Yoga & Modern Medicine: Possible Meeting Points (original) (raw)

The paper explores the potential intersections between yoga and modern medicine, emphasizing the unique contributions of yoga to preventive and rehabilitative healthcare. It argues that while modern medicine focuses on acute and communicable diseases, yoga offers a holistic approach to well-being that encompasses mental, physical, and spiritual health. The discussion includes the importance of yoga in the prevention of various modern ailments, the role of scientific research in validating yoga practices, and the necessity of integrating yoga into medical education and practice for enhanced health outcomes.