Effects of Tai Chi and cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia on improving sleep in older adults: Study protocol for a non-inferiority trial

Background/Objective: Insomnia is a prevailing health problem among older adults. Tai Chi, a popular mind-body exercise practiced by older people in various oriental communities, has been shown to improve sleep. However, Tai Chi has not been directly compared to cognitive behavioral therapy for inso...

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Published in:	Journal of Exercise Science & Fitness
Main Authors:	Danny J. Yu, Angus P. Yu, Shirley X. Li, Rachel N.Y. Chan, Daniel Y. Fong, Derwin K.C. Chan, Stanley S. Hui, Ka Fai Chung, Jean Woo, Chenchen Wang, Michael R. Irwin, Parco M. Siu
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Elsevier 2023-01-01
Subjects:	Chronic insomnia Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) Non-inferiority trial Tai Chi
Online Access:	http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1728869X2200065X

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