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The study aims to evaluate the impact of an Iyengar yoga-based exercise program on falls compared to a seated yoga relaxation program in older adults.

March 26, 2026Open Access

Correction to Lancet Healthy Longevity 2025; 6: 100749

Key Points

The study aims to evaluate the impact of an Iyengar yoga-based exercise program on falls compared to a seated yoga relaxation program in older adults.
Pragmatic, two-arm, parallel randomised controlled trial design
Participants aged 60 years and over
Comparison of Iyengar yoga-based exercises with seated yoga relaxation
Assessment of falls as the primary outcome
Iyengar yoga significantly reduced the incidence of falls compared to the seated yoga programme
Participants engaged in Iyengar yoga showed improved balance and strength
The study suggests that specific yoga practices can enhance fall prevention strategies for older adults

Abstract

Oliveira JS, Sherrington C, Lord SL, Camara GC, Colley S, West C, Haynes A, Gilchrist H, Kwok WS, Pearce LMN, Wallbank G, Trent M, Bauman A, Grunseit AC, Anstey KJ, Tiedemann A. The effect of an Iyengar yoga-based exercise programme versus a seated yoga relaxation programme on falls in people aged 60 years and over (SAGE): a pragmatic, two-arm, parallel randomised controlled trial. Lancet Healthy Longev 2025;6:100749.

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