Tai chi for older adults with chronic pain
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether practicing Tai Chi can reduce pain and improve balance in older adults who have chronic pain in multiple areas. Tai Chi is a gentle form of exercise that involves slow movements and breathing, and it may help you feel better and reduce your risk of falling.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older.
- You have long-term pain in at least two areas of your body, like your back, hips, or knees.
- You've had a fall in the past year, or you use a cane or walker.
- You can walk 20 feet (about 6 meters) by yourself, even with an aid.
- You are able to communicate in English.
- You are not currently exercising regularly (more than 40 minutes a week of moderate to vigorous activity), and you haven't practiced Tai Chi or similar mind-body exercises recently.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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