Impact of Tai Chi in Cervical Myelopathy
Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18+
SponsorWest Virginia University
About this trial
The goal of this observational study is to determine if patients with cervical myelopathy who participate in a Tai Chi program will demonstrate improved gait and balance compared to patients who undergo usual care.
Participants must be 18 years or older and have a diagnosis of cervical myelopathy.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Diagnosis of Cervical Myelopathy with planned surgery
18 years of age or older
Able to participate in intervention (attend and participate in classes)
Disqualifiers
Wheelchair bound at initial visit
Other verified potential cause of gait instability/balance problems
Unable to participate in intervention (unable to attend/participate in classes)
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Tai Chi Program
Treatment groups
20 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groupsLocations
Sponsors and collaborators
Source ClinicalTrials.gov