Tai chi may help prevent falls in spine condition patients
NCT ID NCT06876012
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether a tai chi program can improve walking and balance in adults with cervical myelopathy, a spinal cord condition. Twenty participants will either take tai chi classes or receive usual care. Their mobility and fall risk will be tracked for a year using simple walking tests.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 20 people
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- Expected to start
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Dec 2026
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- Expected to finish
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Jul 2028
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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18 years and older
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of Cervical Myelopathy with planned surgery * 18 years of age or older * Able to participate in intervention (attend and participate in classes) Exclusion Criteria: * Wheelchair bound at initial visit * Other verified potential cause of gait instability/balance problems * Unable to participate in intervention (unable to attend/participate in classes)
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