Cognitive Effects of Tai Chi Chuan in Healthy Older Adults and Older Adults
Launched by NATIONAL TAIWAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL · Oct 17, 2014
Trial Information
Current as of June 12, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Background: Promotion of cognitive functions of middle aged and older adults and prevention of dementia are important issues in the aging society. In recent years, studies have shown that Tai Chi Chuan (TCC) exercise can improve cognitive functions in healthy middle-aged and older adults, but not studies have investigated the neural mechanisms. Therefore, the purposes of this research project are: (1) to investigate the effects of TCC exercise intervention on improving cognitive functions and motor functions in healthy middle-aged and older adults; (2) to investigate the effects of TCC inte...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • age range between 50 - 85 years old.
- • education level \> 6 years or can read and speak Chinese
- • Montreal Cognitive Assessment Taiwan version (MoCA) score \>= 26
- • Clinical Dementia Rating (CDR) score = 0
- • right dominant hand
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • any neurological diseases, ex stroke, Parkinson's disease, trauma, epilepsy
- • cardiac disease, cardiac infarction, angina, uncontrolled hypertension
- • spiritual disease, anxiety or depression (Geriatric Depression Scale 15-item short-form score \>= 8)
- • Daily ability need helps (instrumental activities of daily living, IADL has one item score= 0 or 1)
About National Taiwan University Hospital
National Taiwan University Hospital (NTUH) is a leading medical institution renowned for its commitment to advancing healthcare through innovative research and clinical trials. As a pioneer in medical education and patient care in Taiwan, NTUH integrates cutting-edge technology with comprehensive clinical expertise to facilitate groundbreaking studies across various medical fields. The hospital’s dedicated research team collaborates with local and international partners to enhance the understanding of diseases and improve treatment outcomes. By prioritizing patient safety and ethical standards, NTUH strives to contribute to the global medical community and foster advancements in healthcare practices.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Taipei, Zhongzheng Dist, Taiwan
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Pei-Fang Tang, PhD
Study Chair
School and Graduate Institute of Physical Therapy College of Medicine
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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