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Qigong/Tai Chi + HRV Biofeedback for Cardiometabolic Risk

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Led By Linda Larkey, PhD
Research Sponsored by Arizona State University
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 8 weeks
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial tests effects of 8-weeks of Qigong/Tai Chi on physical and mental health (e.g. BMI, sleep, stress, etc.).

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults with a waist circumference of at least 35.5 inches for men or 31.5 inches for women, who own a smartphone or tablet. It's not suitable for individuals unable to stand or walk, those with severe heart arrhythmias, heart transplants, pacemakers, or who regularly practice meditative movements and HRVB training.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study compares two groups: one practicing Qigong/Tai Chi (QTC) and the other combining QTC with Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback (HRVB). Over eight weeks, it will measure changes in heart rate variability and cardiometabolic risk factors like body fat and stress levels.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this trial involves movement exercises and biofeedback rather than medication, side effects are minimal but may include muscle soreness or strain from physical activity.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~8 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 8 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Vagal Tone
Secondary outcome measures
Abdominal circumference
Anxiety (Profile of Mood States subscale)
Awareness (one subscale of the Mindful Eating Questionnaire)
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Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Qigong/Tai Chi (QTC) + Heart Rate Variability (HRVB) InterventionExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Meditative movement practice based on qigong and tai chi, delivered via video link with the addition of a brief practice with a the feedback on heart rate variability from an Inner Balance app.
Group II: Qigong/Tai Chi InterventionActive Control1 Intervention
Meditative movement practice based on qigong and tai chi, delivered via video link
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Qigong/Tai Chi
2020
N/A
~30
Heart rate variability biofeedback
2021
N/A
~140

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Arizona State UniversityLead Sponsor
283 Previous Clinical Trials
109,492 Total Patients Enrolled
Linda Larkey, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorArizona State University
2 Previous Clinical Trials
256 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Qigong/Tai Chi Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05687240 — N/A
Cardiometabolic Risk Factors Research Study Groups: Qigong/Tai Chi Intervention, Qigong/Tai Chi (QTC) + Heart Rate Variability (HRVB) Intervention
Cardiometabolic Risk Factors Clinical Trial 2023: Qigong/Tai Chi Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05687240 — N/A
Qigong/Tai Chi 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05687240 — N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

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Does the age requirement for this medical study extend below 30 years of age?

"As outlined by the entry requirements for this medical trial, individuals must be between 55 and 85 years of age in order to be considered eligible."

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How many people have been recruited to participate in this experiment?

"Affirmative. Information posted on clinicaltrials.gov attests that this medical experiment is actively recruiting, with the initial post occurring on December 1st 2020 and the most recent update happening in January 6th 2023. The study requires 50 people to enroll from a single location."

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Are there any openings for participation in the trial presently?

"Affirmative, the information available on clinicaltrials.gov indicates that recruitment is currently underway for this trial which was first posted on December 1st 2020 and revised most recently on January 6th 2023. The aim of this medical study is to recruit 50 participants from one site."

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Who meets the criteria to be an eligible participant in this research project?

"This research endeavour is in search of 50 individuals at risk for cardiometabolic diseases with an age range between 55 to 85. Essential prerequisites are a waist circumference above 31.5 inches (women) or 35.5 inches (men), as well as access to either a smartphone or tablet device."

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Recent research and studies
clinicaltrials.govStudy
Heart Focused Movement Effects on Cardiometabolic Risk
Linda Larkey 2020. "Heart Focused Movement Effects on Cardiometabolic Risk". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05687240.
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