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Tai Chi for Mind-Body Exercise Benefits (TC-eCB Trial)
Phase < 1
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Led By Chwan-li Shen, PhD
Research Sponsored by Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Age 40-70 years old with BMI between 25-35 kg/m2
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 1 week
Awards & highlights
TC-eCB Trial Summary
This trial will study the effects of Tai Chi on the endocannabinoid system in women. Plasma eCB levels will be measured at baseline, before and after 4th session of Tai Chi.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for postmenopausal women aged 40-70 with a BMI of 25-35 kg/m2 who can read English. It's not for those with severe medical conditions, taking certain medications or hormone therapies recently, or with prior mind-body practice experience.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests the effects of Tai Chi on the endocannabinoid system in women. Participants will have their plasma eCB levels measured before and after the fourth session to see if there's an increase similar to that seen with moderate-intensity aerobic exercise.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this trial involves Tai Chi, which is a low-impact exercise, side effects are minimal but may include muscle soreness or strain from physical activity.
TC-eCB Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowSelect...
I am between 40 and 70 years old with a BMI of 25 to 35.
TC-eCB Trial Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ 1 week
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~1 week
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
plasma eCB level
TC-eCB Trial Design
1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Tai ChiExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Tai Chi exercise
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Tai Chi
2014
Completed Phase 2
~1660
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Texas Tech University Health Sciences CenterLead Sponsor
104 Previous Clinical Trials
10,756 Total Patients Enrolled
Chwan-li Shen, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorTexas Tech University Health Sciences Center
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I have been on hormone-replacement therapy in the last 3 months.You are able to read and understand English.I do not have severe health issues like dementia or recent stroke that stop me from fully participating.I have practiced mind-body activities like yoga or meditation.I am a woman who has not had a period for 12 months not due to pregnancy, breastfeeding, or birth control.I have taken pain, anti-inflammatory, or sleep medications in the last 3 months.I am between 40 and 70 years old with a BMI of 25 to 35.I have a condition like MS, Parkinson's, or diabetes with neuropathy affecting my balance or sensation.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Tai Chi
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Are there any volunteers currently needed for this experiment?
"Yes, the trial is still recruiting patients. The study was originally posted on August 1st, 2019 and last updated February 2nd, 2022 according to clinicaltrials.gov"
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Does this experiment have a minimum age requirement?
"As per the age guidelines set out in this trial's inclusion criteria, the minimum age for participation is 40 and the maximum age is 70."
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Which type of patients would be a good fit for this particular clinical trial?
"The prerequisites for enrollment in this trial are mind-body exercise and an age between 40 and 70. Currently, the study is looking to enroll 18 people in total."
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What is the total number of participants in this research project?
"That is accurate. The clinicaltrial.gov website has information indicating that this trial is currently looking for 18 patients from 1 site. This study was posted on 8/1/2019 and last updated on 2/2/2022"
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