Programme Name: CHILD CARE

Programme Name: YOGA THERAPY

Syllabus Medical Yoga Therapy

1. Name of the Course: Yoga Therapy
2. Duration: One year
3. COURSE: YOGA THERAPY
4. Objectives:
   • Promoting positive health, prevention of stress related health problems and rehabilitation through Yoga.
   • Integral approach of Yoga Therapy to common ailments.
   • Imparting skills in them to introduce Yoga for health to general public and Yoga for total personality development of students in Colleges and Universities.
   • Invoke scientific attitude and team spirit to channelize their energies
   • To enable them to establish Yoga Therapy centers in the service of common man.
5. Syllabus: The syllabus is made to fulfill these objectives containing theory papers, practical research and project work with clinical experience. ‘PG Diploma Course in Yoga Therapy’ consists of the following evaluation schedule. Theory 3 Papers (100 marks each)
   Practical 1 Papers (200 marks)
   Project 1 Papers (100 marks)
   Clinical Examination and Viva-Voice (Seminar) 1 Papers (200 marks)
   Internal Assessment 1 Paper (100 marks)
   Total Marks 900
   
6. Marks and gradation
   1. Theory Paper Marks
   1.1 Foundation of Yoga philosophy 100
   1.2 Human Biology 100
   1.3 Basics of integral approach to Yoga Therapy 100
   2. Practical
   2.1 Asanas, Pranayamas, Mudras and Bandhas, Kriyas, Meditation Techniques, 100
   2.2 Yoga Therapy Special Techniques. 100
   3. Clinical examination and Viva-Voce.
   3.1 Clinical Examination 50
   3.2 Viva-Voce (seminars) 150
   
7. Project Work
   Each student has to collect initial and final data of at least six patients treated by the student under the guidance of the faculty.
   
8. Scheme of Evaluation: As this is a course with the objectives mentioned above, the assessment will be based on attendance in theory and practical classes, assignments in the form of worksheets for practical, synopsis of lectures for theory, report of the team work, personality changes of students as they go through the course as assessed and evaluated by teachers.
9. Eligibility : 1. Graduation with second Class.
   2. Medical Yoga Certificate course.
   3. Diploma in yoga or allied fields
   4. Entrance Examination.
   
10. Medical Yoga Therapy

Foundations of Yoga

• Orientation to Patanjala Yogasutra:

Introduction to Yogasutra - Nature of Yoga science, Definition of yoga, the nature of seer in pure and modified state, Vrittis - Nature, classification, definition, method to control of chitta vrittis. Samprajnata Samadhi and its classification, asamprajnata and its classification, variation in the attainment of Asamprajnata Samadhi; Iswarapranidhana - a means to attain Samadhi, definition and quality of Iswara. Chittavikshepa,
Chittaprasadana and its associates, control of chitta-vikshepa, different methods of manasthiti and its benefits, Samapatti. Sukshmavishayatwa, Sabijasamadhi, Specialty of Nirvichara, Ritambharaprajna, Nirbijasamadhi, Kriya-yoga and its benefits; Classification, methods to control the Kleshas, Karmashaya, Vipaka of kleshamula, Heyaswarupa, Heyahetu, Drshya and Drasta, Samyoga - Nature & Cause, Hanopaya, Hanaswarupa, Vivekakhyathi, Astanga yoga-Vama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama,
Ratyahara-Bahiranga Yoga, Dharana, Dhyana, Samadhi-Antaranga Yoga, Powers Introduction.

• Orientation of Hathyoga pradipika :

Hatha yoga - Introduction, relationship of Hathayoga and Rajayoga, greatness of Hathayoga, Hathayogi parampara, importance of Hatha and its secrecy, place of Hathayoga Practice, Destructives and constructives of yoga, Yama and Niyama, Asana, methods of Hathayoga Practice, Mitahara, Pathya and Apathya. Rules in food taking, Hathayoga achievements. Paranayama - Benefits of Pranayama, Nadishuddi and Pranayama. Duration and time for pranayama practice, Gradation of
Pranayama, Sweat and Pranayama, Food during pranayama practice, Yukta and Ayukta pranayama, Nadishuddi, Satkriya-Neti, Dhouti, Basti, Nauli, Trataka, Kapalbhati, Gajakarani, Importance of Pranayama practice. Symtoms of Nadishuddhi, Manonnani, Varieties of Kumbhaka-Methods of practice, Classification of their benefits, Hathayogasiddhilakshanam. Kundalini as base for all yoga, Results of Kundalini prabyodha, Synonyms for Susumna, Mudras Bandhas-classification, benefits and methods of practice, Nadanusandhana.

• Orientation to Gheranda Samhita :

Ghatayoga - Introduction, Saptanga yoga, Benefits, Satkriyas - Classification Practicing
methods and benefits. Mudra - Introduction, 25 mudras - Classification, Practicing
methods and benefits. A comparative study of Hathayoga and Ghata yoga.

REFERENCE BOOKS:

1. Rajayoga - Swami Vivekananda - Ramakrishna Ashrama
Publications.
2. Hathayoga Pradipika of Swatmarama - Kaivalyadhama, Lonavala
3. The Science of Yoga - Taimini - Theosophical Publishing House,
Adyar, Madras.
4. Yogasutras of Patanjali - Hariharananda Aranya, University of
Calcutta Press, Calcutta.
5. Patanjal Yoga Pradeepa Omananda Tirtha- Geeta Press,
Gorakhpur.
6. Gherandasamhita - Bihar School of Yoga, Munger, Bihar.
7. Shivayogadipika - Sadashivabrahmendra, Ananda
Ashramagranthavali, Choukhamba Press.
8. Yoga Darshan : Swami Niranjanananda-Sri Panchadashanam
Paramahamsa Alakh Bara, Deoghar.
9. Four chapters on Freedom (commentary on the Yoga sutras of
Patanjali), Swami Satyananda (1983), Bihar School of Yoga,
Munger.

Human Biology

(I) Anatomy & Physiology:

(i) Musculo-Skeletal System :
Muscle - Classification - Histology - properties of each type - distribution - Mechanism of
muscle contraction (Brief) - neuromuscular transmission (Brief), ligaments, tendons,
Skeleton-Bones-types, Structure & function, Spinal column. Joints - Types, Structure,
Function.

(ii) Blood and Immune System :
Composition of blood corpuscles - R.B.C., W.B.C., Platelets.
Plasma, Hemoglobin - Coagulation of blood and anticoagulants. Blood groups and its
importance, lymphatic system, Immunity - types & mechanism.

(iii) Cardiovascular system :
Anatomy of Heart and blood vessels - -Innervation of heart - Properties of cardiac
muscle - Control of cardiac cycle and circulation - Cardiac output - Blood pressure.

(iv) Respiratory System :
Anatomy-Gross - Mechanism of Breathing, Exchange of gases Pulmonary
function tests-lung volumes - Control of respiration.

(v) Digestive system:
Anatomy - Gross - Mechanism of secretion of - Saliva, Gastric Juice,
Pancreatic Juice, Bile, Intestinal secretion - Role of these secretions in digestion of food,
Absorption and assimilation and formation of feces.

(vi) Excretory System and temperature regulation :
Anatomy-Gross - Functions of glomerules and renal tubules Micturition and
composition of urine - structure and functions of skin-Regulation of body temperature.

(vii) Endocrine System :
Anatomy - Gross, Thyroid, Parathyroid, Supra - renal, Pituitary, Islets of
Langerhans - Function of thyroid and parathyroid hormone, effect of hypo and
hyperactivity on the body. Hormones of supra-renal and their action and effect of hypo &
hyper activity on the body. Hormones of pituitary gland- its action and effect of hypo &
hyper activity on the body. Role of insulin in glucose metabolism.

(viii) Special senses :
Eyes Anatomy, Corneal function, Physiology of vision &
accommodation, Sense of smell - nasal mucosa, tongue, taste buds. Ear-Mechanism of
hearing and function of semicircular canal.

(ix) Reproductive System :
Anatomy - Gross of Male reproductive system - Spermatogenesis. Female
reproductive system - Ovarian hormones, Menstruation, Pregnancy, Parturition,
Lactation.

(x) Central Nervous System :
Anatomy - Gross - Cerebrum, cerebellum, Spinal cord. Histology - Nerve - structure and
properties of neurons - Nerve - Action Potential - generation propagation - factors
influencing. Classification of neurons and nerve fibers Receptors and reflex arc.
Functions and important connections of Cerebrum, Pons, Medulla, Thalamus,
Hypothalamus, Cerebellum - Autonomic nervous system - Sympathetic and
parasympathetic - anatomy & functions.

2. Yogic Diet : Nutrition & related Biochemistry :
Dietetics in Yoga Therapy - Classification according to triguna-Vegetarian Vs. nonvegetarian
diet, Panchabhuta relationships, Rasa virya, Guna, Vipaka.

Nutrition :
Nutrients, proximate principles of diet - their importance.
Carbohydrates : Monosaccharide, polysaccharides.
Proteins, amino acids.
Lipids - triglycerides - essential fatty acids
Minerals - Calcium, iron, other trace elements in human nutrition.
Vitamins - Fat soluble and water soluble vitamins.

REFERENCE BOOKS :
1. Human Physiology - Chatterjee
2. Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses
3. Illustrated Physiology by Ann B Menaught
4. A text book of Biochemistry - Subba Rao
5. A text book of Medical Physiology - Guyton
6. Introduction to Psychology - by Hilgard, E.R. Atkinson, R.L. and
Atkinson. (1979) R. C. Harcourt Brace Jovanvich, New York.
7. Basic Psychology, stranges, R & Solley, C. M. (1970), Tata Mcgraw-
Hill, New Delhi.

Basics of Integral Approach to Yoga Therapy

1. Sankhyayoga :
Introduction, 3 fold afflictions, means to overcome afflictions, 25 entities according to
Sankhya, means of knowledge, Satkarya vada, similarities and dissimilarities of vyakta
and avyakta, triguna, existence of purusha, plurality of purusha, proximity of purusha
and prakrti, samyoga, Sarga, Pratisarga, Karan (Antahkarana and Bahyakarana)
Avisesha and Visesha, Sharira.

2. Bhagavadgeeta :
A critical study of Sankhyayoga : Introduction, message of strength, declines to fight
against the respected ones, spiritual anguish, consistency is yoga, immortality of Atma,
nature of death, feeling related to body, real and unreal, atma is real, characteristics of
atma, view of materialistic life, swerve not from duty, karma and karmayoga, way of
wordly life, triguna, samatvayoga, qualities of restrained mind, characteristic of
enlightened man, nature of uncontrolled senses, muni, samyami, bramhajnani.
A critical study of Dhyana yoga : Introduction, karmayoga and karmasanyasa, yogi and
sanyasi, self is ultimate for an individual, qualities of a man whose senses are
controlled, environment for meditation, place, seat, posture, condition of mind. Method of
meditation, result of meditation, criterion for progress in meditation, conductives for
yoga, one pointedness of mind, bliss in yoga, other traits of yoga, nature of mind, control
of mind, perfection in yoga, merit of enlightened yogi, culturing of mind, fate of imperfect
yogi, yoga is unparalleled.
Bhakti-yoga-Character-types of Bhakta, methods.

3. Upanishads :
Essence of Upanishads, Isavasya, Taittariya etc.

4.  Ayurveda:
Tridosha, Dhatu, Mala, Sadasa, concept of health according to Ayurveda, dinacharya,
sadvrtta, rutucharya.
Elements of snehana, svedana, vaman-virechana, bastikriya in Panchakarma.

REFERENCE BOOKS :
1. Sankhyakarika : Ishwarakrishna
2. Shrimad Bhagavadgita - Dr. S. Radhakrishna
3. Dashopanishat
4. A Critical survey of Indian Philosophy - Chandradhara Sharma
5. Philosophy of Yoga : Swami Jnanananda, Sri Ramakrishnashrama
Publications.
6. Yoga as a Philosophy and Religion - S. N. Dasgupta, Calcutta.
7. Gita for Modern man : Krishna Chaitanya (1986), New Delhi,
Clarion Books.
8. Swami Krishnananda, A short history of religious and philosophic
thought in India.
9. Basis and applications of Yoga : Published by SVYASA,
Bangalore.

10. Yoga Therapy in Practice :
A comprehensive study of the definition, pathophysiology, aetiology, clinical features,
assessments and yoga therapy for ailments of the following systems:- Nervous,
Endocrine, Respiratory, Cardio-vascular, Digestive, Musculo Skeletal, Reproductive
systems and Pregnancy.
Medical yoga’s evolved methodology for the following diseases.
Respiratory System - Nasal Allergy and Asthma sinusitis,
Cardiovascular System - Hypertension and coronary Artery diseases,
Digestive System - Hyperacidity, Irritable bowel syndrome,
Reproductive System – improved sexual capacity, menstrual disorders,
Endocrine System - Diabetes, Obesity, Thyroid(Hypo and Hyper),
Nervous System - Migraine,
Psychiatry - Anxiety, depression, stress, Insomnia,
Musculo Skeletal System - Arthritis, Back pain, Ankylosing spondylitis, frozen shoulder, neck pain, calves pain, heel pain, hip pain, sacrolliac pain, flat foot problems, carple tunnel syndrome, restless leg syndrome, etc.
Pregnancy - Role of stress in problems of pregnancy, Labour and fetal, avoiding stretch marks and helping normal delivery.
Special senses - Yoga for eyes.

REFERENCE BOOKS
1. The Principles and Practice of medicine Davidson
2. Apley’s system of Orthopedics’
3. Anatomy and Physiology of Yogic Practices - M.M Ghore,
Kaivalyadhama, Lonavala, Pune.
4. A Systematic course in the ancient tantric techniques of yoga and
kriya - Bihar School of Yoga, Munger.
5. Yoga for different ailments - series published by SVYASA,
Bangalore and Bihar Yoga Bharati.
6. Yoga for common ailments : Robin Monro, Nagarathna & Nagendra
- Guia Publication, U.K.
7. Yoga therapy : by Swami Kuvalayanand, Kaivalaya dhama,
Lonavala.
8. Yogic therapy : Swami Shivananda, Umachal Yoga Ashram,
Kamakhya, Assam.
7. Light on Pranayama - B.K.S. Iyengar
8. Asana, Pranayama, Mudra, Bandha - Swami Satyananda
Saraswati, Bihar School of Yoga, Munger.
9. Promotion of positive Health - published by SVYASA, Bangalore
10. Pranayama - published by SVYASA, Bangalore
11. Bandhas & Mudras - by Swami Geetananda, Anandashrama,
Pondicherry

11. Practical - II

• Selected Kriyas

• Agnisara
• Kapalabhati
•  Trataka

• Meditation :

1. Traditional Meditation Techniques
2. Trataka : Bahiranga and Antaranga
3. Antarmauna

• Yoga Therapy Special techniques:

Specially evolved yoga therapy with yoga props like yoga chair, yoga benches, yoga belts. Yoga pillows, yoga bolsters etc.

REFERENCE BOOKS :
1. Hathayoga Pradeepika - Swami Satyananda saraswati and Swami
Muktibodhananda Saraswati, (1993), Bihar School of Yoga,
Munger.
2. Asana, Paranayama, Mudra, Bandha - Swami Satyananda
Saraswati, Bihar School of Yoga, Munger.
3. Hathayoga Pradeepika
4. Gheranda Samhita
5. Patanjala Yoga Sutra
6. New perspectives in Stress Management published by SVYASA,
Bangalore.
7. Trancendental Meditation : Maharshi Mahesh Yogi.
8. b.k.s iyengar yoga.
9. Light on yoga .k.s iyengar
10. Tree of yoga b.k.s. iyengar
11. Yoga of today by kabir bagh math sanstha.
12. Anatomy of hath yoga by david coutler

12. Clinical Examination will be conducted to test the ability of the students
to understand the patient’s health problem and select suitable set of
yoga practices.

13. Internal assessment will be based on marks obtained in the worksheet
of practical and synopsis of lectures on theory and seminars. Assessment by the
teachers on the team work, personality changes and behavior.

Programme Name: YOGA THERAPY

Detailed Syllabus of six month certificate course in Yoga Therapy

 Foundations of Yoga philosophy
1. Orientation to Patanjal Yogasutra:
Introduction to Yogasutra - Nature of Yoga science, Definition of yoga, the nature of seer
in pure and modified state, Vrittis
Samprajnata Samadhi and its classification, asamprajnata and its
Classification.
Kriya-yoga and its benefits;
Astanga yoga-Vama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama,

2. Orientation of Hathyoga pradipika :
Hatha yoga - Introduction, relationship of Hathayoga and Rajayoga,
place of Hathayoga Practice, Destructives and constructives of yoga, Yama and Niyama, Asana,
methods of Hathayoga Practice, Mitahara, Pathya and Apathya.
Rules in food taking,
Paranayama - Benefits of Pranayama,

3. Orientation to Gheranda Samhita :
Ghatayoga - Introduction, Saptanga yoga, Benefits, introduction to Satkriyas - Classification Practicing
methods and benefits. Mudra - Introduction, 9 mudras - Classification, Practicing
methods and benefits.

REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. Rajayoga - Swami Vivekananda - Ramakrishna Ashrama
Publications.
2. Hathayoga Pradipika of Swatmarama - Kaivalyadhama, Lonavala
3. The Science of Yoga - Taimini - Theosophical Publishing House,
Adyar, Madras.
4. Yogasutras of Patanjali - Hariharananda Aranya, University of
Calcutta Press, Calcutta.
5. Patanjal Yoga Pradeepa Omananda Tirtha- Geeta Press,
Gorakhpur.
6. Gherandasamhita - Bihar School of Yoga, Munger, Bihar.
7. Shivayogadipika - Sadashivabrahmendra, Ananda
Ashramagranthavali, Choukhamba Press.
8. Yoga Darshan : Swami Niranjanananda-Sri Panchadashanam
Paramahamsa Alakh Bara, Deoghar.
9. Four chapters on Freedom (commentary on the Yoga sutras of
Patanjali), Swami Satyananda (1983), Bihar School of Yoga,
Munger.

 Human Biology:

(I) Anatomy & Physiology:
(a) Musculo-Skeletal System :
Muscle - Classification - properties of each type - distribution - Mechanism of
muscle contraction (Brief) - neuromuscular transmission (Brief), ligaments, tendons,
Skeleton-Bones-types, Structure & function, Spinal column. Joints - Types, Structure,
Function.name of bones and muscles with their attachments and action with special reference to yoga therapy.

(b) Cardiovascular system :
Anatomy of Heart and blood vessels - -Innervation of heart - Properties of cardiac
muscle - Control of cardiac cycle and circulation - Cardiac output - Blood pressure.

(c) Respiratory System :
Anatomy and Mechanism of Breathing, Exchange of gases Pulmonary
function tests-lung volumes - Control of respiration.

(d) Digestive system:
Anatomy gross and Mechanism of secretion of - Saliva, Gastric Juice,
Pancreatic Juice, Bile, Intestinal secretion - Role of these secretions in digestion of food,
Absorption and assimilation and formation of feces.

(e) Excretory System and temperature regulation :
Anatomy Gross and Functional.
composition of urine - structure and functions of skin-Regulation of body temperature.

(f) Endocrine System :
Anatomy Gross.
Hormones of Thyroid, Parathyroid, Supra - renal, Pituitary, Islets of Langerhans. Role of insulin in glucose metabolism.

(g) Reproductive System :
Anatomy reproductive systems male and female. Spermatogenesis. Ovarian hormones, Menstruation, Pregnancy, Parturition, Lactation.

(i) Central Nervous System :
Anatomy - Gross - Cerebrum, cerebellum, Spinal cord. Nerve - structure and
properties of neurons - Nerve - Action Potential - generation propagation - factors
influencing. Classification of neurons and nerve fibers Receptors and reflex arc.
Functions and important connections of Cerebrum, Pons, Medulla, Thalamus,
Hypothalamus, Cerebellum - Autonomic nervous system - Sympathetic and
parasympathetic - anatomy & functions.

2. Yogic Diet : Nutrition & related Biochemistry :
Dietetics in Yoga Therapy - Classification according to triguna-Vegetarian Vs. nonvegetarian
diet, Panchabhuta relationships, Rasa virya, Guna, Vipaka.

REFERENCE BOOKS :
1. Human Physiology - Chatterjee
2. Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses
3. Illustrated Physiology by Ann B Menaught
4. A text book of Biochemistry - Subba Rao
5. A text book of Medical Physiology - Guyton
6. Introduction to Psychology - by Hilgard, E.R. Atkinson, R.L. and
Atkinson. (1979) R. C. Harcourt Brace Jovanvich, New York.
7. Basic Psychology, stranges, R & Solley, C. M. (1970), Tata Mcgraw-
Hill, New Delhi.

• Basics of Integral Approach to Yoga Therapy :

1. Sankhyayoga :
Introduction, 3 fold afflictions, means to overcome afflictions, 25 entities according to
Sankhya.
2. Bhagavadgeeta :
A critical study of Sankhyayoga : Introduction, message of strength, declines to fight
against the respected ones, consistency is yoga, immortality of Atma,
feeling related to body, real and unreal, atma is real,
view of materialistic life,karma and karmayoga, way of worldly life,
3. Upanishads :
Introduction to Upanishads, Isavasya, Taittariya etc.
4.  Ayurveda:
Tridosha, Dhatu, Mala, Sadasa, concept of health according to Ayurveda, dinacharya,
sadvrtta, rutucharya.
Elements of snehana, svedana, vaman-virechana, bastikriya in Panchakarma.

REFERENCE BOOKS :
1. Sankhyakarika : Ishwarakrishna
2. Shrimad Bhagavadgita - Dr. S. Radhakrishna
3. Dashopanishat
4. A Critical survey of Indian Philosophy - Chandradhara Sharma
5. Philosophy of Yoga : Swami Jnanananda, Sri Ramakrishnashrama Publications.
6. Yoga as a Philosophy and Religion - S. N. Dasgupta, Calcutta.
7. Gita for Modern man : Krishna Chaitanya (1986), New Delhi, Clarion Books.
8. Swami Krishnananda, A short history of religious and philosophic thought in India.
9. Basis and applications of Yoga : Published by SVYASA, Bangalore.
10. Sabda Manjari
11. Dhatu Manjari
12.. Panchatantra
13. Raghuvamshamahakavyam of Kalidasa
14. Charakasamhita of Charaka
15. Astanga Hridaya -Vagbhata

10. Yoga Therapy in Practice :
A comprehensive study of the definition, pathophysiology, etiology, clinical features,
assessments and yoga therapy for ailments of the following systems:- Nervous,
Endocrine, Respiratory, Cardio-vascular, Digestive, Musculo Skeletal, Reproductive
systems and Pregnancy.
Medical yoga’s evolved methodology for the following diseases.
Respiratory System - Nasal Allergy and Asthma sinusitis,
Cardiovascular System - Hypertension and coronary Artery diseases,
Digestive System - Hyperacidity, Irritable bowel syndrome,
Reproductive System – improved sexual capacity, menstrual disorders,
Endocrine System - Diabetes, Obesity, Thyroid(Hypo and Hyper),
Nervous System - Migraine,
Psychiatry - Anxiety, depression, stress, Insomnia,
Musculo Skeletal System - Arthritis, Back pain, Ankylosing spondylitis, frozen shoulder, neck pain, calves pain, heel pain, hip pain, sacroiliac pain, flat foot problems, carple tunnel syndrome, restless leg syndrome, etc.
Pregnancy - Role of stress in problems of pregnancy, Labour and fetal, avoiding stretch marks and helping normal delivery.
Special senses - Yoga for eyes.

REFERENCE BOOKS
1. The Principles and Practice of medicine Davidson
2. Apley’s system of Orthopaedics
3. Anatomy and Physiology of Yogic Practices - M.M Ghore,
Kaivalyadhama, Lonavala, Pune.
4. A Systematic course in the ancient tantric techniques of yoga and
kriya - Bihar School of Yoga, Munger.
5. Yoga for different ailments - series published by SVYASA,
Bangalore and Bihar Yoga Bharati.
6. Yoga for common ailments : Robin Monro, Nagarathna & Nagendra
- Guia Publication, U.K.
7. Yoga therapy : by Swami Kuvalayanand, Kaivalaya dhama,
Lonavala.
8. Yogic therapy : Swami Shivananda, Umachal Yoga Ashram,
Kamakhya, Assam.
7. Light on Pranayama - B.K.S. Iyengar
8. Asana, Pranayama, Mudra, Bandha - Swami Satyananda
Saraswati, Bihar School of Yoga, Munger.
9. Promotion of positive Health - published by SVYASA, Bangalore
10. Pranayama - published by SVYASA, Bangalore
11. Bandhas & Mudras - by Swami Geetananda, Anandashrama,
Pondicherry

11. Practical - II

• Selected Kriyas

• Agnisara
• Kapalabhati
•  Trataka

• Meditation :

1. Traditional Meditation Techniques
2. Trataka : Bahiranga and Antaranga
3. Antarmauna

• Yoga Therapy Special techniques:

Specially evolved yoga therapy with yoga props like yoga chair, yoga benches, yoga belts. Yoga pillows, yoga bolsters etc.

REFERENCE BOOKS :
1. Hathayoga Pradeepika - Swami Satyananda saraswati and Swami
Muktibodhananda Saraswati, (1993), Bihar School of Yoga,
Munger.
2. Asana, Paranayama, Mudra, Bandha - Swami Satyananda
Saraswati, Bihar School of Yoga, Munger.
3. Hathayoga Pradeepika
4. Gheranda Samhita
5. Patanjala Yoga Sutra
6. New perspectives in Stress Management published by SVYASA,
Bangalore.
7. Trancendental Meditation : Maharshi Mahesh Yogi.
8. b.k.s iyengar yoga.
9. Light on yoga .k.s iyengar
10. Tree of yoga b.k.s. iyengar
11. Yoga of today by kabir bagh math sanstha.
12. Anatomy of hath yoga by david coutler

12. Clinical Examination will be conducted to test the ability of the students
to understand the patient’s health problem and select suitable set of
yoga practices.

13. Internal assessment will be based on marks obtained in the worksheet
of practical and synopsis of lectures on theory and seminars. Assessment by the
teachers on the team work, personality changes and behavior.