Manorah training alleviates median neural tension and improves physical fitness in sedentary young adults: A randomized control trial.

Nuttanun Khemamuttanak, Nattaya Kwanthong, Yaowalak Keereedet, Suwaphat Phetraksa, Anutida Ampaithong, Nitita Piya-Amornphan

Journal: Journal of bodywork and movement therapies 2022;28():49-55

PMID: 34776184

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Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Most young adults do not achieve the recommended physical activity, and physical inactivity thus is a worldwide public health problem contributing to premature death. Although Thai dance has been reported to increase physical activity, a small number of studies have reported on the impact of Manorah. Herein Manorah is a signature traditional dramatic art of Southern Thailand. The present study aimed to reveal the effects of Manorah training on health-related variables.

METHODS

Thirty-four young females were divided into two groups, where one group underwent Manorah training and the other represented the control. Manorah training was performed for 45 min/day, 3 days/week for 4 weeks. Median neural tension, balance, flexibility, and muscle endurance were determined.

RESULTS

Manorah significantly decreased nerve tension (p < 0.001). Physical fitness was also markedly improved after the training.

CONCLUSIONS

This Manorah program may be recommended as an exercise and an intervention for symptoms related to positive tension.

Address: Physical Therapy, School of Allied Health Sciences, Walailak University, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand.; Physical Therapy, School of Allied Health Sciences, Walailak University, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand. Electronic address: [email protected].

DOI: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2021.07.008

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MeSH Terms: Dancing, Exercise, Female, Humans, Physical Fitness, Sedentary Behavior, Young Adult