Yoga and other physical relaxation methods can help reduce work-related stress, according to an analysis of studies conducted on healthcare staff. The findings of the study were published in the Journal of Occupational Health.
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During a meta-analysis, researchers examined 15 randomized clinical trials that involved nearly 700 health care workers. The trials evaluated the effects of massage therapy, progressive muscle relaxation, stretching and yoga on reducing stress and enhancing physical and mental health.
Researchers found that only massage therapy and yoga were effective, with the latter being the best method. Healthcare workers who engaged in yoga responded more positively to questionnaires designed to assess stress, physical and emotional burnout.
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