Vinyasa Yoga for High Blood Pressure
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications, but it requires that you are on a stable dose of any medications that could affect the study outcomes.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Vinyasa Yoga for high blood pressure?
Research shows that yoga, which includes postures, meditation, and breathing exercises, can significantly lower blood pressure. Studies found that yoga interventions reduced systolic blood pressure by about 4 to 8 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure by about 3 to 6 mmHg, suggesting it can be an effective treatment for managing high blood pressure.12345
Is Vinyasa Yoga safe for humans?
How does Vinyasa Yoga differ from other treatments for high blood pressure?
Vinyasa Yoga is unique because it combines physical postures, meditation, and breathing exercises, which can enhance parasympathetic activity (the part of the nervous system that helps the body relax) and improve heart rate variability, potentially leading to better blood pressure control. Unlike medication, it is a moderate-intensity physical activity that can also improve overall cardiovascular health and adaptability to stress.46101112
What is the purpose of this trial?
The purpose of this study is to test a 12-week vinyasa yoga (flow yoga) intervention via Zoom. This program will be for 30 individuals with high blood pressure. 15 will receive the intervention and 15 will follow their usual routine. The investigators will determine if this vinyasa yoga program is feasible and acceptable in this population. Investigators will measure and compare blood pressure and other health responses such as physical health and well-being before and after participants complete the intervention or usual care period. The investigators hope to demonstrate that vinyasa yoga is a good option to improve heart health in people with high blood pressure.Primary Objective - Examine the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of a 12-wk remotely-delivered vinyasa yoga intervention (3 x per week) on cardiovascular (CV) health in adults with hypertension (HTN).
Research Team
Bethany Barone Gibbs, PhD
Principal Investigator
West Virginia University
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for adults with high blood pressure who have not engaged in a regular yoga practice. Participants must be able to attend remote Zoom sessions three times per week for 12 weeks and should not be involved in other similar interventions.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive a 12-week vinyasa yoga intervention via Zoom, with three 60-minute sessions per week
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Vinyasa Yoga
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
West Virginia University
Lead Sponsor