Tai Chi for treating chronic insomnia with anxiety

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effectiveness of Tai Chi in treating chronic insomnia disorder that is accompanied by excessive arousal and anxiety. Patients suffering from chronic insomnia often experience daytime fatigue and difficulty sleeping, which can be exacerbated by anxiety. The study aims to explore how Tai Chi, a physical and mental exercise, may improve sleep quality and reduce anxiety through various physiological pathways. By combining Tai Chi with sleep hygiene education, the researchers hope to provide a non-pharmacological treatment option for individuals struggling with these issues.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. meet DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for insomnia disorder;
2. Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) total score \>5;
3. age ≥18 years old with junior high school education or above;
4. voluntarily participate in this study by signing an informed consent form; and 5) HAMA ≥14 was required for those who had chronic insomnia disorder with anxiety symptoms.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. people with comorbid serious physical or severe mental illnesses, suicide risk;
2. clinically diagnosed or suspected sleep breathing disorder, restless legs syndrome and sleep-wake rhythm disorder, shift workers;
3. pregnant and breastfeeding women; and
4. people who are currently undergoing any psychological treatment.

Where it's running

• Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University
  Beijing, China Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Hongxing Wang, MD & PhD
• Email: wanghongxing@xwh.ccmu.edu.cn
• Phone: +86 13911127385

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.