Effects of yoga exercises for headaches: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials.

摘要: [Purpose] To assess the evidence for effectiveness of yoga exercises in management headaches. [Subjects and Methods] A search was conducted six electronic databases to identify randomized controlled trials (RCTs) reporting effects yogic intervention on headaches published any language before January 2015. Quality assessment using Cochrane risk bias tool. [Results] One potential trial identified included this review. The quality critical appraisal indicated a moderate bias. available data could only be as narrative description. Headache intensity frequency, anxiety depression scores, symptomatic medication use were significantly lower group compared control group. [Conclusion] There is from one RCT that may beneficial However, findings should interpreted with caution due small number RCTs. Therefore, further rigorous methodological high RCTs are required investigate hypothesis alleviate headaches, confirm comprehend standardized programs