Multiple Myeloma Yoga Pilot Study

A Randomized Pilot Study of Yoga Intervention in Patients With Multiple Myeloma on Active Therapy

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the feasibility of implementing a weekly yoga intervention in patients with multiple myeloma on active therapy. This study aims to analyze the impact of yoga intervention on physical symptoms (e.g. pain, fatigue, sleep), psychological symptoms (e.g. anxiety, depression), and overall health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in multiple myeloma patients on active treatment.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Any adult of age 18 and above
• Able to understand basic English
• Able to provide informed consent
• Diagnosis of multiple myeloma on active treatment as determined by investigators
• Good performance status as defined by European Cooperative Oncology Group score 0-1
• Able to utilize computer/laptop and smart phone
• Able and willing to travel to the yoga studio for weekly sessions
• Able to utilized a wearable device, such as Apple Watch or Fitbit (optional)

Exclusion Criteria:

• Poor performance status with European Cooperative Oncology Group score 2-4
• Actively participating in another clinical trial
• Poorly controlled mental health symptoms as determined by treating physician
• Reported fall or syncope in the last 2 months prior to enrollment
• Concurrent diagnosis of amyloidosis or other cancer requiring active treatment