Benson relaxation exercises for better sleep in lung cancer patients
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether Benson relaxation exercises, a simple breathing technique, can improve sleep quality in people with lung cancer who are staying in the hospital. If you join, you will practice these exercises daily for 15 days with the care team to see if they help you sleep better.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have lung cancer and are currently staying in the hospital for treatment.
- You are awake, alert, and able to communicate clearly.
- You are willing to take part in breathing exercises.
- You have sleep problems that score above 5 on a standard sleep quality test (the PSQI).
- You do not have severe pain (below 5 on a 0–10 pain scale) or very low oxygen levels (below 90%).
- You are not currently taking anti-anxiety or sleeping medications, and you have not done yoga or meditation before.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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