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NCT03086772 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Effects of Tai Chi on Multisite Pain and Brain Functions in Older Adults
A NA study, sponsored by University of Massachusetts, Boston.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 54
- Enrollment target
NCT03086772: Completed NA study, sponsored by University of Massachusetts, Boston.
NCT03086772 is a NA study that has completed, run by University of Massachusetts, Boston. The registered enrollment target is 54 participants, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (96% lower). According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT03086772, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by University of Massachusetts, Boston.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 54 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
The main purpose of this randomized controlled trial was to assess the feasibility and acceptability of a 12-week Tai Chi program for community-dwelling older adults with chronic multisite pain and a history of falling. In addition, the investigators examined the effects of Tai Chi on pain characteristics, cognition, physical function, gait mobility, levels of pain-related biomarkers, fear of falling and rate of falls in these older adults.
Primary Outcome
Feasibility and acceptability were evaluated by adherence, attendance, optimal program components, and safety.
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Tai Chi
- BEHAVIORAL Light Exercise
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 54 participants |
| Start Date | 2014-05 |
| Est. Completion | 2017-04 |
| Phase | NA |
What the finished NCT03086772 record still lists
NCT03086772 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 54 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (96% lower).
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 2 interventions - of which Tai Chi is the first listed.
NCT03086772 does not publish any study locations in the registry export this page uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT03086772 about?
NCT03086772 is a clinical study titled "Effects of Tai Chi on Multisite Pain and Brain Functions in Older Adults". The main purpose of this randomized controlled trial was to assess the feasibility and acceptability of a 12-week Tai Chi program for community-dwelling older adults with chronic multisite pain and a history of falling. In addition, the investigators examined the effects of Tai Chi on pain character...
What is the current status of trial NCT03086772?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 54 participants. The study started on 2014-05. Estimated completion is 2017-04.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT03086772?
The interventions under investigation include: Tai Chi (BEHAVIORAL), Light Exercise (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03086772?
This trial is sponsored by University of Massachusetts, Boston, which has 18 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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How this trial's enrollment target compares
Where NCT03086772's enrollment target sits among peer trials
54 1268th of 2000 higher than 730 of 2,000 other NA trials
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Source ClinicalTrials.gov registry export · 2026-08-08
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