Can online yoga help cancer survivors sleep better?

NCT ID NCT04458194

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Rochester Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether virtual yoga classes can help cancer survivors who have trouble sleeping. About 42 survivors will either take 8 virtual yoga sessions over 4 weeks or continue their usual care. Researchers will measure changes in insomnia and sleep quality to see if the online program works.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: YOCAS©® yoga (a gentle yoga program with postures, breathing, and meditation)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a safe, accessible way for cancer survivors to improve sleep without medication.
What could go wrong: This is a small feasibility trial (42 people) with no blinding, so results may not be conclusive or generalizable. The benefit of virtual yoga over in-person sessions is still unknown.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cancer insomnia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

INSOMNIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

Bassett Research Institute

Cooperstown, New York, 13326, United States
University of Rochester Medical Center

Rochester, New York, 14642, United States

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