Evaluation of Yoga for the Treatment of Pediatric Headaches

Evaluation of Yoga for the Treatment of Pediatric Headaches

This study will examine the feasibility and acceptability of yoga for adolescents seen by a medical practitioner for their headaches. The study will also examine whether yoga decreases anxiety and improves quality of life. We hypothesize that yoga will be both acceptable and feasible with a pediatric population. We also hypothesize that yoga will decrease anxiety and improve quality of life.

Inclusion Criteria:

• 13-17 years
• patient seen in the headache clinic at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin

Exclusion Criteria:

• neck, spinal, or back injuries