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Can breathing exercises boost Yoga's power to melt student stress?

NCT ID NCT07770139

Symptom relief Sponsor: Istanbul Gelisim University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 18, 2026 · Last updated Aug 19, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether adding pranayama breathing exercises to online yoga sessions offers extra benefits for university students dealing with stress and neck tension. About 55 students will be randomly assigned to either yoga alone or yoga plus pranayama, attending online sessions three times a week for four weeks. Researchers will measure changes in anxiety, neck-related disability, and the physical properties of neck muscles using a device called MyotonPRO. The goal is to see if the combined approach improves muscle elasticity and reduces stress more than yoga alone.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Yoga and yoga combined with pranayama breathing exercises, delivered via online sessions
What this could lead to
If adding pranayama to yoga proves more effective, it could point to a simple, low-cost way for students to manage stress and neck discomfort.
What could go wrong
This is a small, short-term study, so results may not apply broadly. Benefits could be modest, and online delivery may not suit everyone.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 55 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Aug 2026

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Expected to finish

Nov 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 30 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * University students aged 18-30 years * Sedentary or lightly physically active individuals * Ability to participate in online intervention sessions * Willingness to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed psychiatric disorders * Current use of psychotropic medications * Acute musculoskeletal injury * Advanced experience in yoga or meditation

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Myalgia Respiratory Aspiration

As listed by the trial registrant

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Muscle aches Neck disorders Stress Students

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Locations

  • Istanbul Gelisim University

    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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