Combined Multicomponent Exercise and Tai ChiNCT07228169
Tai Chi Interventions on Physical Functions Among Older Adults
A study testing Combined multicomponent exercise and Tai Chi in people with Combined Multicomponent Exercise and Tai Chi, run by University of Michigan at 1 site in United States.
Trial summary
This study examined the feasibility and effectiveness of a multimodal exercise intervention on an objective measure of physical activity (PA), and objective and subjective measures of physical functions among older adults living in a low-income senior housing complex. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 65 to 95 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Combined Multicomponent Exercise and Tai Chi
- What is being tested?
- Combined multicomponent exercise and Tai Chi
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 27 participants
- Where
- 1 siteUnited States
- Study dates
- 27 Feb 2025to 23 Sep 2025
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 65 to 95 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Older adult
Who may be able to join
- age 65 years or above,
- able to walk for 10 feet without human assistance, a cane or walker was permitted,
- willing to wear an ActiGraph activity monitor for 7 days at baseline and post-intervention test,
- exercise safely as determined by their healthcare provider,
- complete the study tests and questionnaires,
- sign the informed consent,
- able and willing to comply with the requirements of the protocol.
Who cannot join
- having recent medical limitations including recent myocardial infarction, stroke, or physical limitations for exercises by completing the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q),
- having 40 or higher body mass index (BMI) by self-reporting body weight and body height, inputting these into the computerized BMI calculator.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
United States1 site
School of Kinesiology, University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109
About this study
Official title: Feasibility and Effectiveness of a Multimodal Exercise Intervention on Physical Activity and Physical Functions in Low-Income Older Adults
This study examined the feasibility and effectiveness of a multimodal exercise intervention on an objective measure of physical activity (PA), and objective and subjective measures of physical functions among older adults living in a low-income senior housing complex.
Read the detailed description
This study aimed to examine the feasibility and effectiveness of a multimodal exercise intervention on an objective measure of physical activity (PA), and objective and subjective measures of physical functions among older adults living in a low-income senior housing complex. 23 older adults (mean age = 80.17 ± 6.913 years) residing in a low-income senior housing complex voluntarily participated in an 8-week intervention. The feasibility of the study was assessed throughout the study period. Additionally, participants completed The Acceptability, Appropriateness, and Feasibility of the Intervention Questionnaire (AAF-IQ) after the intervention. The study outcomes, including physical activity and physical functions, were measured within two weeks before and after the intervention.
- Being tested
- Combined multicomponent exercise and Tai Chi
- Keywords
- Multicomponent exercise, Tai Chi, Physical activity, Physical function
- Medical subject headings
- Motor Activity
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Combined multicomponent exercise and Tai ChiBehavioural
The combined multicomponent exercise and Tai Chi intervention includes that participants attended one 45-minute multicomponent exercise group session and one 45-minute Tai Chi group sessions along with self-practice each week, for eight weeks.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Combined multicomponent exercise and Tai Chi | Experimental | This combined multicomponent exercise and Tai Chi intervention includes that participants attended one 45-minute multicomponent exercise group session and one 45-minute Tai Chi group session each week, along with self-practice for eight weeks. Receives: Behavioral: Combined multicomponent exercise and Tai Chi |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Weekly Physical Activity Minutes
Weekly physical activity minutes were measured by having participants wear an ActiGraph activity monitor for seven consecutive days during waking hours, expect for bathing activities. The raw data were analyzed by using the ActiLife software.
Measured: Baseline test and post-intervention test (up to 3 months).
Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB)-Repeated Chair Stand test.
This test is used to measure low extremity strength.
Measured: Baseline test and post-intervention test (up to 3 months).
The Short Physical Performance Battery-Balance test.
This test is used to measure balance.
Measured: Baseline and post-intervention test (Up to 3 months).
Secondary outcomes (3)
Timed Up and Go Test
This test is used to measure gait speed.
Measured: Baseline test and the post-intervention test (up to 3 months).
The Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Physical Function Short Form
This questionnaire is used to assess participants' perceived physical function.
Measured: Baseline test and post-intervention test (up to 3 months).
Assessing Feasibility, Acceptability, and Appropriateness of the Intervention Questionnaire
This questionnaire is used to assess the participant's views of feasibility, acceptability, and appropriateness of the intervention.
Measured: Post-intervention test (up to one week).
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted14 Nov 2025
- Study start27 Feb 2025
- Primary completion14 May 2025
- Study completion23 Sep 2025
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Combined Multicomponent Exercise and Tai ChiStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by University of MichiganThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Other
- Allocation
- Not applicable
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Model description
- Participants attended one 45-minute multicomponent exercise group session and one 45-minute Tai Chi group session each week for eights weeks, along with self-practice.
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 27 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- University of Michigan
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Weiyun Chen, University of Michigan
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07228169
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- HUM00267001
- Status last verified
- Nov 2025
- First submitted
- 19 Oct 2025
- Last updated
- 14 Nov 2025
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 14 Nov 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Feasibility and Effectiveness of a Multimodal Exercise Intervention on Physical Activity and Physical Functions in Low-Income Older Adults
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07228169
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- HUM00267001
- Keywords
- Multicomponent exercise, Tai Chi, Physical activity, Physical function
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 27 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- University of MichiganUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 27 Feb 2025 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 14 May 2025 (actual)
- Study completion
- 23 Sep 2025 (actual)
- First posted
- 14 Nov 2025 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This study examined the feasibility and effectiveness of a multimodal exercise intervention on an objective measure of physical activity (PA), and objective and subjective measures of physical functions among older adults living in a low-income senior housing complex.
Detailed description
This study aimed to examine the feasibility and effectiveness of a multimodal exercise intervention on an objective measure of physical activity (PA), and objective and subjective measures of physical functions among older adults living in a low-income senior housing complex. 23 older adults (mean age = 80.17 ± 6.913 years) residing in a low-income senior housing complex voluntarily participated in an 8-week intervention. The feasibility of the study was assessed throughout the study period. Additionally, participants completed The Acceptability, Appropriateness, and Feasibility of the Intervention Questionnaire (AAF-IQ) after the intervention. The study outcomes, including physical activity and physical functions, were measured within two weeks before and after the intervention.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Other
- Allocation
- Not applicable
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 1
- Model description
- Participants attended one 45-minute multicomponent exercise group session and one 45-minute Tai Chi group session each week for eights weeks, along with self-practice.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Combined multicomponent exercise and Tai Chi | Experimental | Behavioral: Combined multicomponent exercise and Tai ChiThis combined multicomponent exercise and Tai Chi intervention includes that participants attended one 45-minute multicomponent exercise group session and one 45-minute Tai Chi group session each week, along with self-practice for eight weeks. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 65 to 95 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (7 listed)
- age 65 years or above,
- able to walk for 10 feet without human assistance, a cane or walker was permitted,
- willing to wear an ActiGraph activity monitor for 7 days at baseline and post-intervention test,
- exercise safely as determined by their healthcare provider,
- complete the study tests and questionnaires,
Key exclusion criteria (2 listed)
- having recent medical limitations including recent myocardial infarction, stroke, or physical limitations for exercises by completing the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q),
- having 40 or higher body mass index (BMI) by self-reporting body weight and body height, inputting these into the computerized BMI calculator.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Combined multicomponent exercise and Tai ChiThe combined multicomponent exercise and Tai Chi intervention includes that participants attended one 45-minute multicomponent exercise group session and one 45-minute Tai Chi group sessions along with self-practice each week, for eight weeks. | Behavioural | Combined multicomponent exercise and Tai Chi |
Primary outcome
Weekly Physical Activity Minutes
Time frame: Baseline test and post-intervention test (up to 3 months).
Weekly physical activity minutes were measured by having participants wear an ActiGraph activity monitor for seven consecutive days during waking hours, expect for bathing activities. The raw data were analyzed by using the ActiLife software.
Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB)-Repeated Chair Stand test.
Time frame: Baseline test and post-intervention test (up to 3 months).
This test is used to measure low extremity strength.
The Short Physical Performance Battery-Balance test.
Time frame: Baseline and post-intervention test (Up to 3 months).
This test is used to measure balance.
3 secondary outcomes
Timed Up and Go Test
Time frame: Baseline test and the post-intervention test (up to 3 months).
The Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Physical Function Short Form
Time frame: Baseline test and post-intervention test (up to 3 months).
Assessing Feasibility, Acceptability, and Appropriateness of the Intervention Questionnaire
Time frame: Post-intervention test (up to one week).
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 14 Nov 2025.
Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Combined multicomponent exercise and Tai Chi in people with Combined Multicomponent Exercise and Tai Chi, run by University of Michigan at 1 site in United States.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 7 inclusion and 2 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 14 Nov 2025. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in United States. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Weekly Physical Activity Minutes (time frame: Baseline test and post-intervention test (up to 3 months).). The study lists 3 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 14 Nov 2025.