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Tai Chi for ADHD in Children

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Led By Stewart Mostofsky, MD
Research Sponsored by Hugo W. Moser Research Institute at Kennedy Krieger, Inc.
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
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Must have
Children must meet diagnostic criteria for ADHD, based on information from previous participation in 'Movement-Based Mindfulness Training for Children with ADHD: A Feasibility Study.' Additionally, children must meet criteria on the parent and teacher Conners-3
Be younger than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up from date of baseline and at every 6 months following, assessed up to 60 months.
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Study Summary

This trialstudies if Tai Chi can help improve behavioral control in kids with ADHD. Results so far are promising.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for children with ADHD who have previously participated in a Tai Chi feasibility study. They must meet ADHD criteria, can be on stimulants or no medication, and may also have ODD or anxiety disorders. Exclusions include neurological disorders, significant hearing loss, low reading scores or IQ below 80, and certain other diagnoses.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial tests the long-term effects of ongoing Tai Chi training on improving motor control and reducing ADHD symptoms in children. It builds upon previous studies suggesting that mindful movement can enhance behavioral control in kids with ADHD.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Tai Chi is a gentle form of exercise; however, participants might experience muscle soreness or fatigue as they adapt to the physical activity involved in the training.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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My child has ADHD and met the criteria in a previous ADHD study.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~from date of baseline and at every 6 months following, assessed up to 60 months.
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and from date of baseline and at every 6 months following, assessed up to 60 months. for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Behavioral Assessment of Motor Persistence
Behavioral Assessments of Basic Motor Control
Behavioral Assessments of Motor Overflow
+2 more
Secondary outcome measures
Clinical Measure of Mindfulness
Clinical Measure of Quality of Life

Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Tai ChiExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Ongoing, continuous Tai Chi and mindful movement instruction, 1 hour, twice per week

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Hugo W. Moser Research Institute at Kennedy Krieger, Inc.Lead Sponsor
88 Previous Clinical Trials
24,888 Total Patients Enrolled
4 Trials studying Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
4,504 Patients Enrolled for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Stewart Mostofsky, MDPrincipal InvestigatorHugo W. Moser Research Institute at Kennedy Krieger, Inc.
2 Previous Clinical Trials
359 Total Patients Enrolled
1 Trials studying Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
59 Patients Enrolled for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Media Library

Tai Chi Training Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT03434509 — N/A
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Research Study Groups: Tai Chi
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Clinical Trial 2023: Tai Chi Training Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT03434509 — N/A
Tai Chi Training 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT03434509 — N/A
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Patient Testimony for trial: Trial Name: NCT03434509 — N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is recruiting for this research project still an option?

"This clinical investigation is not accepting any further participants as per the records on clinicialtrials.gov. It was first posted in November 2017 and last modified December 2022, yet 138 other medical studies are still looking for subjects to enroll at present."

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Is it possible for me to become a part of this research project?

"In order to qualify for this trial, participants must have a diagnosis of ADHD and lie between the ages 8-15. In total, 50 patients are being accepted into the study."

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Does this research endeavor accept participants who are over 55 years of age?

"Patients between the ages of 8 and 15 years old are eligible to join this medical trial."

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Who else is applying?

What state do they live in?
Virginia
What site did they apply to?
LEAP Facility at Kennedy Krieger Institute
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria
How many prior treatments have patients received?
0

Why did patients apply to this trial?

As a mother, I am always interested in finding ways to improve my son’s quality of life.
PatientReceived 2+ prior treatments
Recent research and studies
clinicaltrials.govStudy
Ongoing Tai Chi Training for Children With ADHD
2017. "Ongoing Tai Chi Training for Children With ADHD". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03434509.
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