Status:

COMPLETED

Baduanjin on Patients With Schizophrenia

Lead Sponsor:

Chang Gung Memorial Hospital

Collaborating Sponsors:

National Taiwan University

Conditions:

Schizophrenia

Eligibility:

All Genders

40+ years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

As an ancient, popular Chinese exercise, Baduanjin is characterized by symmetrical posture, deep breathing and meditation and easy to learn. Previous studies showed immediate effect of Baduanjin on co...

Detailed Description

A single-blind, 2-arm randomized controlled trial investigating the benefits of Baduanjin exercise on middle-aged and older patients with schizophrenia. A total of 48 participants will be assigned to ...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Having a diagnosis of schizophrenia according to the DSM-5.
  • Independent adult aged 40 years or older in the day-care center.
  • Having a stable mental status without shift in medication and keep in same dose for at least one month.

Exclusion

  • Serious physical conditions that will impede participation, such as cardiovascular disease, musculoskeletal disease or pulmonary system disease.
  • Visual or auditory impairment that precludes completion of assessment.
  • Acute psychosis requiring hospitalization.
  • Presence of severe withdrawal or profound cognitive disability that cause difficulties in following instructions.
  • Participating in another clinical trial at the same time.

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

April 10 2021

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

June 30 2022

Estimated Enrollment :

48 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT04430309

Start Date

April 10 2021

End Date

June 30 2022

Last Update

May 30 2025

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Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung Medical Center

Kaohsiung City, Taiwan, 833