Reversing Dementia Symptoms through Yoga and Mindfulness Practices.
“Dementia” is an umbrella term used to describe hundreds of symptoms, including Alzheimer’s Disease. Dementia causes the decline of Cognitive Reserve.
Cognitive Reserve is a measure of the ability to process Information and to think logically. Cognitive reserve declines with age as neural connections degenerate, leading to memory loss and confusion.
Research studies like the following *Published Study, indicate that practicing Yoga and Mindfulness, (breathing techniques, guided relaxation) can help maintain and even improve cognitive reserve, leading to better focus and memory. *“Findings suggest that KY (Kundalini Yoga) can have a positive impact on subjective cognitive decline in older adults at increased risk for cognitive decline. KY appears to uniquely modulate psycho-neuro-inflammatory and aging pathways compared to MET. (Memory Enhancement Training)
Yoga provides a variety of physical and psycho-social benefits and is adaptable to a large variety of abilities. Some of the benefits of yoga for those struggling with Dementia and other chronic, inflammatory, or degenerative disorders are:
Functional movement
Physical Awareness
Fall Prevention
Acuity and Focus
Adult Daily Living Activities for Independence
Reminiscence
(The proceeding list courtesy of https://yuvayoga.co.uk/, via https://yogaalliance.org/ )
More than just asanas or poses, Yoga ties breath and awareness to movement, improving coordination and triggering new neural activity. Yoga often creates and enhances social connections in group environments and provides an inclusive and accepting space, with guided practices promoting health and wellness.
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* “Cognitive and immunological effects of yoga compared to memory training in older women at risk for Alzheimer's disease” Translational Psychiatry 14, Article number 96 (2024)