Journal of Yoga & Physical Therapy
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Chase Bossart

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• Research Article
  Development of an Intra-dialysis Yoga Protocol for Patients with End-Stage Renal Disease
  Author(s): Gurjeet S Birdee, Chase Bossart, Amy Wheeler, Stephanie J Sohl and Dolphi WertenbakerGurjeet S Birdee, Chase Bossart, Amy Wheeler, Stephanie J Sohl and Dolphi Wertenbaker
  
  Objective: Patients with end-stage renal disease on maintenance haemodialysis are physically inactive. We describe the rationale and process of developing a targeted yoga therapy intervention to promote physical activity among this population. Methods: An intra-dialysis yoga protocol was devised through a process of expert consensus. All yoga therapists were trained in the tradition of Tirumalai Krishnamacharya and his son T.K.V. Desikachar. Protocol development occurred in 4 stages: 1. Education of panel on end-stage renal disease and haemodialysis; 2. Discussion of potential therapeutic benefits of yoga for the population; 3. Identification of therapeutic goals for the population; and 4. Yoga protocol development. The protocol was subjected to critical feedback by other yoga therapists, clinical researchers, and nephrologists. Protocol:.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2157-7595.1000186

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