Mental and physical outcomes of yoga participation in women with spinal disorders: a qualitative study

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dc.contributor.authorAkyol, Gamze
dc.contributor.authorErmis, Sermin Agrali
dc.contributor.authorKarakullukcu, Omur Fatih
dc.contributor.authorGuler, Ozkan
dc.contributor.authorKarakulak, Izzet
dc.contributor.authorArslanoglu, Cansel
dc.contributor.authorSatici, Arif
dc.date.accessioned2026-04-25T14:20:26Z
dc.date.available2026-04-25T14:20:26Z
dc.date.issued2025
dc.departmentSinop Üniversitesi
dc.description.abstractYoga, 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 process and enhancing public health outcomes. In conclusion, yoga practice was found to provide significant and sustainable contributions to spinal health and overall psychosocial well-being.
dc.identifier.doi10.3389/fpubh.2025.1685627
dc.identifier.issn2296-2565
dc.identifier.orcid0000-0003-1403-5696
dc.identifier.orcid0000-0002-3115-4905
dc.identifier.orcid0000-0002-9266-2516
dc.identifier.pmid41179785
dc.identifier.scopus2-s2.0-105020400040
dc.identifier.scopusqualityQ1
dc.identifier.urihttps://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1685627
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/11486/8576
dc.identifier.volume13
dc.identifier.wosWOS:001604048500001
dc.identifier.wosqualityQ1
dc.indekslendigikaynakWeb of Science
dc.indekslendigikaynakScopus
dc.indekslendigikaynakPubMed
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherFrontiers Media Sa
dc.relation.ispartofFrontiers in Public Health
dc.relation.publicationcategoryMakale - Uluslararası Hakemli Dergi - Kurum Öğretim Elemanı
dc.rightsinfo:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess
dc.snmzKA_WOS_20260420
dc.subjectwomen's health
dc.subjecthealth promotion
dc.subjectpublic health
dc.subjectyoga
dc.subjectspinal disorders
dc.titleMental and physical outcomes of yoga participation in women with spinal disorders: a qualitative study
dc.typeArticle

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