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Ancient chinese exercise tested for MS symptom relief

NCT ID NCT07473180

Symptom relief Sponsor: Baskent University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares qigong exercises to standard physical therapy for people with multiple sclerosis. Thirty-six adults with mild to moderate MS will do either qigong or conventional rehab three times a week. Researchers will measure changes in balance, mood, and overall well-being to see if qigong offers extra benefits.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Qigong exercises (Baduanjin)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a gentle, low-cost exercise option to help people with MS feel better and move better.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 36 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Qigong is unlikely to change the course of MS itself.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

About 36 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Dec 2025

Expected to finish

May 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 18-65 years, diagnosed with MS according to McDonald criteria, * Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) ≤5, able to walk independently or with minimal assistance, * No relapse or treatment changes in the last 30 days. Exclusion Criteria: * Participation in a mixed exercise program containing traditional Chinese exercises (Tai Chi, Qigong, Yoga, etc.) in the past 3 months, * Severe cardiopulmonary or musculoskeletal problems that could contraindicate traditional Chinese exercises, * Communication barriers due to cognitive issues, * Progressive comorbid conditions.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

multiple sclerosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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Multiple sclerosis

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Baskent University Medical faculty

    Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

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