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Official title Exploration on the Relationship Between Distinct Sarcopenia, Traditional Chinese Medicine Body Constitution, and Circadian Rhythm Patterns of Older Adults and Impact of Acupoint-stimulated Interventions
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07715721
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to evaluate the clinical efficacy and impact of digital/remote courses combining traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) acupoint-stimulated interventions, health education, and exercise on sarcopenia and sleep disturbances across distinct age groups. By integrating multidisciplinary expertise encompassing TCM, geriatric medicine, geriatric health, community medicine, and epidemiology at Ministry of Health and Welfare Tainan Hospital, this project aims to explore the correlations among sarcopenia, sleep conditions, and TCM body constitution, while evaluating the feasibility of incorporating the simplified Body Constitution Questionnaire (BCQ) into anti-frailty screenings to establish an evidence-based, TCM-integrated intervention model.
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Who can take part
Ages 20 and older
You may be able to join if
- Participants must be able to understand and sign the informed consent form.
- For the geriatric cohorts: Individuals aged 65 and above.
- For the adult cohort: Individuals aged between 20 and 64.
- For the sleep disturbance cohorts: Presenting with a Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) score of 5 or higher.
- For the sarcopenia cohort: Evaluated and diagnosed with sarcopenia according to standard geriatric metrics.
You likely can't join if
- Individuals with severe cognitive impairment, advanced dementia, or inability to communicate and follow instructions.
- Individuals with unstable medical conditions, acute cardiovascular events, or severe systemic diseases that preclude safe participation in exercise...
- Individuals with open wounds, active infections, or fractures at the targeted acupoint areas.
- Any other conditions that, in the judgment of the investigator, would jeopardize candidate safety or compliance.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Tainan, Taiwan
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 20 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Tainan, Taiwan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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