Development and validation of 20-min yoga module for reducing burnout among healthcare worker(s)

Abstract

BackgroundA high prevalence of burnout has been reported among healthcare worker(s). During the current pandemic, such burnout has increased due to excessive load of patient care, use of personal protective equipment (PPE) kits, working in long shifts, staying away from family due to isolation norms, and disrupted social life. Existing yoga techniques used for reducing burnout include 45 min to hour-long sessions, which may not be feasible for regular practice by the healthcare worker(s). ObjectiveThe proposed study aimed to develop a 20-min yoga module to reduce burnout among healthcare worker(s). MethodsTo develop a 20-min yoga module, we reviewed yoga texts and relevant scientific research articles. Components of the 20-min yoga module include sukshma vyayama (loosening exercises), pranayama (regulated breathing), and dhyana (meditation). Nineteen yoga experts validated the 20-min yoga module with an average (SD) of 11.47 (6.77) years of research and clinical experience in yoga. Content validity ratio (CVR) was calculated according to Lawshe's method. Items having a CVR of 0.47 and above were retained in the module. Results and conclusionThe content validity index (CVI) of the entire module was 0.83. CVR results of the elements of the 20-min yoga module indicated that experts consider these practices to be essential for reducing burnout among the healthcare worker(s). The strength of the 20-min yoga module lies in its short duration and easy-to-learn practices. 20-min yoga module can be implemented in practice by the healthcare worker(s) for reducing burnout following efficacy studies through further clinical trials.