Online yoga's effects on breast cancer patients' quality of life
Effects of Two Different Online Yoga Interventions on the Quality of Life of Breast Cancer Patients Compared With Waiting List - a Three-arm Randomized Controlled Trial
NA · Charite University, Berlin, Germany · NCT05327543
This study is testing whether two types of online yoga can improve the quality of life for women with non-metastatic breast cancer.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 138 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 75 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Charite University, Berlin, Germany (other) |
| Drugs / interventions | chemotherapy, radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Berlin, State of Berlin) |
| Trial ID | NCT05327543 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the impact of two different online yoga interventions on the health-related quality of life for patients with non-metastatic breast cancer. Participants will be randomized into three groups: one receiving Iyengar yoga, another receiving meditative yoga, and a control group that will wait for four months before starting yoga. Both qualitative and quantitative data will be collected to assess the outcomes of these interventions. The study aims to provide insights into how yoga can support breast cancer patients in their recovery process.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are breast cancer patients who have completed primary therapy and experience a limitation in their quality of life.
Not a fit: Patients currently undergoing chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the quality of life for breast cancer patients through accessible online yoga interventions.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with yoga interventions for cancer patients, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Histologically confirmed diagnosis of non-metastatic breast cancer (TNM stage I-III) up to 5 years after diagnosis * Primary therapy completed for at least 3 months * Limitation of the quality of life due to the cancer (indication of at least 4 out of 10 points on the numerical analogue scale) * Willingness to participate in the study and signed informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Current or planned chemotherapy, radiation or surgery * Severe physical or psychopharmacologically treated psychiatric comorbidity due to which a patient is unable to participate in the study * Pregnancy/breastfeeding * Participation in other clinical trials with behavioral, psychological, or complementary medicine interventions * Immobility or limitation for gymnastic exercise due to orthopedic, neurologic, or other medical cause * regular meditation practice \>2x/month * regular yoga practice \>2x/month
Where this trial is running
Berlin, State of Berlin
- Charite University — Berlin, State of Berlin, Germany (RECRUITING)
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.
Conditions: Breast Neoplasms, Cancer, Yoga