Yoga for Mental Health in Parkinson's Disease
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests if specific breathing exercises and guided meditations can help people with Parkinson's disease feel less anxious and depressed. The goal is to see if these practices improve mental health and quality of life.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It is best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
Is yoga safe for people with Parkinson's disease?
How does the yoga treatment for Parkinson's disease differ from other treatments?
This yoga treatment for Parkinson's disease is unique because it combines specific yoga practices like Isha Kriya, Nada Yoga, and Nadi Shuddhi, which focus on improving mental health and psychological wellbeing, unlike traditional treatments that primarily target motor symptoms. It offers a complementary approach to managing anxiety and depression in Parkinson's patients, which are often under-recognized and not effectively addressed by standard medications.12367
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Isha Kriya, Nada Yoga, Nadi Shuddhi for mental health in Parkinson's disease?
Research suggests that yoga can improve both physical abilities and mental health in people with Parkinson's disease. Studies have shown that yoga may help with symptoms like depression and improve quality of life, making it a promising treatment option for mental health in Parkinson's disease.178910
Who Is on the Research Team?
Balachundar Subramaniam, MD, MPH
Principal Investigator
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults over 18 in the US with Parkinson's Disease who are interested in a Breath, Sound, and Meditation Webinar. They must have mild to moderate symptoms (PAS score ≥12), be able to read English, and participate physically and mentally. Those with severe PD or conditions like major depression under medication, schizophrenia, or bipolar disorder cannot join.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Phase 1: Intervention Learning
Intervention group learns meditation and breathing practices for 6 weeks; control group maintains regular routine
Phase 2: Continued Practice
Intervention group continues practice without webinars; control group begins intervention
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for compliance and changes in anxiety, stress, and depression
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Isha Kriya
- Nada Yoga
- Nadi Shuddhi
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Lead Sponsor