The aim of this study is to evaluate the effects of pranayama and meditation in stress, anxiety, depression, and burnout and Heart Rate Variability (HRV) in paramedical staff. Stress, anxiety, and depression will be assessed using the DASS 21 Scale, burnout will be measured using the Maslach Burnout Inventory Scale, and HRV will be monitored through ECG.

The inclusion criteria for the study paramedical staff aged 18 years and above, paramedical staff (e.g., nurses, OT technicians specializing in surgical and anesthesia care), and individuals willing to participate in pranayama and meditation sessions.

The exclusion criteria for the study are individuals with severe cardiovascular conditions, uncontrolled hypertension, or chronic respiratory illnesses that may interfere with their ability to participate in breathing exercises or meditation. Participants who have been regularly practicing pranayama or meditation for more than six months prior to the study will also be excluded to avoid confounding the intervention’s effects with pre-existing habits. Additionally, individuals unwilling to participate will not be included.

Participants will be evaluated based on DASS-21 scale, Maslach Burnout Inventory, and ECG.

Participants will undergo the above mentioned evaluations at the following time points: Visit 1 (Day 0) and Visit 2 (End of Treatment, 3rd week).

The patient recruitment duration of the study is 3 months. 

The endpoint of the study is to evaluate changes in stress, anxiety, depression, and burnout parameters before and after the intervention. It will also assess changes in Heart Rate Variability (HRV) as measured by ECG, to evaluate improvements in autonomic nervous system balance and physiological well-being.