{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 71: Can Online Yoga Support Cancer Patients? Insights from a New Study Protocol","description":"In this episode, Ariana and Jules discuss a planned study on the efficacy of an online yoga intervention for cancer patients, specifically those with high-grade gliomas, and their caregivers. They explore the unique aspects of the study, including its design, the importance of trial registration, and the challenges faced in previous online yoga research. The conversation highlights the potential benefits of online yoga for improving overall well-being in this vulnerable population. &amp;nbsp; Takeaways \ud83c\udf1fThe study focuses on high-grade glioma patients and their caregivers. \ud83c\udf1fOnline yoga is a complementary treatment alongside traditional medical care. \ud83c\udf1fTrial registration ensures transparency in research methodologies. \ud83c\udf1fSelf-reported outcomes and physiological measurements will be assessed. \ud83c\udf1fCaregivers often experience higher levels of anxiety and depression than patients. \ud83c\udf1fThe study aims to alleviate distress through an eight-week yoga program. \ud83c\udf1fOnline interventions can increase accessibility for patients with mobility issues. \ud83c\udf1fPrevious studies faced challenges regarding safety and correct form in online yoga. \ud83c\udf1fThe shift to online yoga due to COVID-19 may have positive implications for accessibility. \ud83c\udf1fFuture research is needed to explore the efficacy of online yoga interventions.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Yoga Study for Cancer Patients 02:40 Study Design and Methodology 05:45 The Importance of Trial Registration 08:42 Unique Aspects of the Yoga Intervention 11:17 Challenges and Insights from Previous Studies 14:33 The Future of Online Yoga Research &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"Yoga Research &amp; Beyond","author_url":"https:\/\/www.arianayoga.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/33950207\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/060606\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/33950207"}