Yoga for Young Adults Affected by Cancer

Condition(s) studied

Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)

Yoga: Participants receive the yoga program, which is delivered by a trained yoga instructor (completed at least a 200-hour yoga teacher training, Yoga Thrive Teacher Training Certification (or similar), and/or practical experience working with individuals affected by cancer). The first class of the week is comprised of 45 minutes of gentle, progressive, hatha-based yoga sequencing and postures with the last 15 minutes focused on guided behaviour change and mindfulness techniques that varies week-to-week, based on the participants in the class. The second class of the week is 60 minutes of gentle, yin-based yoga sequencing and postures with an element of opening and relaxing.

Study summary

Yoga may enhance physical and psychological outcomes among young adults affected by cancer. Yet, yoga has rarely been studied in this population. We developed and piloted a yoga program, which is now ready for implementation and evaluation. This single-group, mixed-methods project will explore effectiveness and implementation of the yoga program.

Eligibility

Primary outcome measure(s)

• Reach — Through study completion, an average of 5 years
  The number of people who participate, and reasons why or why not.

Trial sites (1)

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