Qigong for Multiple Sclerosis: A Feasibility Study

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Conditions studied: Multiple Sclerosis

In brief

This feasibility study explores a community-based qigong intervention for people with multiple sclerosis (MS). The primary aim is to assess the feasibility of weekly community qigong classes for people with MS. The secondary aim is to explore the effects of qigong on balance, gait, mood, fatigue, and quality of life.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT04585659

Run by

National University of Natural Medicine

People needed

20

Starts

2017-02-01

Expected to finish

2018-03-16

Last updated by the study team

2020-10-14

Who can join

Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Living in the Portland Metropolitan Area
• Self-reported diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS - any type)
• Demonstrated ability to walk 50 feet without assistance
• Stable on disease-modifying or balance medications three months prior to baseline

You may not qualify if…

• Pregnant or nursing
• Participated in qigong, tai chi, or yoga (>1 month) within six months prior to baseline
• Had an MS relapse within 30 days prior to baseline.

Where it is running

• National University of Natural Medicine, Helfgott Research Institute — Portland, Oregon, United States

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