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NCT Number: NCT00710853

Effects of Qigong, Tai Chi and Yoga Practice in Older Adults

The purpose of this study is to compare the effects of an 8-week intervention using YiRen Qigong, Tai Chi or Hatha yoga in older adults (age 70 and above) residing at a Gencare senior living facility. Outcome measures completed at the beginning and end of each intervention period will be blood pressure, heart rate, perceived quality of life (PQOL)and a symptoms questionnaire (SF-36), ability and speed of walking 20 feet (for ambulatory participants), and neck and arm range of motion.

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Key information

Conditions

Healthy

Age range

70 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Gencare-The Village at Granite Falls, Granite Falls, Washington, United States

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Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

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

Inclusion criteria

  • Be a resident of a Gencare Senior Living facility in Granite Falls, Lynnwood, Renton, Ballard and Lake City, WA
  • Be at least 70 years of age
  • Be willing to participate in the tai chi, qi gong and/or yoga classes
  • Willing to complete study-related outcomes assessments

Exclusion criteria

  • Not medically able to participate in the mild level of activity involved in the 3 interventions as determined by the resident's physician
  • Unable to complete study questionnaires or study procedures at screening

Treatment and study plan

YiRen Qi gong

Other

One hour weekly class for 8 week duration

Tai Chi

Other

One hour weekly class for 8 week duration

Hatha yoga

Other

One hour weekly class for 8 week duration

Primary outcomes

  1. Blood pressure

    Time frame: End of 8-week class

  2. Heart rate

    Time frame: End of 8-week class

  3. Quality of life (SF-36 and PQOL)

    Time frame: End of 8-week class

Secondary outcomes

  1. Adverse events

    Time frame: End of 8-week class

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Bastyr University

Other

Collaborators

  • Gencare Incorporated

Registry information

Official study title

Effects of Qigong, Tai Chi and Yog Practice on Indicators of Health and Quality of Life in Older Adults

Important dates

Study start
2008
Primary completion
2009
Study completion
2009
First posted
Jul 4, 2008
Registry last updated
Jul 13, 2009

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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