Perceived Health Benefits from Yoga among Breast Cancer Survivors

Puymbroeck, Marieke Van; Burk, Brooke N.; Shinew, Kimberly J.; Kuhlenschmidt, Megan Cronan; Schmid, Arlene A.

doi:10.4278/ajhp.110316-qual-119

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“…They identified feeling more flexible and strong, which is congruent with previous research (Schmid et al, 2012;Schmid, Van Puymbroeck, & Koceja, 2010;Van Puymbroeck, Schmid, Shinew, & Hsieh, 2011;Van Puymbroeck, Burk, Kuhlenschmidt, & Schmid, 2013). Additionally, participants acknowledged their feeling a sense of camaraderie within the group of women participating in the yoga sessions, which is consistent with previous group yoga research (Van Puymbroeck, Smith, & Schmid, 2011;Van Puymbroeck et al, 2013). Participants shared feeling supported in knowing that the other women were experiencing the same life experiences-those specific to menopause, as well as events typically encountered during middle adulthood (e.g., empty nest, caregiver for aging parents, etc.).…”

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confidence: 91%

“…Participants discussed their appreciation for experiencing improved flexibility and core strength without having to engage in high-intensity traditional forms of exercise. They identified feeling more flexible and strong, which is congruent with previous research (Schmid et al, 2012;Schmid, Van Puymbroeck, & Koceja, 2010;Van Puymbroeck, Schmid, Shinew, & Hsieh, 2011;Van Puymbroeck, Burk, Kuhlenschmidt, & Schmid, 2013). Additionally, participants acknowledged their feeling a sense of camaraderie within the group of women participating in the yoga sessions, which is consistent with previous group yoga research (Van Puymbroeck, Smith, & Schmid, 2011;Van Puymbroeck et al, 2013).…”

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confidence: 88%

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The Effects of Yoga Participation on Women's Quality of Life and Symptom Management During the Menopausal Transition: A Pilot Study

Crowe

Puymbroeck

Linder

et al. 2015

Health Care for Women International

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Typically lasting 5-10 years, the menopausal transition is associated with symptoms including hot flashes, night sweats, and labile mood. As these symptoms often hinder a woman's successful functioning in everyday life, hormone therapy is commonly prescribed as a means to diminish symptoms. Many women, however, are seeking complementary and alternative treatments due to side effects and/or detrimental health-risks associated with conventional therapies. We completed a mixed methods study to determine changes in physiological symptoms associated with menopause and changes in women's quality of life, as a result of participation in a 10-week yoga intervention.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 88%

The Effects of Yoga Participation on Women's Quality of Life and Symptom Management During the Menopausal Transition: A Pilot Study

Crowe

Puymbroeck

Linder

et al. 2015

Health Care for Women International

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“…Physical activity helped participants feel physically better, ward off perceived health concerns, and function better in their day-to-day life. Participants noted specific benefits in terms of their physical fitness [38,40,41,44,46,48,50,52,53,54,58,59,64,65,69], overall energy levels [32,33,35,37,38,40,42,43,44,46,48,50,54,56,57,58,59,62,65,66,67], physical strength [32,35,42,43,44,46,49,50,51,54,56,57,59,60,61,62,66,68,69], flexibility [38,39,49,56,67], weight/body composition [42,43,53,54,62,69,…”

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Physical Activity and Quality of Life in Cancer Survivors: A Meta-Synthesis of Qualitative Research

Burke

Wurz

Bradshaw

et al. 2017

Cancers

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Qualitative research on the impact of physical activity on quality of life (QoL) in adults diagnosed with cancer is accumulating. However, the field of physical activity and cancer survivorship lack a synthesis of this research to reliably understand the implications for future research and practice. The aim of this meta-synthesis was to identify, appraise, and synthesize qualitative research on cancer survivors’ perspectives of the impact of physical activity on their QoL. Seven electronic databases were searched for original studies published in English, and reference lists of relevant studies were hand-searched to identify additional studies. Forty studies met eligibility criteria and were included in this meta-synthesis. Study characteristics and major findings were extracted, and findings were summarized, compared, and synthesized. Themes identified in this review revealed that physical activity positively impacted four dimensions of cancer survivors’ QoL: physical (e.g., managing the physical consequences of cancer and its treatment), psychological (e.g., evoking positive self-perceptions), social (e.g., feeling understood by others), and spiritual (e.g., redefining life purpose). This meta-synthesis corroborates conclusions from reviews of quantitative research and illustrates that physical activity can be used to improve QoL in adult cancer survivors, regardless of diagnosis (i.e., stage, cancer type) and treatment status. It also provides detailed insight into specific aspects within each dimension of QoL impacted by physical activity from cancer survivors’ perspectives, which is important for understanding the meaning and utility of physical activity for them. However, more research is needed to further develop the qualitative evidence base in order to better understand how physical activity impacts on QoL experiences in men, young adults, and adults diagnosed with less common types of cancer at different points along cancer trajectory (i.e., diagnosis, treatment, post-treatment, palliation).

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“…For centuries, yoga has been recognized as a form of exercise that can yield increased flexibility, weight management, strength and endurance for regular practitioners (Agte, Jahagirdar, and Tarwadi, 2011; Gordon et al, 2008; Olivo, 2009; Phoosuwan, Kritpet, and Yuktanandana, 2009; Pullen et al, 2008; Ulger and Yagli, 2011). Yoga-based exercise is also emerging as an important practice to be used for cancer survivors and shown to improve cancer survivors self-reported quality of life (QOL) (Banasik et al, 2011; Bower et al, 2012; Buffart et al, 2012; Culos-Reed, Carlson, Daroux, and Hately-Aldous, 2006; Danhauer et al, 2009; DiStasio, 2008; Kiecolt-Glaser et al, 2014; Lengacher et al, 2012; Moadel et al, 2007; Mustian et al, 2013; Ulger and Yagli, 2010; Van Puymbroeck et al, 2013). …”

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Effect of a six-month yoga exercise intervention on fitness outcomes for breast cancer survivors

Hughes

Darby²,

Gonzalez

et al. 2015

Physiotherapy Theory and Practice

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Yoga-based exercise has proven to be beneficial for practitioners, including cancer survivors. This study reports on the improvements in physical fitness for 20 breast cancer survivors who participated in a six-month yoga-based (YE) exercise program. Results are compared to a comprehensive exercise (CE) program group and a comparison (C) exercise group who chose their own exercises. “Pre” and “post” fitness assessments included measures of anthropometrics, cardiorespiratory capacity, strength and flexibility. Descriptive statistics, effect size (d), dependent sample ‘t’ tests for all outcome measures were calculated for the YE group. Significant improvements included: decreased % body fat (−3.00%, d = −0.44, p < 0.001); increased sit to stand leg strength repetitions (2.05, d = 0.48, p = 0.003); forward reach (3.59 cm, d = 0.61, p = 0.01); and right arm sagittal range of motion (6.50°, d = 0.92, p= 0.05). To compare YE outcomes with the other two groups, a one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used. YE participants significantly outperformed C participants on “forward reach” (3.59 cm gained versus −2.44 cm lost), (p = 0.009) and outperformed CE participants (3.59 cm gained versus 1.35 cm gained), but not statistically significant. Our results support yoga-based exercise modified for breast cancer survivors as safe and effective.

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Perceived Health Benefits from Yoga among Breast Cancer Survivors

Abstract: Yoga may be an important tool in the healing process for breast cancer survivors.

Cited by 32 publications

References 31 publications

The Effects of Yoga Participation on Women's Quality of Life and Symptom Management During the Menopausal Transition: A Pilot Study

The Effects of Yoga Participation on Women's Quality of Life and Symptom Management During the Menopausal Transition: A Pilot Study

Physical Activity and Quality of Life in Cancer Survivors: A Meta-Synthesis of Qualitative Research

Effect of a six-month yoga exercise intervention on fitness outcomes for breast cancer survivors

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