Can tai chi ease gulf war Veterans' pain and fatigue?
NCT ID NCT02661997
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether Tai Chi or a wellness program could help Gulf War Veterans with chronic pain, fatigue, and mood problems. 114 Veterans took part, with sessions done in person or later by video due to COVID-19. The goal was to see if these gentle mind-body approaches reduce symptoms and improve daily life.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Tai Chi (a gentle exercise combining movement, meditation, and breathing)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a safe, drug-free way to ease pain and fatigue for Gulf War Veterans.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study that was disrupted by COVID-19 and switched to remote delivery, which may affect results. It does not test a cure, only symptom relief.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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VA Boston Healthcare System Jamaica Plain Campus, Jamaica Plain, MA
Boston, Massachusetts, 02130-4817, United States