Multiple Conditions in Later Life

Individually randomised controlled multi-centre trial to determine the clinical and cost effectiveness of an adapted yoga programme for older adults with multimorbidity, including an embedded process evaluation

Addressing priority 5: NIHR research completed

The evidence base for how best to manage older adults with multiple health conditions is weak. Yoga might be a useful intervention, because it is low cost, simple, and can address several health conditions simultaneously. Gentle Year Yoga (GYY) is a yoga programme that was developed for older adults with chronic conditions. A pilot trial of GYY demonstrated feasibility and encouraging preliminary data. This trial is needed to determine clinical and cost effectiveness.