Tai Chi Intervention for Balance Function in Older Adults: Predictive and Modifying Roles of Circadian Age

This study investigates the effects of a 12-week Tai Chi intervention on balance function in community-dwelling older adults. Participants are randomly assigned to either a Tai Chi exercise group or a health education control group. The primary outcome is balance function measured by the Berg Balance Scale. Secondary outcomes include physical function, psychological well-being, cognitive function, and sleep quality. The study also explores the predictive and modifying roles of baseline circadian age on intervention outcomes.

NCT Number	NCT07567976
Lead Sponsor	Zhide Liang Collaborators: Macao Polytechnic University
Conditions	Aging, Postural Balance, Accidental Falls
Enrollment	90 participants
Start Date	2026-06-01
Primary Completion	2027-03 (estimated)
Study Completion	2027-03 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-07-02