Feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of Tai Chi versus mindful yoga on psycho-spiritual distress in patients with advanced cancer: A mixed-method pilot randomized controlled trial

Key Points

• Tai Chi and mindful yoga show potential in reducing psycho-spiritual distress among patients with advanced cancer.
• Participants reported higher acceptability for Tai Chi, with 67% expressing satisfaction compared to 54% for mindful yoga.
• Randomized controlled trial pilot study design highlights initial comparative efficacy between two mind-body interventions.
• These findings may enable further exploration of Tai Chi and mindful yoga for enhancing psycho-spiritual well-being in patients with advanced cancer.