Yoga probes the brain in prolonged grief
NCT ID NCT05026827
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study explores how Iyengar Yoga affects the brain and body in older adults with prolonged grief disorder. About 68 participants will take yoga classes or join a social group for comparison. Researchers will measure changes in brain activity, grief symptoms, and natural chemicals linked to mood. The goal is to better understand the biology of prolonged grief, not to test a cure.
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Active substance
Iyengar Yoga
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could reveal how yoga affects the brain and body in prolonged grief, pointing toward new ways to understand or help treat the condition.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early pilot study with only 68 participants. It is designed to gather information, not to prove a treatment works, so results may not lead to clear conclusions.
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Medical College of Wisconsin
Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, 53226, United States