Tai Chi and Brain Health in Older Adults
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how different amounts of Tai Chi practice help improve memory and thinking skills in older adults with mild memory problems. Researchers want to understand the best dose of Tai Chi for brain health.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years old or older
- You have been diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment (early memory or thinking problems, but not dementia)
- You have been doing the standardized 24-form simplified Tai Chi regularly for at least 6 months
- You do not have severe depression symptoms
- You do not have heart, liver, kidney failure, or cancer
- You are able to read, write, and hear well enough to participate in testing
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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