title: Translating knowledge: a framework for evidence-informed yoga programs in oncology.
abstract: Empirical research suggests that yoga may positively influence the negative psychosocial and physical side effects associated with cancer and its treatment. The translation of these findings into sustainable, evidence-informed yoga programming for cancer survivors has lagged behind the research. This article provides (a) an overview of the yoga and cancer research, (b) a framework for successfully developing and delivering yoga to cancer populations, and (c) an example of a successful community-based program. The importance of continued research and knowledge translation efforts in the context of yoga and integrative oncology are highlighted.
authors.affiliation: Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Calgary.
authors.forename: Amanda J
authors.initials: AJ
authors.lastname: Wurz
authors.forename: Lauren C
authors.initials: LC
authors.lastname: Capozzi
authors.forename: Michael J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Mackenzie
authors.forename: Suzanne C
authors.initials: SC
authors.lastname: Danhauer
authors.forename: Nicole
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Culos-Reed
mesh_terms: D055317:Evidence-Based Practice; D006801:Humans; D019359:Knowledge; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000523:psychology* / Q000628:therapy*; D015013:Yoga
keywords: cancer survivor; knowledge translation; oncology; program development; yoga; yoga therapy