Ancient practice, modern question: can tai chi ease sleep problems in older adults?
NCT ID NCT07757516
First seen Aug 11, 2026 · Last updated Aug 12, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests whether a 6-week virtual Tai Chi and Qigong program can improve sleep quality in adults aged 50 and older. Participants take three 50-minute online classes per week, with some starting immediately and others waiting six weeks. Researchers measure sleep quality and mindfulness at the start, six weeks, and twelve weeks to see if the practice makes a difference.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- A 6-week virtual Tai Chi and Qigong program delivered via Zoom, with sessions three times per week.
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this could offer a simple, accessible way for older adults to improve sleep quality without medication.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small pilot study, so results may not apply broadly. The virtual format and waitlist design could also affect outcomes.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health, The University of Arizona
Tucson, Arizona, 85724, United States
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