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Bhramari pranayama breathing exercise

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Institution
Klaipeda University
Institution Typology
University
Country
Lithuania
Description
Close your eyes and breathe deeply in and out. Cover your ears with your hands. Place each index finger above your eyebrows and the rest of your fingers over your eyes. Next, put gentle pressure on the sides of your nose and focus on your brow area. Keep your mouth closed and breathe out slowly through your nose, making the humming “Om” sound. Repeat the process 5 times.
Disease
Lung Cancer, Covid19
Activity level
Low
Activity Typology
Home-based activities
Motivation Tools
Not available
Innovation
It incorporates mindfulness by having you focus on your body.
Evaluation System
A 2017 research review showed that Bhramari pranayama may quickly reduce breathing and heart rate. This tends to be calming and can prepare your body for better sleeping.
Assessment
Deep breathing restores lung function by using the diaphragm. Breathing through the nose strengthens the diaphragm and encourages the nervous system to relax and restore itself.
References
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