Impact of Yoga on Cognitive Function

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Conditions studied: Heart Failure, Mild Cognitive Impairment

In brief

Mild cognitive impairment is highly prevalent in patients with heart failure and results in poor well-being and quality of life. While yoga has proven effective in promoting cognitive health in older adults through its gentle movements, controlled breathing, and meditation, its effects on patients with heart failure remain unknown. Therefore, this feasibility and pilot study plans to deliver a 12-week yoga intervention and test its effects on cognitive function in patients with heart failure and mild cognitive impairment.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT06434168

Run by

Auburn University

People needed

24

Starts

2024-07-16

Expected to finish

2027-12-31

Last updated by the study team

2026-04-06

Who can join

Age: 55 and older, up to 70. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Aged 55 years and older
• Confirmed heart failure diagnosis with mild cognitive impairment
• New York Heart Association functional class II-IV

You may not qualify if…

• Co-existing neurological disorders, traumatic brain injury, psychiatric disorders, or terminal illnesses
• Have implanted defibrillator, left ventricular assist device placement or cardiac transplant
• Have any other implanted metals that interfere with the MRI magnetic field for patient safety
• Substance abuse
• Pregnant
• Unable to perform yoga due to physical limitations or severity of illness

Where it is running

• Auburn University — Auburn, Alabama, United States

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