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NCT00027001 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Qigong Therapy For Heart Device Patients
A NA study, sponsored by National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH).
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 30
- Enrollment target
NCT00027001 is a NA study that has completed, run by National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH). The registered enrollment target is 30 participants.
The verdict
NCT00027001, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH).
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 30 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
The goal of this study is to improve the overall physical health and quality of life of patients attached to mechanical heart devices while awaiting heart transplantation. Qigong, an ancient Chinese exercise that involves active participation of the individual in the form of meditation, breathing exercises and simple physical movements, is used in combination with a structured exercise program. We are testing the hypotheses that Qigong, in combination with a structured exercise program that combines aerobic and resistance training will improve the cardiovascular health and improve the quality of life of patients on mechanical heart devices. To test these hypotheses, we are measuring cardiovascular function and quality of life parameters in patients attached to mechanical heart devices who have participated in the exercise program and have practiced Qigong, and comparing these measures to patients who participated in the exercise program, but did not practice Qigong. Information gained from this research will serve as a basis from which the application of exercise training and Qigong can be applied to the treatment of other chronic diseases in which the physical conditioning and/or quality of life of individuals is compromised.
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Qigong
- BEHAVIORAL Aerobic and Resistance Exercises
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 30 participants |
| Start Date | 2000-09 |
| Est. Completion | 2003-06 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT00027001
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT00027001 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 30 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), which has 203 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 2 interventions - of which Qigong is the first listed.
NCT00027001 reports 0 study locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT00027001 about?
NCT00027001 is a clinical study titled "Qigong Therapy For Heart Device Patients". The goal of this study is to improve the overall physical health and quality of life of patients attached to mechanical heart devices while awaiting heart transplantation. Qigong, an ancient Chinese exercise that involves active participation of the individual in the form of meditation, breathing ex...
What is the current status of trial NCT00027001?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 30 participants. The study started on 2000-09. Estimated completion is 2003-06.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT00027001?
The interventions under investigation include: Qigong (BEHAVIORAL), Aerobic and Resistance Exercises (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT00027001?
This trial is sponsored by National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), which has 203 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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