Breathing therapy and relaxation techniques for Alzheimer's caregivers
Effect of Breathing Therapy and Benson Relaxation Technique on Caregiver Burden, Perceived Stress and Self-Efficacy Among Alzheimer's Caregivers
This study tests if breathing exercises and relaxation techniques can help reduce stress and improve the well-being of caregivers taking care of people with Alzheimer's disease.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 80 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Hacettepe University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara, Etlik) |
| Trial ID | NCT06997523 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This randomized controlled trial investigates the effects of respiratory therapy and the Benson Relaxation Technique on caregiver burden, perceived stress, and self-efficacy among caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease. Conducted at the Geriatrics Outpatient Clinic of Gülhane Training and Research Hospital, the study will enroll 80 healthy adult caregivers aged 18 to 65, who will be randomly assigned to either an intervention group or a control group. The intervention group will participate in a structured 6-week program consisting of guided breathing exercises and relaxation techniques, while the control group will receive routine care. The aim is to evaluate the impact of these non-pharmacological techniques on the well-being of caregivers.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are healthy adult caregivers aged 18 to 65 who have been caring for an individual diagnosed with Alzheimer's for at least 6 months.
Not a fit: Patients with cognitive or psychological issues, advanced heart disease, asthma, COPD, or advanced cancer may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly reduce stress and improve the overall well-being of caregivers for Alzheimer's patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes using similar non-pharmacological approaches for caregiver stress reduction.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Between the ages of 18-65 * At least primary school graduate * First degree caregiver of a patient diagnosed with Alzheimer's (continuous caregiver, family member, spouse, etc., or paid continuous caregiver) * Caring for an individual diagnosed with Alzheimer's for at least 6 months * Cognitively and physically capable of answering data collection forms and implementing the taught exercise with the researcher Caregivers who agree to participate in the study will be included in the sample. Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals with cognitive and psychological problems (anxiety, panic attacks, depression, etc.) * Those diagnosed with advanced heart disease, asthma, COPD, and advanced cancer * Those with communication problems (hearing, vision, speech, etc.) * Individuals who are hospitalized or undergo surgery, etc. during the study period * Individuals who are simultaneously continuing another relaxation exercise (yoga, meditation, visualization, etc.) will not be included in the sample. In addition, caregivers who indicate that they want to withdraw from the study during the study and who do not attend the weekly group sessions twice in a row will be excluded from the sample.
Where this trial is running
Ankara, Etlik
- Gulhane Training and Education Hospital — Ankara, Etlik, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Hulya Nuray Bayraktar, Master's Stu
- Study coordinator: Hulya Nuray Bayraktar, Master's Stu
- Email: hulyabayraktaar@gmail.com
- Phone: +905512111535
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.