Effect of Yogic Breathing Techniques on Trigeminal Nerve-Mediated Pain Pathways.
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Background: Trigeminal nerve-mediated pain disorders, including trigeminal neuralgia and migraine, significantly impair quality of life. Yogic breathing techniques (Pranayama) have gained attention as complementary therapies for pain management through their effects on neural and autonomic regulation. Objective: To review the potential effects of yogic breathing techniques on trigeminal nerve-mediated pain pathways. Methods: A literature review was conducted using electronic databases such as PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, and ResearchGate. Relevant studies evaluating the effects of pranayama on pain modulation, autonomic function, and neural mechanisms were included. Results: Evidence suggests that yogic breathing techniques enhance parasympathetic activity, reduce sympathetic overactivity, decrease stress-related responses, and modulate central pain processing. Practices such as Nadi Shodhana, Bhramari, and Ujjayi Pranayama have demonstrated beneficial effects on pain perception and psychological well-being. Conclusion: Yogic breathing techniques may serve as safe and effective adjunctive interventions for trigeminal nerve-mediated pain
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