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Effect of Yoga on Sarcopenia

Impact of Integrated Yoga Module on Sarcopenia: A Randomized Controlled Trial - NIL

Status
Active, not recruiting
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Interventional
Source
CTRI
Registry ID
CTRI/2025/07/090429
Enrollment
100
Registered
2025-07-08
Start date
Unknown
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2025-07-21

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

Health Condition 1: M628- Other specified disorders of muscle

Interventions

Intervention1: Sukshma Vyayama, Asana, Pranayama, Meditation: IYMS will be given to the experimental group for 90 days. Each session will be for 60 minutes for 6 days excluding sunday. Timing will be

Sponsors

University Grants Commission
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Diagnosis: Clinically diagnosed with sarcopenia based on criteria (low muscle strength, muscle quantity or quality and physical performance). Mobility: Ability to walk independently or with minimal assistance. Cognitive Function: Cognitively intact to follow instructions. Consent: Willingness to participate with signed informed consent. Stable Health: Medically stable with controlled chronic conditions No Prior Yoga Experience: No regular yoga practice in past 6 months.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: Severe Musculoskeletal Disorders: Conditions limiting safe physical activity (such as severe arthritis, recent fractures). Neurological Disorders: Diagnosed with Parkinson s disease, stroke, or other conditions affecting balance/mobility. Uncontrolled Chronic Diseases: Uncontrolled diabetes, hypertension, or heart conditions that increase risk during yoga. Recent Surgery: Major surgery within the last 6 months. Severe Cognitive Impairment: Diagnosed dementia or significant cognitive decline. Psychiatric Conditions: Severe mental health disorders affecting participation. Regular Engagement in Yoga: Active participation in structured yoga programs within the last 3 months.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
It is hypothesized that patients in experimental group are expected to show improvements in their muscle strength, muscle mass and physical performance.Timepoint: 90 days

Secondary

MeasureTime frame
Regular yoga may show enhanced quality of life in patients of experimental group.Timepoint: 90 days

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactDr Sandeep Kumar Singh

University of Patanjali

drsandeep@uop.edu.in8946870057

Outcome results

None listed

Source: CTRI (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026