Evaluation of the Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program

Status Completed

Clinical Trial Summary

The primary goal of this study is to assess the effectiveness and feasibility of the arthritis foundation (AF) Tai Chi Program for People with Arthritis. Arthritis, the most prevalent chronic condition in the US and a leading cause of disability, is characterized by chronic pain and progressive impairment of joints and soft tissues. Promoting physical activity is a key public health strategy to addressing arthritis management, but more scientific data regarding effectiveness and feasibility are need to support the promotion of the AF Tai Chi Program as an exercise intervention for people with arthritis.

Clinical Trial Description

n/a

Study Design

Allocation: Randomized, Endpoint Classification: Efficacy Study, Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment, Masking: Open Label, Primary Purpose: Prevention

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

Arthritis

Clinical Trial Details

NCT number	NCT01184924
Study type	Interventional
Source	University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Contact
Status	Completed
Phase	N/A
Start date	September 2008
Completion date	August 2011

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