Background
illness, fatigue, pain, long-term illness, unformed, shortness of breath
Long-term illness is common and leads to limitations in daily life and to a decreased health-related quality of life in all dimensions among those affected [Medical yoga is a therapeutic form of Kundalini yoga led by a certified yoga instructor that uses different standardized yoga programs with a combination of physical postures, breathing exercises, and relaxation/meditation specifically targeting individuals with long-term illness [People with long-term illnesses are often homebound and limited by fatigue, pain, and shortness of breath, which may be barriers to participation in center-based rehabilitation training [Our research team is currently conducting a randomized controlled trial to evaluate the effects of tele-yoga in individuals with long-term illness. The design and pilot results of the randomized controlled trial have been previously published [Before engaging in digital rehabilitation, such as tele-yoga, the participants harbor expectations and perceptions about their upcoming experience. These expectations may sometimes be unformed and remain unexpressed. Expectations can stem from both cognitive and emotional aspects and are influenced by a person’s past experiences, knowledge, belief, hopes, needs, and external factors (eg, media, family, or friends) [Expectations have been found to significantly impact satisfaction with treatment and care, and they also influence the outcomes of an intervention [