Mental and physical outcomes of yoga participation in women with spinal disorders: a qualitative study
Yazarlar (11)
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Gamze Akyol Aydin Adnan Menderes University, Türkiye
Doç. Dr. Sermin Ağralı Ermiş Aydın Adnan Menderes Üniversitesi, Türkiye
Ömür Fatih Karakullukçu
Ministry Of National Education, Türkiye
Ministry Of National Education, Türkiye
Doç. Dr. Özkan Güler Ankara Üniversitesi, Türkiye
Prof. Dr. İzzet Karakulak Mardin Artuklu University, Türkiye
Prof. Dr. Cansel ARSLANOĞLU Sinop Üniversitesi, Türkiye
Arş. Gör. Arif Satıcı Ondokuz Mayis Üniversitesi, Türkiye
Doç. Dr. Gülşah SEKBAN Sinop Üniversitesi, Türkiye
Erol Doğan Ondokuz Mayis Üniversitesi, Türkiye
Prof. Dr. Fatma Neşe Şahin Özdemir Ankara Üniversitesi, Türkiye
Doç. Dr. Hamza Küçük Ondokuz Mayıs Üniversitesi, Türkiye
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(SSCI, AHCI, SCI, SCI-Exp dergilerinde yayınlanan tam makale)
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| Dergi Adı | Frontiers in Public Health (Q1) | ||
| Dergi ISSN | 2296-2565 Dergi Bilgileri (2025) | ||
| Dergi Tarandığı Indeksler | SCI-Expanded | ||
| Makale Dili | Türkçe | Basım Tarihi | 10-2025 |
| Kabul Tarihi | – | Yayınlanma Tarihi | 16-10-2025 |
| Cilt / Sayı / Sayfa | 13 / 1 / 1685627– | DOI | 10.3389/fpubh.2025.1685627 |
| Makale Linki | https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1685627 | ||
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| Yoga, a holistic practice supporting both physical and mental integrity, has gained increasing attention in recent years as a public health–promoting activity. Particularly among women with spinal disorders (e.g., hernia, lordosis, scoliosis, kyphosis), yoga is recognized not only for improving physical functionality but also for contributing significantly to psychosocial parameters such as stress management, self-awareness, and life satisfaction. In this context, the present study aimed to explore the mental and physical outcomes of regular yoga practice in women diagnosed with spinal disorders, using qualitative methods. This study was conducted using a phenomenological design, as the participants had experienced the situation under investigation. It included semi-structured, in-depth interviews with 15 adult participants diagnosed with spinal disorders and with at least 3 months of yoga experience. In line with the nature of qualitative research, the number of participants was deemed sufficient, and it was accepted that data saturation was reached through the interviews conducted with 15 participants. The findings revealed multidimensional benefits, including mental and physical relaxation, improved stress management, postural enhancement, better quality of life, and increased self-compassion. Participants also highlighted the positive influence of yoga on body–mind balance, awareness of personal limits, and a deeper understanding of their condition. These results suggest that yoga functions both as a physical intervention and a psychological support mechanism for women with spinal disorders, promoting active engagement in their treatment … |
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| health promotion | public health | spinal disorders | women’s health | yoga |
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