15/04/2026
- AIIMS Ayush Department Teaches Yoga to Inpatients
- Objective: To Promote a Holistic Healthcare System
- Traditional and Modern Medical Systems Integrated
AIIMS Rishikesh
April 15, 2026
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The Department of Ayush Integrative Medicine at AIIMS has formulated a comprehensive agenda to promote preventive and holistic healthcare. This initiative integrates bedside yoga in IPD wards, wellness programs for caregivers, and patient-centric practices with initiatives from the Ministry of Ayush and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. This program reflects a commitment to integrating India's traditional medical systems with modern medicine in an evidence-based manner. This will enable patients to receive holistic healthcare alongside standard medical treatment.
To promote holistic healthcare within the institute, the AIIMS Ayush Department has adopted the 'Y-Break' protocol, in alignment with government policies. This is a 10-minute workplace wellness module, developed by the Ministry of Ayush, designed to rejuvenate healthcare workers and alleviate stress. The objective is to integrate Ayush systems into preventive healthcare frameworks, thereby leading to significant improvements in people's lifestyles, mental health, and the prevention of chronic diseases. Dr. Monika Pathania, Head of the Department of Ayush Integrative Medicine, stated that the department's integrative approach mirrors the national vision for holistic health, wherein bedside yoga and Ayush practices complement modern medicine. She noted that the team responsible for making this program a success includes Senior Medical Officer (Ayush) Dr. Shriloy Mohanty, Medical Officer (Yoga and Naturopathy) Dr. Shweta Mishra, and Dr. Mirun Leni P. (Siddha). It is worth noting that the Ayush Department has developed specialized modules for the treatment of conditions such as hypertension and diabetes; patients suffering from these ailments are attended to at the Integrative Medicine OPD every Friday.