Tai chi for better sleep in chronic insomnia
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether practicing tai chi for 6 weeks can improve sleep quality in people with mild to moderate chronic insomnia. If you have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking too early at least 3 times a week for 3 months, you might qualify.
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Who can take part
- Be between 40 and 69 years old
- Have sleep problems like trouble falling asleep, waking up often, or waking too early at least 3 times a week for at least 3 months
- Be dissatisfied with your current sleep
- Take more than 30 minutes to fall asleep or wake up after falling asleep, and sleep less than 6.5 hours per night
- Be willing to follow a tai chi exercise program and a coach's guidance for 6 weeks
- Not be taking certain medications that affect sleep, and not have conditions like tumors, dementia, or sleep apnea
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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