LUCKNOW: Yoga is having a positive impact on the lives of filariasis patients in Lucknow by enhancing their mobility and improving their quality of life. Professors from the Institute of Applied Dermatology (IAD), which runs a filariasis network and patient support group, on Sunday shared their views on the initiative under the guidance of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and the Health Department. The IAD centre, set up at the Regional Ayurvedic Institute in Indiranagar, Lucknow, offers various forms of care including yoga and pranayama, which have benefited filariasis patients. Sandeep Kumar, yoga consultant at IAD, highlighted the case of 55-year-old Ganga Prasad, a resident of Chhata Mir, Sitapur Road, who had to close his grocery shop due to filariasis in both his legs. Since incorporating yoga into his treatment, Prasad’s condition has improved significantly. Similarly, 34-year-old Sudha Devi from Kanpur reported that daily exercise has significantly reduced the swelling in her legs. “Eleven months ago, a district health officer introduced her to yoga and exercise during her training. Since then, she has been practicing daily and taking good care of her feet. The biggest benefit is that she can now wear the anklet and perform household chores with ease,” he added. Sandeep Kumar explained that the treatment protocol includes micro-exercises, asanas, pranayama, mudras and savasana. Coordinator Bibhu Raj Kumar said filariasis blocks the lymphatic system, causing lymphatic fluid to build up and resulting in swelling in the affected organs. Regular yoga and exercise helps reduce this swelling and increase lymphatic function. He stressed the importance of prevention, pointing out that filariasis, which is spread through the bite of a mosquito, can take five to 15 years to develop. As there is no effective treatment, prevention remains key.
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