10 Participants Needed

Yoga & Meditation for Irritable Bowel Syndrome

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Overseen ByBasant Pradhan, MD
Age: < 65
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: The Cooper Health System
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)
Approved in 1 JurisdictionThis treatment is already approved in other countries

Trial Summary

Do I need to stop my current medications for this trial?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It might be best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.

What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Yoga, Mindfulness Program, Meditation Program, Yoga Therapy for Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

Research shows that yoga and meditation can help reduce symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), improve quality of life, and decrease pain and anxiety. Studies have found that these mind-body practices are effective in managing IBS symptoms and enhancing overall well-being.12345

Is yoga and meditation safe for people with irritable bowel syndrome?

Research suggests that yoga and meditation are generally safe for people with irritable bowel syndrome and may even offer benefits for both physical and mental health.26789

How is the Yoga and Meditation treatment for IBS different from other treatments?

Yoga and meditation for IBS is unique because it focuses on reducing stress and improving quality of life through mindfulness and relaxation techniques, rather than using medication. This treatment can be delivered virtually, making it accessible and convenient for patients, and it has shown effectiveness in managing symptoms like pain and bloating over both short and long-term periods.12101112

What is the purpose of this trial?

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is the most common cause of recurrent abdominal pain in children. IBS is a functional gastrointestinal disorder that is linked to motor and sensory physiology, as well as the central nervous system, that presents as abdominal pain with abnormal defecation patterns. This discomfort leads to emotional stress, decreased quality of life, and anxiety. The study proposes that yoga and mindfulness will decrease anxiety and increase quality of life for patients with IBS. The aim of this study is to measure the impact of a brief, at-home, 6-week twice per week Standardized Yoga \& Meditation Program for Stress Reduction program on anxiety, IBS symptoms, and quality of life in children ages 12-21 diagnosed with IBS.

Research Team

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Alla Kushnir, MD

Principal Investigator

The Cooper Health System

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for adolescents aged 12-21 with any type of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) who are patients at Cooper Pediatric Gastroenterology in Voorhees or Camden, NJ. They must be able to access the internet to watch yoga videos and commit to completing at least 4 out of the 6 modules.

Inclusion Criteria

Subjects must be able to access the internet to be able to watch the yoga videos on Youtube
Patients of Cooper Pediatric Gastroenterology practice in Camden, NJ or Voorhees, NJ
Patients of Cooper Pediatric Gastroenterology practice in Voorhees, NJ
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Exclusion Criteria

I am younger than 12 years old.
I am over 21 years old.

Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants engage in a 6-week, at-home, twice per week Standardized Yoga & Meditation Program for Stress Reduction

6 weeks
Online participation

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for changes in anxiety, IBS symptoms, and quality of life after the intervention

4 weeks

Treatment Details

Interventions

  • Yoga
Trial Overview The study tests a Standardized Yoga & Meditation Program designed for stress reduction in young IBS patients. Over six weeks, participants will follow this program twice weekly at home, aiming to reduce anxiety and improve their quality of life.
Participant Groups
1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: IBS Patients Doing YogaExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
All patients will fall under the arm of "IBS Patients Doing Yoga" and will follow the yoga videos that are assigned to them during the study. The participants are their own controls and their symptom changes will be recorded pre- and post-video watching and participation.

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

The Cooper Health System

Lead Sponsor

Trials
82
Recruited
35,600+

Findings from Research

This study will evaluate the effectiveness of an 8-week virtual yoga and meditation program for managing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms, comparing it to an advice-only control group, with outcomes assessed at baseline, 4 weeks, and 8 weeks.
The trial will also assess feasibility through recruitment and retention rates, participant satisfaction, and safety, aiming to provide insights into the potential of virtual yoga as a therapeutic option for IBS.
Meditation and yoga for irritable bowel syndrome: study protocol for a randomised clinical trial (MY-IBS study).D'Silva, A., Marshall, DA., Vallance, J., et al.[2022]
Yoga has been shown to significantly reduce bowel symptoms, IBS severity, and anxiety in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), based on a systematic review of six randomized controlled trials involving 273 patients.
The review suggests that yoga may improve quality of life and physical functioning for IBS patients, and it appears to be a safe adjunctive treatment, as no adverse events were reported in the studies analyzed.
Effect of Yoga in the Therapy of Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Systematic Review.Schumann, D., Anheyer, D., Lauche, R., et al.[2018]
A systematic review of six randomized controlled trials involving patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) found that mindfulness meditation significantly improved quality of life and reduced pain scores compared to control groups.
The mindfulness group showed a notable increase in spiritual awareness and a decrease in IBS symptom severity, indicating that mind-body interventions can be effective in managing IBS symptoms and enhancing overall well-being.
Meditation and Irritable Bowel Syndrome, a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Baboș, CI., Leucuța, DC., Dumitrașcu, DL.[2022]

References

Meditation and yoga for irritable bowel syndrome: study protocol for a randomised clinical trial (MY-IBS study). [2022]
Effect of Yoga in the Therapy of Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Systematic Review. [2018]
Meditation and Irritable Bowel Syndrome, a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. [2022]
Efficacy of Short Course of Preksha Dhyana for Functional Abdominal Pain Disorder in a Busy Pediatric Clinic. [2021]
Mindfulness-based stress reduction improves irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms via specific aspects of mindfulness. [2021]
Protocol for a randomized controlled study of Iyengar yoga for youth with irritable bowel syndrome. [2021]
Iyengar yoga for adolescents and young adults with irritable bowel syndrome. [2021]
Yogic versus conventional treatment in diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome: a randomized control study. [2022]
Yoga as a Therapy for Irritable Bowel Syndrome. [2022]
A one year follow-up of relaxation response meditation as a treatment for irritable bowel syndrome. [2019]
Gut-directed hypnotherapy: the Manchester approach for treatment of irritable bowel syndrome. [2019]
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Meditation and Yoga for Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Randomized Clinical Trial. [2023]
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