Research Article

Mediators of Yoga and Stretching for Chronic Low Back Pain

Table 5

Frequency of qualitative themes by treatment group.

YogaStretching
% %

Theme
 Physical practice of exercise and learning about exercise6177.2%5068.5%
 Relaxation, stress reduction3240.5%34.1%
 Increases awareness2936.7%68.2%
 Importance and benefits of breathing2329.1%00.00%
 Importance of discipline and routine1215.2%2939.7%
 Self-efficacy1012.7%811.0%