Mindfulness-Based Intervention in Breast Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy
- Conditions
- Breast Cancer
- Interventions
- Behavioral: Mindfulness
- Registration Number
- NCT02067351
- Lead Sponsor
- Mayo Clinic
- Brief Summary
There is evidence that mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) such as meditation, mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and yoga might improve Quality of Life (QOL) and reduce stress in breast cancer survivors. These interventions are becoming increasingly popular in cancer survivors. However, little is known about the feasibility and effect of MBIs administered during the interval of time of chemotherapy, on QOL and stress. The investigators are planning a MBI intervention study developed specifically for breast cancer survivors receiving chemotherapy (usually 4-5 months) at the investigators institution, for at least 8 sessions combined with at least 8 weeks of home-practice, in 25 women receiving chemotherapy for breast cancer.
- Detailed Description
Not available
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- COMPLETED
- Sex
- Female
- Target Recruitment
- 6
Not provided
Not provided
Study & Design
- Study Type
- INTERVENTIONAL
- Study Design
- SINGLE_GROUP
- Arm && Interventions
Group Intervention Description Mindfulness Intervention Mindfulness Mindfulness intervention
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Feasibility - percentage of patients recruited from those approached, percentage of patients who dropped off, percentage of patients who are compliant (attending more than 75% of recommended sessions) While receiving chemotherapy (usually 4-5 months)
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Stress - measured by the Perceived Stress Scale - statistically and clinically significant reductions in stress 7-8 months Stress will be measured before the start of chemotherapy, monthly while receiving chemotherapy (usually 4-5 months) and at 3 months after chemotherapy
Trial Locations
- Locations (1)
Mayo Clinic in Rochester
🇺🇸Rochester, Minnesota, United States