Healthy middle-aged women
Conditions
Interventions
A facial yoga program focusing on facial muscles will be conducted for middle-aged women. The intervention will last for two months. Participants will practice facial yoga at home for 5 minutes daily
Sponsors
Kyoto Koka Women's University
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
Female
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: This study targets middle-aged women, who constitute the majority of facial yoga participants. Since middle age is a period when facial muscle strength and oral-swallowing functions gradually decline, this study aims to promote the habitual practice of facial yoga before the onset of functional deterioration, in order to maintain and improve mental and physical well-being. Therefore, the inclusion criteria are healthy middle-aged women who are able to perform daily activities independently.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Participants who meet any of the following conditions will be excluded: 1.Presence of severe mental disorders 2.Presence of severe oral diseases, neuromuscular disorders, or motor disabilities 3.Use of medications or treatments (such as muscle relaxants) that may affect muscle activity 4.Individuals who routinely practice facial yoga or similar facial muscle training
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Changes in psychological indicators (POMS2), physical indicators (oral and swallowing function measurements), and subjective facial expression evaluation (VAS) before and after intervention | — |
Countries
Japan
Contacts
Public ContactMasako Tanaka
Kyoto Koka Women's University Graduate School of Nursing
Outcome results
None listed