Yoga for Caregivers and Persons With Dementia
(YCPD Trial)
Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)
Overseen byGretchen Brenes, PhD
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Travel: May Be Covered
Time Reimbursement: Varies
Trial Phase: Academic
Waitlist Available
Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences
No Placebo Group
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
The purpose of this research is to determine the feasibility and acceptability of yoga classes for persons living with dementia (PLWD) and their care partners. A secondary aim of this study is to examine the impact of yoga on caregiver burden.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
Caregivers: Providing unpaid care to a family member of friend diagnosed Alzheimer's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease Related Dementias (ADRD)
You have been diagnosed with dementia, but can still live in the community and participate in yoga according to the study staff.
Exclusion Criteria
You do not speak English and have practiced yoga or meditation in the past month.
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Gentle Yoga (Behavioral Intervention)
Participant Groups
1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Yoga for Caregivers and Persons With DementiaExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Persons With Dementia and their caregivers will participate in up to 20 group yoga classes.
Find a Clinic Near You
Research Locations NearbySelect from list below to view details:
Atrium Health Wake Forest BaptistWinston-Salem, NC
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Wake Forest University Health SciencesLead Sponsor