The Effect of a Digital MediYoga Program on Quality of Life, Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Among Patients With Atrial Fibrillation
The Effect of MediYoga on Quality of Life, Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Among Patients With Atrial Fibrillation: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Herlev and Gentofte Hospital
456 participants
Sep 1, 2025
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common cardiac arrythmia, associated with increased risk of stroke, heart failure, reduced quality of life (QoL), and psychological distress. This randomized controlled trial investigates the effect of MediYoga - a program incorporating deep breathing, low-intensity yoga, and meditation- on disease-specific QoL, blood pressure, and heart rate in 456 patients with paroxysmal AF. With a strong focus on sustainability, the study is fully digital: participants are recruited online, and the 12-week intervention is delivered through an application to smartphone. Additionally, the participants receive online support via Teams. Data will be collected at baseline, 3, 6, and 12 months. The primary outcome is disease specific QoL; secondary outcomes include blood pressure, heart rate, generic QoL, and psychological wellbeing. Qualitative interviews will explore patients' experiences with the intervention.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria6
- Aged 18 and above
- Diagnosed with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- EHRA score at 2 or more
- Owner of a smartphone or tablet
- Speaking and reading Danish
- No comorbidity that restricts them from participating in the intervention
Exclusion Criteria2
- Elevated TSH Hormone
- Participated in mindfulness or yoga exercise regularly at any point during the last two years.
Interventions
The intervention consists of 60 minutes of weekly MediYoga over a 12-week period. Participants in the intervention group may choose whether they prefer to practice yoga for 20 minutes three times per week, or for 60 minutes once per week. The yoga sessions are delivered via a smartphone application, guiding participants through the sessions with both video and audio. In addition, participants are required to complete three questionnaires and measure blood pressure and heart rate at baseline, and at 3 and 6 months of follow-up.
The intervention consists of 60 minutes of weekly MediYoga over a 12-week period. Participants in the intervention group may choose whether they prefer to practice yoga for 20 minutes three times per week, or for 60 minutes once per week. The yoga sessions are delivered via a smartphone application, guiding participants through the sessions with both video and audio. In addition, participants are required to complete three questionnaires and measure blood pressure and heart rate at baseline, and at 3 and 6 months of follow-up.
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NCT07321964