Cortical Changes Associated with Isha Kriya Meditation Revealed by Encephalography in Novice and Experienced Meditators – a Longitudinal Pilot Study
bioRxiv – December 30, 2024
Source: medRxiv/bioRxiv/arXiv
Summary
Meditation can reshape our brain activity, and a recent study highlights the positive impact of Isha Kriya meditation on cortical changes. By using encephalography, researchers found that both novice and experienced meditators showed enhanced brain function after practicing this accessible technique, promoting better mental well-being.
Abstract
Background Isha Kriya (IK) is a widely available meditation practice that incorporates breathing regulation that has shown to improve self-reported symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression. An increasing amount of research has been published on the effects of various meditative practices on scalp electroencephalography (EEG). However, the effects of IK on cortical activity have not been reported previously.