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A Mobile Tai Chi Platform for Fall Prevention and Cognition in Older Adults
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Tele-Tai Chi for Aging and Fall. Completed, enrolled 8 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The investigators will assess feasibility and acceptability of the Tele-Tai Chi (TC) intervention; explore changes in clinically relevant outcome measures including: physical activity, self-efficacy, quality of life, cognitive function, balance, gait, and evaluate changes in TC proficiency. To achieve this, the investigators are running a single-arm study for older adults that involves a 12-week home-based Tai Chi intervention. Study participation includes four remote and/or in-person (at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital) visits to evaluate study participants (mobility tests and questionnaires).
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Study participants will follow a 12-week simplified Tele-Tai-Chi (TC) program delivered via an application installed on a tablet. The intervention emphasizes essential TC movements that are easily comprehensible and can be performed repetitively in a flowing manner. The protocol includes up to six core TC movements based on the traditional Cheng Man-Ch'ing's Yang-style short form. Additionally, a set of traditional TC warm-up exercises that focus on loosening the physical body, incorporating mindfulness and imagery into movement, promoting overall relaxation, and coordinating breathing awareness are included. Chairs are used in the protocol for a subset of seated warm-up exercises, as well as for stability and rest as needed. Participants will be asked to practice the protocol (45-60 min) at home for at least 3 days a week for 12 weeks. The TC program will also include 2 or more live instructional sessions via Zoom with a TC instructor.