Tai Chi Exercise Game for Muscle Weakness and Frailty
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether playing an interactive Tai Chi exercise game can help older adults prevent muscle loss and frailty. You'll do gentle Tai Chi movements guided by a video game while standing, which may help you stay stronger and more independent.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years or older
- You show signs of muscle weakness or early frailty (but not severe frailty)
- You can think clearly enough to follow instructions
- You can stand on your own without help during the study
- You have not done regular Tai Chi for more than 1 month before
- You are not currently in another medical study
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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