1Ph. D Scholar(PT), Faculty of Yoga Science and Therapy, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research Deemed to be University (MAHER), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Email: sskvar007@gmail.com
2Assistant Professor, Faculty of Yoga Science and Therapy, MAHER, Chennai
3Assistant Professor, Centre for Yoga, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai
4Assistant Professor, Faculty of Yoga Science and Therapy, MAHER, Chennai
5Principal, Faculty of Yoga Science and Therapy, MAHER, Chennai
*Corresponding Author: Sivakumar S, Ph. D Scholar(PT), Faculty of Yoga Science and Therapy, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research Deemed to be University (MAHER), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Email: sskvar007@gmail.com
Seasickness and motion sickness are frequent physiological challenges faced by naval personnel, often leading to dizziness, nausea, reduced morale, and impaired operational performance during sea deployment. This study evaluated the effectiveness of integrating yogic practices with conventional medication in reducing motion sickness symptoms and enhancing job satisfaction among naval officers and sailors. The intervention focused on two key variables: dizziness, measured using a standardized vestibular scale, and job satisfaction, assessed through a Likert-based feedback index. A total of 320 participants were randomly assigned into two groups: one received medication alone, and the other received a structured yoga program alongside prescribed medication. After 12 weeks of intervention, the yoga and medication group demonstrated a 60.4% reduction in dizziness scores and a 72.0% improvement in job satisfaction scores. In comparison, the medication-only group showed a 23.4% reduction in dizziness and a 29.2% improvement in job satisfaction. The results indicate that combining yoga with pharmacological treatment significantly enhances symptom relief and boosts occupational well-being. This study recommends the integration of yoga-based wellness modules into naval health management systems for sustained motion adaptation, improved balance, and enhanced overall functional performance at sea.
Keywords: Seasickness, Motion Sickness, Naval Personnel, Yoga, Job Satisfaction
How to cite this article: Sivakumar S, Vinayak S, Selvam AS, Shalini B, Subbulakshmi V. Impacts of Yogic Practices with Medication on Seasickness and Motion Sickness on Dizziness and Job Satisfaction of Naval Personnel. Int J Drug Deliv Technol. 2026;16(11s): 114-120; DOI: 10.25258/ijddt.16.11s.14
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