Tai chi vs. insomnia: could slow moves bring better sleep?

NCT ID NCT07264907

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Beijing Sport University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether practicing tai chi for 8 weeks can improve sleep quality in adults aged 40 to 69 with mild to moderate chronic insomnia. Sixty participants will be randomly assigned to either a tai chi group or a walking group. The goal is to see if tai chi offers a safe, non-drug way to help people fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.

What this could mean

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Active substance: Tai Chi
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to improve sleep quality for people with mild to moderate chronic insomnia.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and muscle or joint pain from exercise is possible.

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Conditions

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insomnia

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INSOMNIA

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