Study details
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The Effect of a Technology-Mediated Integrated Walking and Tai Chi Intervention on Physical Function in Veterans With COPD and Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain
VA Office of Research and Development
NCT IDNCT05701982ClinicalTrials.gov data as of Apr 2026
Target enrollment
136
Study length
about 4.2 years
Ages
40–100
Locations
1 site in MA
What this study is about
Researchers are testing whether a technology-mediated walking and Tai Chi intervention can improve physical function in Veterans with both COPD and chronic musculoskeletal pain. The intervention involves using technology to help people walk and practice Tai Chi mindfulness. The trial will last for 1549 days.
Simplified from trial records by PatientMatch.
What you may be asked to do
- 1.Participate in Every Step Counts-Tai Chi
- 2.Usual Care
Participation Burden
What's physically and logistically required of participants.
Logistics & Travel
In-person visits
Requires travel to a study site
Physical Intervention
Standard
How treatment is administered
Treatment Assignment
Randomized & Blinded
You may get a placebo/standard care, and you won't know which.
Extracted study details
Pulled from the trial record to show what is being tested and what the study is measuring.
Endpoints
Secondary: Pain Intensity, Pain Interference
Body systems
Musculoskeletal, Respiratory