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A Pilot Study Testing a Hatha Yoga Exercise Program in Older Women With Knee Osteoarthritis
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Hatha yoga and Hatha Yoga for Osteoarthritis, Knee and 3 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 36 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The study hypothesized that it is feasible and safe to use Hatha yoga in older women with knee osteoarthritis (OA), and practicing Hatha yoga regularly will help reduce pain and stiffness, enhance physical function, and improve quality of sleep and quality of life in older women with knee OA.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Hatha yoga poses that were specifically designed by a group of yoga experts for older adults with knee osteoarthritis. Program included physical poses and sequence that focus on strengthening the lower extremities, and relaxation techniques.
The same intervention was provided to the wait-list control group at the end of 8 weeks when the intervention completed their intervention classes.