Yoga in Women With Surgical Menopause After Gynecological Cancer

The Effect of Yoga on Quality of Life, Sleep Quality, and Spiritual Well-Being in Women Who Undergo Surgical Menopause Following Gynecological Cancer Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial

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.

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)