The Effect of Chair-Supported Yoga on Sleep Quality and Pain Level in Elderly Individuals Living in Nursing Homes

This study was designed to evaluate the effect of chair-supported yoga on sleep quality and pain levels in individuals aged 65 and over living in nursing homes. Today, with the increase in the elderly population, sleep disorders and musculoskeletal pain negatively affect the quality of life of elderly individuals. In addition to drug treatments, the application of non-pharmacological methods offers side-effect-free and low-cost alternatives. Accordingly, chair-supported yoga is a type of exercise that is suitable for the physical capacity of elderly individuals, safe, and accessible. The study will be conducted as a randomized controlled trial; the intervention group will undergo chair-supported yoga sessions twice a week for 8 weeks, each lasting 30-40 minutes. The control group will receive no intervention other than routine care. Data will be collected using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and the Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) and analyzed using statistical software. The results of this study are expected to contribute to the widespread use of evidence-based non-pharmacological methods to improve sleep quality and reduce pain in elderly individuals living in nursing homes. Keywords: pain intensity, nursing, chair-supported yoga practice, sleep quality, elderly individuals