Mind-body Medicine for Patients With Malignant Hematological Diseases
Mind-body Medicine as a Supportive Strategy for Patients With Malignant Hematological Diseases: a Randomized Controlled Trial
Universität Duisburg-Essen
94 participants
Sep 6, 2017
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to investigate the effectiveness of a mind-body group program as a supprtivemanagement strategy for fatigue in patients with malignant hematological diseases.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria2
- Patients with malignant hematological diseases in complete remission after primary chemotherapy and/or radiation
- Physical and mental ability to attent 8 of 11 group units
Exclusion Criteria3
- Chemotherapy, radiation, or rehabilitation programm during the study period
- Pregnancy
- Participation in other studies with behavioral interventions during the study period
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Interventions
The group program is mainly based on MBSR. It further integrates elements of the mind-body medicine cancer program of the Benson-Henry Mind/Body Medical Institute at Harvard Medical School which is rooted in psychoneuroendocrinology and focuses on relaxation techniques, exercise, cognitive restructuring, diet, and social support. In addition, naturopathic methods of selfregulation and self-care are incorporated.
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NCT03735992