The Role of Yoga in HIV Care: A Narrative Review
Year: 2026
Type: review
Abstract: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is still a global health issue, and millions of HIV-positive people are afflicted with various physical, psychological, and social impacts. Antiretroviral therapy (ART) has also increased survival and viral suppression but individuals living with HIV (PLWH) still experience chronic inflammation, psychiatric issues, tiredness, and stigma. Practice of yoga using physical postures, breath regulation, and meditation has been used as an adjunct treatment of HIV. This review article discusses the function of Yoga in enhanced quality of life, immune capability, and affective hardiness in PLWH.
Authors: Shrikanth Muralidharan, Pranab Das, S Prashanth, Bhuvaneshwari Basanayak, Prateek Soni, Sanju Khaiju, Deepak Bangera
Language: English
Subfield: Infectious Diseases
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $250
OpenAlex ID: W7122733436