Implementation of a Clinic-Based Yoga Program for Chronic Pain.
Sara Hall1, Lauren R O'Keefe2, Madisen K Janssen3
1Pain Management Department, Regions Hospital, St. Paul, Minnesota.
Summary
This study found that an 8-week yoga program significantly reduced pain interference in individuals with chronic pain. Many participants continued daily yoga practice, highlighting its potential as an accessible non-pharmacological intervention.
Area of Science:
- Integrative medicine
- Neuroplasticity
- Chronic pain management
Background:
- Yoga, an ancient practice, is increasingly recognized for its potential to counteract negative neuroplastic effects in chronic pain.
- A gap exists in accessible yoga programs tailored to individuals with chronic pain limitations.
- This study evaluated a healthcare-based yoga program for chronic pain patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate an 8-week in-person group yoga program for individuals with chronic pain.
- To assess the program's effectiveness on pain interference, physical function, and opioid use.
- To measure participant satisfaction and likelihood of continuing yoga practice.
Main Methods:
- A pilot study with 21 participants with chronic pain.
- An 8-week in-person group yoga program including education and practice.
- A pre-post design measuring pain interference (Brief Pain Inventory), physical function, and opioid use.
Main Results:
- Significant decrease in pain interference (Brief Pain Inventory) from 5.6 ± 2.2 to 4.0 ± 2.3.
- Reduction in severe pain interference ratings by 15.4% (38.1% to 22.7%).
- Over 25% of participants continued daily yoga practice 3 months post-study.
Conclusions:
- Yoga programs can effectively reduce pain interference and improve outcomes for individuals with chronic pain.
- This accessible yoga program offers an innovative non-pharmacological intervention for pain management.
- Pain management nurses can play a key role in promoting yoga for chronic pain accessibility.
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