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Impact of Somatic Yoga and Meditation on Fall Risk, Function, and Quality of Life for Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy Syndrome in Cancer Survivors
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Somatic Yoga and Meditation (SYM) for Cancer Survivor and 6 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 18 participants across 2 sites.
Detailed Summary
Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy syndrome (CIPN) causes significant pain in hands and feet and is an adverse effect of treatment. Few non-pharmacological interventions have been tested and individuals experience CIPN symptoms years after treatment. This is the first study to explore a somatic yoga and meditation (SYM) intervention on functional outcomes and quality of life in cancer survivors.
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Interventions
A Hanna somatics and somatic yoga and meditation (SYM) protocol was designed to address sensory-motor amnesia and reduce trauma which creates reflex patterns that lead to chronic muscular contractions. The movements use voluntary muscular contraction and slow controlled eccentric contraction, with the constant focus on sensation to increase the resting length of muscles. Movements are performed slowly and gently with the least possible effort and are never forced. The protocol is endorsed by the US Army Surgeon General as treatment for chronic pain. The meditations are trauma informed and evidence based supporting pain modulation, healing and well-being.