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Yogic Breathing for Sleep Improvement

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Led By Selda Yildiz, PhD

Research Sponsored by Oregon Health and Science University

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

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Must have

Be older than 18 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up 12 weeks (8-week interventions and 2 weeks pre- and post-intervention period).

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Study Summary

This trial tests if 8-week yogic breathing can improve sleep & overall quality of life, and reduce stress. Participants are randomly assigned different breathing methods.

Who is the study for?

This trial is for adults aged 18-65 who can lie down comfortably, have compatible devices for tracking physiological data, and are new to breathwork practices. It's not suitable for those on brain-affecting meds, with major psychiatric conditions or substance abuse issues, respiratory or heart problems, pregnant/nursing women, or diagnosed sleep disorders.Check my eligibility

What is being tested?

The study aims to see if 8 weeks of yogic breathing exercises can improve sleep quality and overall life satisfaction while reducing stress. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two different breathing practice groups.See study design

What are the potential side effects?

Since the intervention involves non-invasive breathing techniques, significant side effects are not anticipated. However, participants may experience mild discomfort like dizziness or shortness of breath during the practices.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ 12 weeks (8-week interventions and 2 weeks pre- and post-intervention period).

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~12 weeks (8-week interventions and 2 weeks pre- and post-intervention period).

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 12 weeks (8-week interventions and 2 weeks pre- and post-intervention period). for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary outcome measures

Sleep efficiency (SE)

Wake after sleep onset (WASO)

Secondary outcome measures

36-Item Short Form Survey Instrument (SF-36)

Perceived Stress Scale (PSS)

Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI)

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Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Breathing Group 1Experimental Treatment1 Intervention

Arm 1 will receive an 8-week remotely delivered intervention that consists of a set of breathing practices through 60-minute weekly virtual group sessions (1day/week) with a 20-minute daily home sessions (in between weekly sessions; 6 days/week).

Group II: Breathing Group 2Active Control1 Intervention

Arm 2 will receive an 8-week remotely delivered intervention that consists of slow breathing practices through 60-minute weekly virtual group sessions (1day/week) with a 20-minute daily home sessions (in between weekly sessions; 6 days/week).

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Who is running the clinical trial?

National Institutes of Health (NIH)NIH

2,701 Previous Clinical Trials

7,506,755 Total Patients Enrolled

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1,074 Patients Enrolled for Sleep

National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH)NIH

833 Previous Clinical Trials

669,358 Total Patients Enrolled

6 Trials studying Sleep

873 Patients Enrolled for Sleep

Oregon Health and Science UniversityLead Sponsor

974 Previous Clinical Trials

7,385,817 Total Patients Enrolled

7 Trials studying Sleep

1,576 Patients Enrolled for Sleep

Media Library

Breathing Group 1 Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05756686 — N/A

Sleep Research Study Groups: Breathing Group 1, Breathing Group 2

Sleep Clinical Trial 2023: Breathing Group 1 Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05756686 — N/A

Breathing Group 1 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05756686 — N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Does this research endeavor include participants aged 80 and older?

"This research is calling for volunteers between 18 and 65 of age to partake in the study."

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Are there any remaining slots available for those wishing to join this clinical trial?

"Unfortunately, the clinical trial information posted on clinicialtrials.gov indicates that this research is not presently looking for volunteers. The original posting of the study was made on March 6th 2023 and it has been updated as recently as March 5th 2023. However, there are 139 other trials actively recruiting participants at this time."

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Am I suitable to participate in this research endeavor?

"Eligible individuals for this research must have trouble sleeping and be between 18-65 years old. The total participant cap is 80 people."

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What endpoints are being sought to evaluate the efficacy of this clinical trial?

"In this clinical trial, sleep efficiency (SE) over an 8-week intervention period and 2 weeks pre-and post-intervention will be the primary outcome measure. Secondary outcomes such as Sleep Latency (SL), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and 36 item Short Form Survey Instrument (SF-36) will also be assessed to gauge changes in SL, overall sleep quality, and general health status respectively."

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Recent research and studies

clinicaltrials.govStudy

Influence of Yogic Breathwork on Sleep

Selda Yildiz 2023. "Influence of Yogic Breathwork on Sleep". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05756686.