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A Structured Qi-gong Program for Hospitalized Older Adults

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
Quality of Life
Behavioral Symptoms
Patient Compliance
Registration Number
NCT00944788
Lead Sponsor
Fundacio Salut i Envelliment UAB
Brief Summary

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.

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
58
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)

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
PARALLEL
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Quality of life4 weeks
Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Depressive symptoms4 weeks
Adherence4 weeks

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Parc Sanitari Pere Virgili

🇪🇸

Barcelona, Spain

Parc Sanitari Pere Virgili
🇪🇸Barcelona, Spain

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