Yoga Therapy Program for Cancer Patients Undergoing Transplant

Cultural Tailoring and Pilot Testing of an Inpatient Yoga Therapy Program for Cancer Patients Undergoing Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation in India, Tanzania, and the United States

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation Cancer
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Supportive Care
Participants needed
60 (estimated)
Sponsor
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for cancer patients who will have a stem cell transplant. Participants will take part in a yoga program designed specifically for hospital patients from different cultures.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have cancer and will have a stem cell transplant.
  • I am 18 years old or older.
  • I can speak English, Hindi, or Swahili.
  • I can sign a consent form and follow the study rules.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have extreme mobility issues that prevent me from doing yoga.
  • I have major mental health disorders like schizophrenia or uncontrolled bipolar disorder.
  • My health conditions score 3 or higher, not including my cancer diagnosis.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

To develop and measure the effects of a culturally sensitive yoga program for inpatients

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Cancer patients scheduled to undergo an autologous or allogeneic HSCT at MD Anderson, HCG, or MNH; 2. Age 18 or older; 3. English, Hindi, or Swahili speaking; 4. Able to sign a written informed consent and be willing to follow protocol requirements. Exclusion Criteria: * Ex…
Contacts

Lorenzo Cohen, PHD

(713) 745-4260

lcohen@mdanderson.org

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