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Behavioural Intervention

Tai Chi for Cancer Survivors

Q: Is it still possible to sign up for this investigation?

<p>This trial, initially posted on July 1st 2023 and last updated on July 3rd 2023, is not accepting patient applications at this time. However, there are currently 2545 other medical trials actively searching for participants.</p>

Phase < 1

Waitlist Available

Led By Ce Shang, PhD

Research Sponsored by Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Be older than 18 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up up to 6 months post-intervention

Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial looks at whether Tai Chi can help cancer survivors quit smoking. It is an ancient Chinese exercise that uses gentle movements, postures, and breathing to promote health. No meds or procedures involved.

Who is the study for?

This trial is for adult cancer survivors (21+ years old) who finished treatment at least 3 months ago and are current smokers with a moderate interest in quitting. They must be able to join Zoom calls. People not eligible include those treated for cancer within the last 3 months, under 21, unable to use Zoom, or have low interest in stopping smoking.Check my eligibility

What is being tested?

The study tests an online Tai Chi program designed to help cancer survivors quit smoking. It includes slow movements, posture exercises, meditation, and controlled breathing without medications or medical procedures. Participants will also undergo carbon monoxide measurement and surveys.See study design

What are the potential side effects?

Since Tai Chi is a non-invasive exercise with meditative aspects, it typically does not cause severe side effects. However, participants may experience mild discomfort like muscle soreness or fatigue from the physical activity.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ up to 6 months post-intervention

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~up to 6 months post-intervention

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and up to 6 months post-intervention for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary outcome measures

CO verification

Cigarette Dependence Scale (12 item)

Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale

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Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Arm I (Tai Chi)Experimental Treatment6 Interventions

Participants receive access to the online WaQi program to practice Tai Chi supervised and home-based over 8 weeks. Participants also receive standard cessation treatment that includes a prescription or recommendation for NRT and CO testing on study.

Group II: Arm II (Standard cessation)Active Control6 Interventions

Participants receive standard cessation treatment that includes a prescription or recommendation for NRT and undergo CO testing on study. Participants also receive an 8-week online Tai Chi self-administered teaching module subscription at the end of the study.

Treatment

First Studied

Drug Approval Stage

How many patients have taken this drug

Nicotine Replacement

2019

Completed Phase 2

~420

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer CenterLead Sponsor

320 Previous Clinical Trials

290,119 Total Patients Enrolled

Ce Shang, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorOhio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center

Media Library

Tai Chi (Behavioural Intervention) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05941858 — Phase < 1

Blood Cancers Research Study Groups: Arm I (Tai Chi), Arm II (Standard cessation)

Blood Cancers Clinical Trial 2023: Tai Chi Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05941858 — Phase < 1

Tai Chi (Behavioural Intervention) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05941858 — Phase < 1

Frequently Asked Questions

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Is it still possible to sign up for this investigation?

"This trial, initially posted on July 1st 2023 and last updated on July 3rd 2023, is not accepting patient applications at this time. However, there are currently 2545 other medical trials actively searching for participants."

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Recent research and studies

clinicaltrials.govStudy

Online Tai Chi Intervention to Promote Smoking Cessation Among Cancer Survivors

Ce Shang 2023. "Online Tai Chi Intervention to Promote Smoking Cessation Among Cancer Survivors". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05941858.

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