Plain-English translation of NCT05589337 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether Baduanjin—a mind-body breathing exercise rooted in traditional Chinese medicine—can help reduce depression and anxiety symptoms. Researchers want to see if this 16-week training program, combined with health education, works better than health education alone. They also want to understand how breathing improvements might help relieve depression and anxiety.
Depression and anxiety are common mental health problems, but there aren't enough non-medication options to help people who have mild to moderate symptoms. This trial explores whether this traditional breathing technique could offer a helpful alternative or addition to other treatments.
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You'll be randomly assigned to one of two groups. Both groups receive health education, but the breathing exercise group also participates in a 16-week instructor-led Baduanjin training program that meets regularly and focuses on breathing techniques. The study will measure your depression and anxiety symptoms before, during, and after the program, and may also check your lung function to see if breathing improvements are connected to feeling better mentally.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 20, 2026 · Not medical advice
China
Sponsor
Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Collaborators
Shanghai Mental Health Center
Enrollment target
~120 participants
Started
July 2021
Primary completion
December 2026
Age range
18 Years – 70 Years
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in April 2026.
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Central contact
Ying Lu, Master
Shanghai Qigong Research Institute
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