Yoga on Arrhythmia Burden and Quality of Life in Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation

Studies in the past have shown that yoga could relieve stress which is the most common trigger for recurrent episodes of atrial fibrillation. Breathing exercises in yoga are found to influence the autonomic nervous system (particularly parasympathetic) and thus reduce palpitations. This study hypothesizes that patients with atrial fibrillation might benefit by practicing yoga. Yoga may also help to better control heart rate and rhythm when used in combination with usual medical management.

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Key information

Conditions

Atrial Fibrillation Arrhythmias, Cardiac Cardiovascular Diseases Heart Diseases Pathologic Processes Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms

Age range

25 year–80 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

University of Kansas Medical Center

Kansas City, Kansas, 66160, United States

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Patients diagnosed with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation ages 25-80

Exclusion criteria

Advanced malignancy or severe co-morbid conditions such as severe heart failure and with life expectancy less than 1 year
Pregnant women
Unmedicated or uncontrolled high blood pressure
A past history of pneumothorax
Severe cervical spondylitis and cervical, thoracic or lumbar disc prolapse
Carotid stenosis
History of psychosis or substance abuse
History of epilepsy
Glaucoma
History of total hip replacement
Ablation within 3 months of the start date of study
Patients who have not seen a cardiovascular physician in the last year

Treatment and study plan

Yoga Training

Other

Yoga training for 12 weeks

Primary outcomes

frequency and duration of atrial fibrillation episodes

Time frame: 12 weeks

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Dhanunjaya Lakkireddy, MD, FACC

Other

Registry information

Official study title

The Effect of Yoga on Arrhythmia Burden and Quality of Life in Patients With Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation

Important dates

Study start: 2008
Primary completion: 2012
Study completion: 2012
First posted: Nov 26, 2008
Registry last updated: Jun 14, 2012

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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