Yoga program for patients with brain tumors undergoing radiotherapy (XRT) and their family caregivers.

200 Background: The role of behavioral medicine in the symptom management of glioma patients is largely unknown. Moreover, although the literature revealed that family caregivers are at risk of physical and psychological burden, the needs of caregivers generally remain unaddressed. The purpose of this study was to establish feasibility and preliminary efficacy of a couple-based Yoga (CBY) intervention in glioma patients and their caregivers targeting QOL outcomes. Methods: This small, single-arm pilot trial included adults with low and high grade glioma undergoing XRT and their family caregivers. Dyads participated in a 12-session CBY program focusing on breathing exercises, gentle movements and guided meditations. We tracked feasibility data and assessed levels of cancer-related symptoms (MDASI), depressive symptoms (CES-D), fatigue (BFI), sleep disturbances (PSQI), spiritual well-being (FACT-SP) and overall mental and physical QOL (SF-36) at baseline and post-CBY, which was at the end of XRT. Participan...