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Laughter and tai chi: a gentle prescription for frailty?

NCT ID NCT05629728

Disease control Sponsor: Chungnam National University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Summary

This trial tests whether a combination of Sun-style tai chi and instructor-led laughing therapy can improve physical function—balance, flexibility, and mobility—as well as cognitive function and quality of life in frail older adults living in the community. Around 150 participants who meet frailty criteria will take part in the program twice a week. The goal is to see if these gentle, enjoyable activities can help counteract age-related decline.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Tai Chi exercise and laughing therapy
What this could lead to
If effective, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to improve balance, mobility, and mental sharpness in frail older adults living at home.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with no blinding, so results may be influenced by placebo effects or participant enthusiasm. The benefits may not apply to all frail seniors.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

150 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jul 2023

Finished

Nov 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

65 to 90 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * being frail (3 out of the following 5 criteria): feeling fatigued, difficulty climbing 10 stairs without help, difficulty walking 300m without help, more than 5 chronic illness, weight loss 5 % or more past 1-5 years * living in the community * able to participate in Tai Chi program twice a week Exclusion Criteria: * participated in any formal exercise program past 6 months * not have transportation to come to the class

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Conditions

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Frailty

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Frailty

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Chungnam National University

    Daejeon, 35015, South Korea

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