Paper Title
Development and Validation of a Yoga Module for Adults With Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: A Feasibility Study
Abstract
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a prevailing disorder, increasing at an alarming rate.The existing literature lacks documentation regarding the validation of a specific yoga intervention tailored to meet the needs of individuals with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Hence, the present study aims in developing and validation of yoga module for adults with NAFLD.The module included Joint loosening exercises (Neck, Shoulder, Knee, Trunk), Surya Namaskar, yoga postures (Asana- Ardha Matsyendrasana, Paschimottanasana, Naukasana), yogic breathing techniques(Pranayama- Surya Anuloma, Nadisodhana) and breathingrelaxationpractices.Validation of Yoga module was done using item-level content validity index (I-CVI), scale-level content validity index using the average method (S-CVI), scale-level content validity index using the universal agreement method (S-CVI/UA), and the reliability score was 0.82 and found the Yoga Module reliable.Also,the present study showed the acceptability of selected Yoga practice items among patients was 80%. Moreover, 100% of patients (09/09) rated ≥ 3 for indicating satisfactory response.