Yoga & Meditation for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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?
Is yoga and meditation safe for people with irritable bowel syndrome?
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
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
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants engage in a 6-week, at-home, twice per week Standardized Yoga & Meditation Program for Stress Reduction
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in anxiety, IBS symptoms, and quality of life after the intervention
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Yoga
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
The Cooper Health System
Lead Sponsor