A SMART approach to reducing paroxysmal atrial fibrillation symptoms: Results from a pilot randomized controlled trial.

Background: Stress and negative emotions contribute to atrial fibrillation (AF). Mind-body practices decrease stress and negative emotions and may reduce AF episodes and improve quality of life for patients with AF.

Objective: We examined the effects of a multimodal mind-body program, the SMART Program, on AF-related quality of life in patients with paroxysmal AF (PAF).