Sitting tai chi meets video games: a new hope against frailty?
NCT ID NCT07616219
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether a seated Tai Chi program, played like a video game, can help older adults in care homes who are at risk of muscle loss or frailty. Over 12 weeks, 152 participants will either do the exergaming Tai Chi or attend general health education sessions. The goal is to see if this fun, chair-based exercise can improve grip strength, balance, and daily function.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Exergaming-based sitting Tai Chi
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a fun, safe way for older adults to maintain strength and independence without needing to stand.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with 152 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The intervention is behavioral, so benefits may be modest.
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Locations
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Exergaming Research Centre, Hong Kong Metropolitan University
Ho Man Tin, Kowloon, Hong Kong