Yoga in Improving Quality of Life in Patients With Non-small Cell Lung Cancer Undergoing Treatment

The Effect of Yoga and Exercise on the Quality of Life of Patients With Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

The purpose of this research study is to evaluate the effects of yoga (including breathing exercises) on the quality of life in patients, diagnosed and undergoing standard treatments for non-small cell lung cancer.

This clinical trial studies yoga in improving quality of life in patients with non-small cell lung cancer undergoing treatment. Yoga may help improve quality of life and pulmonary functional capacity in patients with non-small cell lung cancer.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients with any type of non-small cell lung cancer who are undergoing medical treatment, including surgery, radiation and / or chemotherapy.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Metastasis to the brain, problems during surgery leading to myocardial infarction or hemorrhage, cerebral infarction or hemorrhage, respiratory failure, non-healing surgical wound.