Using yoga to help manage Type 2 diabetes
Establishing Multi-site Feasibility and Fidelityof Yoga to Improve Management of Type-2 Diabetes
This study is exploring how yoga can help adults with Type 2 diabetes live healthier lives by improving their fitness and reducing stress, making it a friendly exercise option for those who may have physical limitations.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Miriam Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10612477 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how yoga can be used as an effective intervention for adults with Type 2 diabetes to help them achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle. The study focuses on the feasibility and fidelity of implementing yoga across multiple sites, aiming to improve physical fitness and reduce stress among participants. By accommodating individuals with physical limitations, yoga may provide a more accessible form of exercise compared to traditional methods. The research will assess the impact of yoga on blood glucose control and overall well-being.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are living with Type 2 diabetes.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have Type 2 diabetes or those who are unable to participate in physical activities may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a new, accessible method for managing Type 2 diabetes that enhances physical fitness and reduces stress.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that yoga can improve physical fitness and stress management, indicating potential success for this approach in managing Type 2 diabetes.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Miriam Hospital — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bock, Beth C — Miriam Hospital
- Study coordinator: Bock, Beth C
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.