Yoga program to help cancer survivors manage stress
Influence of Yoga on Cancer-Related Stress in Cancer Survivors
This study is trying out a 12-week online yoga program to see if it can help cancer survivors manage stress and improve their quality of life.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Roswell Park Cancer Institute Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Buffalo, New York) |
| Trial ID | NCT04754529 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial develops and tests a 12-week online hatha yoga intervention aimed at improving cancer-related stress in cancer survivors. Participants will engage in weekly sessions that include restorative poses, breathing techniques, and guided meditation. The study will assess the feasibility of the intervention and evaluate its impact on self-reported stress levels and quality of life. Additionally, the trial will explore the collection of biological samples to measure stress biomarkers before and after the intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who have completed cancer treatment and have been cleared for physical activity.
Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant, nursing, or have significant skeletal or cardio-pulmonary comorbidities may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce stress levels and enhance the overall quality of life for cancer survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with yoga interventions for stress management in cancer survivors, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age \>= 18 years of age * Have been diagnosed with a cancer and have finished treatment * Have been cleared for physical activity by a physician or nurse practitioner (physician or nurse practitioner name and date clearance received) * Participant must understand the investigational nature of this study and sign an Independent Ethics Committee/Institutional Review Board approved written informed consent form prior to receiving any study related procedure Exclusion Criteria: * Unwilling or unable to complete the assessment in English * Are pregnant or nursing * Are unwilling or unable to follow protocol requirements * Have skeletal instabilities and/or cardio-pulmonary comorbidities * Have any condition which in the investigator's opinion deems the subject an unsuitable candidate to participate in this study
Where this trial is running
Buffalo, New York
- Roswell Park Cancer Institute — Buffalo, New York, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Kathryn Glaser — Roswell Park Cancer Institute
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.