A Structured Qi-gong Program for Hospitalized Older Adults

Fundacio Salut i Envelliment UAB58 enrolled

Overview

The purpose of this study is to test the effects on a number of health outcomes and the feasibility of a structured program of qi-gong, a form of tai-chi which has been previously tested in older populations, in older hospitalized patients. In particular, this pilot study aims to assess changes in quality of life and depressive symptoms after 4 weeks of treatment, with the hypothesis that this intervention will have a positive impact on these two domains, compared to usual care. Adherence will be also monitored in the intervention arm.

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Purpose

SUPPORTIVE_CARE

Masking

SINGLE

Enrollment

Conditions

Quality of Life Behavioral Symptoms Patient Compliance

Interventions

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 50 Years

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

Inclusion Criteria: * \>=50 years old * Preserved ability to move inside the house (also using walking aids or chair) * Estimation of at least one month of hospitalization (convalescence or rehabilitation) * Ability and willing to sign informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Moderate to severe cognitive impairment (SPMSQ \>= 4)

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Quality of life

Time frame: 4 weeks

Secondary Outcomes

Depressive symptoms

Time frame: 4 weeks

Adherence

Time frame: 4 weeks

A Structured Qi-gong Program for Hospitalized Older Adults

Overview

Conditions

Interventions

Eligibility

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Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Secondary Outcomes