M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
To develop and measure the effects of a culturally sensitive yoga program for inpatients
Primary Objective: 1\. To develop a culturally tailored yoga therapy (YT) program for HSCT patients. We will conduct semi-structured interviews with patients from each center to examine cultural norms, culturally sensitive language, and specific factors relevant to yoga and psychosocial support. Secondary Objectives: 1. To optimize the HSCT YT program using an iterative process. Fifteen patients from each center (or until thematic saturation based on exit interviews) will participate in the yoga program two weeks prior to the transplant and throughout the first 30 days of the HSCT. Sessions…
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Cancer patients scheduled to undergo an autologous or allogeneic HSCT at MD Anderson, HCG, or MNH; 2. Age 18 or older; 3. English, Hindi, or Swahili speaking; 4. Able to sign a written informed consent and be willing to follow protocol requirements. Exclusion Criteria: * Extreme mobility issues that preclude participating in the YT; * Major thought disorders such as schizophrenia or uncontrolled bipolar disorder; * HCT comorbidity score of 3 or higher, excluding cancer diagnoses
Participants will have up to 12 sessions, 3 sessions per week starting two weeks before the transplant and throughout the first 30 days of your hospitalization.
Participants will complete 4 questionnaires about any symptoms you may be having, any anxiety and/or depression you may be having, your quality of life, and your expectations about your treatment.
Participants will have an exit interview last about 30-45 minutes. The interview will be conducted over the phone or remotely over Zoom, FaceTime, or other approved video call methods.). The interview will be audio and video recorded and transcribed (typed).
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