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Yoga as a Complex Intervention for Vets With Stroke
In Brief
A Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating Yoga focused on strength, flexibility, and balance for Stroke. Completed, enrolled 47 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Approximately 780,000 people suffer a stroke annually in the United States; 200,000 are recurrent strokes. The 17,000 veterans who suffer a stroke yearly are at great risk for a second stroke and therefore should be targeted for stroke risk factor management and prevention interventions. Balance and fear of falling negatively impact activity and function. Decreased activity and blood pressure (BP) are important modifiable stroke risk factors. These can be addressed through a yoga exercise intervention. Yoga, like tai-chi, is old world alternative medicine that has the potential to greatly impact the lives of older adults.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Participants completed 8 weeks of yoga therapy. The yoga was focused on strength, flexibility, and balance therapy after stroke to impact fear of falling, balance, mobility, QoL, and blood pressure after stroke. The in-person yoga intervention included seated, standing, and floor poses. All study participants were able to complete transfers to the floor or mat table and complete all postures and breathing exercises.