Abstract: Background: Chronic knee pain is a debilitating condition affecting millions worldwide. While conventional treatments provide symptomatic relief, complementary therapies like yoga are gaining popularity. This study compares the efficacy of two yoga asanas, Veerbhadrasan and Trikonasan, in managing chronic knee pain.
Methods: A randomized controlled trial was conducted with 120 participants having chronic knee pain. They were allocated to Veerbhadrasan (n = 40) Trikonasan (n = 40) and control (n = 40) groups. The intervention groups practiced....
Keywords: chronic knee pain; yoga; Veerbhadrasan; Trikonasan; pain management; complementary therapy
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