Chair yoga may ease scleroderma symptoms, small study hints
NCT ID NCT04491396
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tested whether gentle yoga and breathing exercises are feasible for people with scleroderma, a condition that can limit movement. Thirty participants learned chair-based yoga and breathing techniques, then practiced twice daily at home for 10 weeks. Researchers measured quality of life, stress, depression, and saliva biomarkers to see if the program was practical and helpful.
What this could mean
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Active substance
gentle yoga and yogic breathing (chair yoga and pranayama)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a safe, at-home practice to help manage symptoms like pain, stress, and fatigue in people with scleroderma.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It tests feasibility, not effectiveness, and relies on self-reported diaries.
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Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, South Carolina, 29425, United States