Effects of an Online Yoga Program on Exercise Capacity and Quality of Life in Bronchiectasis Patients

NCT07540936 | Completed

• 1 other identifier: MEDIPOL-BR-YOGA
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 70
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

Bronchiectasis is a chronic lung disease characterized by persistent cough, sputum production, shortness of breath, and recurrent infections, which can reduce physical capacity and quality of life. Non-pharmacological interventions, such as exercise-based approaches, are increasingly used to support symptom management in these patients. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of an eight-week online yoga program on exercise capacity, dyspnea severity, respiratory function, and quality of life in adults with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis. A total of 70 participants were randomly assigned to either a yoga intervention group or a control group. The yoga group participated in supervised online sessions three times per week, including breathing exercises, postures, and relaxation techniques, while the control group received usual care without additional intervention. Outcomes were assessed at baseline and after eight weeks using pulmonary function tests, the six-minute walk test (6MWT), the Modified Medical Research Council (mMRC) Dyspnea Scale, and the St. George's Respiratory Questionnaire (SGRQ). The study investigated whether yoga could provide a safe and effective complementary approach to improve symptoms and functional capacity in individuals with bronchiectasis.

Conditions

Bronchiectasis Adult; Yoga

Keywords

Yoga; Bronchiectasis; Pulmonary Rehabilitation; Quality of Life; Respiratory Function

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• 6-Minute Walk Distance (6MWT)

  The change in functional exercise capacity assessed by the six-minute walk test (6MWT), measured as the distance (in meters) walked in six minutes.

  Baseline and 8 weeks

Secondary Outcomes (7)

• Dyspnea Severity (mMRC Scale)

  Baseline and 8 weeks

• Health-Related Quality of Life (SGRQ)

  Baseline and 8 weeks

• FEV1

  Baseline and 8 weeks

• FVC

  Baseline and 8 weeks

• FEV1/FVC

  Baseline and 8 weeks

Study Arms (2)

Yoga Group

EXPERIMENTAL

Participants in this group received an eight-week supervised online yoga program consisting of breathing exercises, postures (asanas), and relaxation techniques, performed three times per week (24 sessions in total).

Behavioral: Yoga Program

Control Group

NO INTERVENTION

Participants in this group received usual care without any additional intervention during the study period

Interventions

Yoga Program BEHAVIORAL

The intervention consisted of an eight-week online supervised yoga program including breathing exercises (pranayama), physical postures (asanas), and relaxation techniques. Sessions were conducted three times per week, totaling 24 sessions. The program was designed to improve respiratory control, chest expansion, and overall physical awareness.

Yoga Group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 30 Years - 55 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64)

You may qualify if:

• Adults aged 30-55 years
• Diagnosed with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis based on clinical and radiological findings
• Clinically stable condition
• No participation in a structured exercise program within the previous 3 months
• Voluntary agreement to participate

You may not qualify if:

• Presence of additional respiratory diseases
• Acute exacerbation or antibiotic use within the previous 4 weeks
• Physical or cognitive impairments limiting participation
• Age above 55 years

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Istanbul Medipol University Hospital: lead

Study Sites (1)

Istanbul Medipol University, Faculty of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

Istanbul, Beykoz, 34810, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Bronchiectasis; Respiratory Aspiration

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Bronchial Diseases; Respiratory Tract Diseases; Respiration Disorders; Pathologic Processes; Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: NONE
• Masking Details: Due to the nature of the intervention (yoga program), neither participants nor investigators were blinded to group allocation.
• Purpose: TREATMENT
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Assistant Professor

Model Details: Participants were randomly assigned to either a yoga intervention group or a control group in a parallel design. The intervention group received an eight-week supervised online yoga program, while the control group received usual care without additional intervention.

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: April 8, 2026
• First Posted: April 21, 2026
• Study Start: January 15, 2025
• Primary Completion: June 20, 2025
• Study Completion: October 15, 2025
• Last Updated: April 21, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-04

Locations

TU (1)