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NCT Number: NCT00944788

A Structured Qi-gong Program for Hospitalized Older Adults

The purpose of this study is to test the effects on a number of health outcomes and the feasibility of a structured program of qi-gong, a form of tai-chi which has been previously tested in older populations, in older hospitalized patients. In particular, this pilot study aims to assess changes in quality of life and depressive symptoms after 4 weeks of treatment, with the hypothesis that this intervention will have a positive impact on these two domains, compared to usual care. Adherence will be also monitored in the intervention arm.

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Key information

Conditions

Quality of Life Behavior Behavioral Symptoms Depression Health Behavior Motor Activity Patient Acceptance of Health Care Patient Compliance Treatment Adherence and Compliance

Age range

50 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Parc Sanitari Pere Virgili

Barcelona, 08023, Spain

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • >=50 years old
  • Preserved ability to move inside the house (also using walking aids or chair)
  • Estimation of at least one month of hospitalization (convalescence or rehabilitation)
  • Ability and willing to sign informed consent

Exclusion criteria

  • Moderate to severe cognitive impairment (SPMSQ >= 4)

Treatment and study plan

qi-gong

Other

Physical activity similar to tai-chi

Primary outcomes

  1. Quality of life

    Time frame: 4 weeks

Secondary outcomes

  1. Depressive symptoms

    Time frame: 4 weeks

  2. Adherence

    Time frame: 4 weeks

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Fundacio Salut i Envelliment UAB

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Feasibility and Impact on Quality of Life and Depressive Symptoms of a Structured Qi-gong Program for Hospitalized Older Adults. A Pilot Study.

Important dates

Study start
2009
Primary completion
2009
Study completion
2009
First posted
Jul 23, 2009
Registry last updated
Jun 13, 2013

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