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Article Category: Research Article
| Online Publication Date: 28 Oct 2013
Translating Knowledge: A Framework for Evidence-Informed Yoga Programs in Oncology
Translating Knowledge: A Framework for Evidence-Informed Yoga Programs in Oncology
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Empirical research suggests that yoga may positively influence the negative psychosocial and physical side effects associated with cancer and its treatment. The translation of these findings into sustainable, evidence-informed yoga programming for cancer survivors has lagged behind the research. This article provides (a) an overview of the yoga and cancer research, (b) a framework for successfully developing and delivering yoga to cancer populations, and (c) an example of a successful community-based program. The importance of continued research and knowledge translation efforts in the context of yoga and integrative oncology are highlighted.
Keywords: yoga; yoga therapy; cancer survivor; oncology; program development; knowledge translation
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