In this randomized controlled trial, the participants were assigned to receive standard care alone or standard care plus online yoga instruction. Yoga instruction was conducted twice per week for 3 months and consisted of 60-minute sessions featuring guided yoga postures, breathing exercises, and meditation. The control group received consultations during which they discussed their health and were encouraged to adhere to the standard care prescribed by their doctors.

Validated scales were used to assess disease severity, disease-related functionality, quality of life, anxiety, and depression. Blood samples were collected to assess markers of inflammation (C-reactive protein and erythrocyte sedimentation rate).

Virtual yoga instruction for ankylosing spondylitis Original paper