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RCT on Traditional Exercise Interventions for Physical and Mental Health in Hearing-Impaired Individuals

No phase Interventional Hearing-Impaired

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What is being studied
The protocol lists: Taichi, Baduanjin.
Who it may be relevant to
Registry conditions: Hearing-Impaired. Basic parameters: from 18 months · All.
What needs checking
Age, condition and sex are only basic indicators. Prior treatment, laboratory values and other mandatory requirements appear in the eligibility criteria below.
Where it takes place
China
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Official title

Randomized Controlled Trial on the Effects of Traditional Exercise Programs on the Physical and Mental Health of Hearing-Impaired Individuals

Overview

This study aims to investigate the effects and underlying mechanisms of traditional exercise interventions on the physical and mental health of individuals with hearing impairments. A randomized controlled trial will be conducted with 90 participants who will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: a Tai Chi intervention group, a Baduanjin intervention group, or a control group. The Tai Chi group will receive a 12-week simplified 24-form Tai Chi training program, while the Baduanjin group will undergo standardized Baduanjin training. The control group will participate in regular school physical education classes. This study seeks to evaluate the potential health benefits and mechanisms of traditional exercise programs within the hearing-impaired population.

Interventions

  • Behavioral Taichi
    Participants in the Tai Chi group will receive a 12-week simplified 21-form Tai Chi training program. The intervention will consist of supervised sessions conducted three times per week, each lasting approximately 60 minutes. Sessions will include a standardized warm-up, instruction and practice of the 21-form Tai Chi routine, and a brief cool-down period. All training will be delivered by certified Tai Chi instructors experienced in working with individuals with visual impairments. Attendance a
  • Behavioral Baduanjin
    Participants in the Baduanjin group will undergo a 12-week standardized Baduanjin training program. The intervention will be delivered three times per week, with each supervised session lasting approximately 60 minutes. Training sessions will include a structured warm-up, guided practice of the standardized Baduanjin routine, and a brief cool-down period. All sessions will be led by qualified instructors with experience working with visually impaired individuals. Participant attendance and adher

Primary outcome measures

  • Modified Romberg Test [Time frame: Month 3]
  • Y-Balance Test [Time frame: Month 3]
  • 30-Second Sit-to-Stand Test [Time frame: Month 3]
  • Step Test [Time frame: Month 3]
  • Reaction Time Test [Time frame: Month 3]
  • Self-Rated Depression Scale (SDS) [Time frame: Month 3]
  • Self-Rated Anxiety Scale (SAS) [Time frame: Month 3]
  • General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSES) [Time frame: Month 3]
  • WHOQOL-BREF [Time frame: Month 3]
  • Resting Heart Rate [Time frame: Month 3]

Eligibility criteria

Inclusion criteria

  • Bilateral hearing loss greater than 70 dB.
  • No cognitive impairment and able to understand and comply with study procedures.

Exclusion criteria

  • Neurological disorders affecting balance.
  • Severe cardiovascular diseases.
  • Significant musculoskeletal or joint disorders.
  • Participation in regular exercise training within the past 6 months.

Criteria are shown verbatim from the registry (in English). Final eligibility is always assessed by the study center.

Healthy volunteers: No

Study design

Allocation
Randomized
Model
Parallel assignment
Masking
Triple blind
Primary purpose
Treatment

Study locations

China · 1 center
  • Faculty of Sports Science — Changchun

Identifiers

NCT: NCT07259694 · CCEE202602

Primary sources (government registries)

View this study on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗