. A PRISMA flow diagram was used to detail the study selection process, ensuring clarity and reproducibility. Yoga demonstrates considerable promise as a complementary therapy for managing PCOD, with notable improvements observed in biopsychosocial outcomes. However, methodological limitations, such as heterogeneity in intervention designs and variability in study quality, highlight the need for standardized research protocols and high-quality RCTs. Adherence to PRISMA 2020 guidelines in future systematic reviews will further enhance the reliability and generalizability of evidence to support clinical and research applications.