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This randomized controlled trial investigates the effects of yoga on quality of life, sleep quality, and spiritual well-being in women who have entered surgical menopause after gynecological cancer surgery. Yoga is expected to be a supportive intervention for symptom management and to improve overall well-being in this patient population.
Surgical menopause after gynecological cancer surgery is associated with sudden and severe symptoms that may reduce quality of life, disturb sleep, and affect overall well-being. Supportive non-pharmacological approaches such as yoga may help manage these challenges.
This randomized controlled trial will investigate the effects of an 8-week yoga program on quality of life, sleep quality, and spiritual well-being in women who have entered surgical menopause. Forty-six participants will be randomly assigned to either a yoga intervention group or a control group. The intervention group will attend two yoga sessions per week (one online, one face-to-face) in small groups or individually with a certified instructor, while the control group will receive usual care and be offered yoga after the study.
Assessments will be conducted at baseline, post-intervention (8 weeks), and 3-month follow-up using standardized questionnaires. It is expected that yoga will support symptom management and improve overall well-being in this patient population.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
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| Study Group | Experimental | Individuals who perform yoga |
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| Control Group | No Intervention | Controls |
| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| Yoga | Behavioral | Participants in the intervention group will take part in an 8-week yoga program designed for women who have entered surgical menopause after gynecological cancer surgery. The program will consist of two 60-minute sessions per week, one delivered online and one delivered face-to-face, conducted in small groups (5-6 participants) or individually, depending on participant availability. The sessions will include physical postures, breathing exercises, and relaxation/meditation techniques. The program will be delivered by a certified yoga instructor. |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Change in Quality of Life with yoga | Change in WHOQOL-BREF total score. Scores range 0-100; higher scores indicate better quality of life. | Baseline, 2 months (end of intervention), and 5 months (3-month follow-up) |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Change in Sleep Quality | Change in Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Higher scores indicate worse sleep quality. | Baseline, 2 months (end of intervention), and 5 months (3-month follow-up) |
| Change in Spiritual Well-Being |
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Inclusion Criteria:
Age between 18-65 years Diagnosis of primary gynecological cancer (ovarian, endometrial, cervical, vaginal, or vulvar) (Stage I-III) Ability to read, understand, and speak Turkish Completion of all adjuvant treatments (surgery, chemotherapy, and/or radiotherapy) at least 6 months prior Access to the internet Having a computer/tablet/phone with a camera Willingness and ability to attend at least 80% of the yoga sessions Voluntary participation in the study
Exclusion Criteria:
Any condition that prevents communication Cognitive, sensory, or physical impairment that prevents yoga practice Diagnosis of metastatic gynecological cancer Regular yoga practice within the last 6 months (at least once a week for 8 consecutive weeks)
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| Name | Role | Phone | Extension | |
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| Selcan Zeynep Ergöz Aksoy, RN. MSc. | Contact | +905393692241 | selcanzeynepergoz@gmail.com |
| Name | Affiliation | Role |
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| Dilek Bilgiç, Prof. | Dokuz Eylul University | Study Director |
| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| Dokuz Eylul University | Izmir | Balçova | 35330 | Turkey (Türkiye) |
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| ID | Term |
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| D009369 | Neoplasms |
| D007319 | Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders |
| ID | Term |
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| D020919 | Sleep Disorders, Intrinsic |
| D020920 | Dyssomnias |
| D012893 | Sleep Wake Disorders |
| D009422 | Nervous System Diseases |
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| ID | Term |
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| D015013 | Yoga |
| ID | Term |
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| D026441 | Mind-Body Therapies |
| D000529 | Complementary Therapies |
| D013812 | Therapeutics |
| D026443 | Spiritual Therapies |
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This study was designed as a prospective and Randomized Controlled experimental study. Participants were randomly divided into two groups in a 1:1 ratio; the study group and the control group.
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Double (Investigator, Outcomes Assessor)
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Change in FACIT-Sp-12 total score. Higher scores indicate greater spiritual well-being.
| Baseline, 2 months (end of intervention), and 5 months (3-month follow-up) |
| Change in Menopausal Symptoms | Change in Menopause Rating Scale total score. Higher scores indicate greater symptom burden. | Baseline, 2 months (end of intervention), and 5 months (3-month follow-up) |
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| D001523 |
| Mental Disorders |
| D026241 |
| Exercise Movement Techniques |
| D026741 | Physical Therapy Modalities |