Could a gentle yoga practice turn down the Body's pain and inflammation?
NCT ID NCT03790098
First seen Aug 13, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study is testing whether a gentle form of yoga, called restorative flow yoga, can help reduce chronic pain and lower inflammation in women aged 60 and older. Participants will attend yoga sessions designed to relax the body and mind, and researchers will measure changes in pain levels and inflammatory markers in the blood. The goal is to see if this low-impact practice could be a safe and effective way to improve well-being in older women living with persistent pain.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Restorative-Flow Yoga (a gentle, prop-supported yoga practice combining relaxation poses with breath-linked movement)
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this could offer a drug-free, low-cost way for older women to manage chronic pain and reduce inflammation, potentially improving daily function and quality of life.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small pilot study, so results may not be conclusive or widely applicable. The benefits of yoga can vary greatly between individuals, and it may not be effective for everyone.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Cornell University
Ithaca, New York, 14853, United States
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