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Chen J, Zhang M, Wang Y, Zhang Z, Gao S, Zhang Y. The effect of Ba Duan Jin exercise intervention on cardiovascular disease: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Front Public Health 2024; 12:1425843. [PMID: 39165777 PMCID: PMC11333314 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1425843] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2024] [Accepted: 07/24/2024] [Indexed: 08/22/2024] Open
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Background There is a growing interest in the use of complementary therapies for the prevention of disease and the maintenance of health. Furthermore, complementary therapies that incorporate exercise are becoming increasingly prevalent among the older adult, and thus may represent a crucial strategy for the primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Exercise therapy, as a means to prevent and treat cardiovascular diseases, has been gradually applied in clinical practice. It has the advantages of reducing mortality, improving clinical symptoms, restoring physical function and improving quality of life. In recent years, traditional Chinese sports such as Ba Duan Jin and Qigong have developed rapidly. Therefore, a comprehensive systematic review is required to examine interventions involving Ba Duan Jin exercise in healthy adults or those at increased risk of CVD in order to determine the effectiveness of Ba Duan Jin exercise for the primary prevention of CVD. Objective To investigate the effect of Ba Duan Jin exercise intervention for the primary prevention of cardiovascular diseases. Methods Eight databases were systematically searched from inception to July, 2024 for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to evaluated the impact of Ba Duan Jin exercise intervention on cardiovascular diseases. The search terms were "Cardiovascular diseases" "Ba Duan Jin" and "Randomized controlled." The Cochrane risk assessment tool was used to evaluate the study quality, and the meta-analysis was performed using Rev. Man 5.4 software. Results Seventeen completed trials were conducted with 1,755 participants who were randomly assigned and met the inclusion criteria. All 17 studies were conducted in China. The meta-analysis indicates that Ba Duan Jin exercise therapy can provide long-term benefits (20-30 years) by reducing all-cause mortality (RR = 0.55, 95% CI: 0.44-0.68, p < 0.01) and stroke mortality (RR = 0.49, 95% CI: 0.36-0.66, p < 0.01) in hypertensive patients. Subgroup analyses reveal that Ba Duan Jin exercise therapy decreases SBP (MD = -4.05, 95% CI = -6.84 to -1.26, p < 0.01) and DBP (MD = -3.21, 95% CI = -5.22 to -1.20, p < 0.01) levels in patients with essential hypertension, significantly reduces serum TC (MD = -0.78, 95% CI = -1.06 to -0.50, p < 0.01), TG (MD = -0.78, 95% CI = -0.93 to -0.62, p < 0.01), and LDL-C (MD = -0.76, 95% CI = -0.92 to -0.60, p < 0.01) levels in patients with hyperlipidemia, increases HDL-C (MD = 0.32, 95% CI = 0.14-0.51, p < 0.01) levels, and produces beneficial effects on cardiovascular function. Additionally, it can alleviate anxiety (MD = -3.37, 95% CI = -3.84 to -2.89, p < 0.01) and improve sleep quality (MD = -2.68, 95% CI = -3.63to -1.73, p < 0.01). Conclusion Ba Duan Jin exercise therapy can improve the physical and mental condition and quality of life of patients with cardiovascular diseases, and it is worthy of further promotion and application in clinical practice. Systematic review registration PROSPERO, identifier: https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/display_record.php?ID=CRD42024496934.
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- Jiali Chen
- Global Medical Research Promotion, Graduate School of Medicine Science and Technology, Shinshu University, Matsumoto, Japan
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- Department of Physical Education, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Nursing School, Graduate School, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Nursing School, Graduate School, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Global Medical Research Promotion, Graduate School of Medicine Science and Technology, Shinshu University, Matsumoto, Japan
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- Department of Physical Education, Clinical College, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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Li Y, Zhai Q, Li G, Peng W. Effects of Different Aerobic Exercises on Blood Lipid Levels in Middle-Aged and Elderly People: A Systematic Review and Bayesian Network Meta-Analysis Based on Randomized Controlled Trials. Healthcare (Basel) 2024; 12:1309. [PMID: 38998844 PMCID: PMC11241509 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare12131309] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2024] [Revised: 06/26/2024] [Accepted: 06/28/2024] [Indexed: 07/14/2024] Open
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With increasing age, dyslipidemia becomes a common health problem in the middle-aged and elderly population, posing a significant risk of cardiovascular disease. Aerobic exercise, as a non-pharmacological intervention, is considered to be effective in improving blood lipid levels, but the extent to which different types of aerobic exercise affect blood lipids is not clear. This study aims to investigate the effects of 12 different aerobic exercises on total cholesterol, triglyceride, high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in middle-aged and elderly people aged 45 years and over through systematic review and Bayesian network Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. We systematically searched relevant databases and included eligible randomized controlled trials. Bayesian network meta-analysis was used to compare the effects of 12 types of aerobic exercise on lipid levels. A total of 487 randomized controlled trials involving middle-aged and elderly people over 45 years old were included. The results of the network meta-analysis showed that all types of aerobic exercise could reduce blood lipid levels compared with no intervention in middle-aged and elderly people. In terms of total cholesterol, triglyceride, and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, swimming had the most significant effect. For HDL cholesterol, dance showed a better effect. Studies have shown that swimming and dancing have a positive effect on improving blood lipid levels in middle-aged and elderly people. It is recommended to choose the appropriate type of exercise according to personal preference and physical condition.
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- Yuan Li
- Faculty of Health Sciences and Sports, Macao Polytechnic University, Macao SAR, China
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- Faculty of Health Sciences and Sports, Macao Polytechnic University, Macao SAR, China
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- School of Economics and Management, Chang'an University, Xi'an 710064, China
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- Faculty of Applied Sciences, Macao Polytechnic University, Macao SAR, China
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Wu B, Xiong G, Zhang P, Ma X. Effects of tai chi, ba duan jin, and walking on the mental health status of urban older people living alone: the mediating role of social participation and the moderating role of the exercise environment. Front Public Health 2024; 12:1294019. [PMID: 38389938 PMCID: PMC10881673 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1294019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2023] [Accepted: 01/29/2024] [Indexed: 02/24/2024] Open
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With the global trend of aging, lacking of interpersonal communication and spiritual support and companionship have had a great impact on the mental health of older people living alone. This study examines the multifaceted impacts of engaging in tai chi, ba duan jin, and walking on the mental wellbeing of older people residing alone in urban areas. Additionally, this research aims to explore the association between tai chi, ba duan jin, and walking, and the mental health status of urban older people living alone, by considering the mediating influence of social participation and the moderating influence of the exercise environment. To do so, 1,027 older people living alone in six Chinese cities were investigated using the Physical Activity Rating Scale (PARS-3), the Geriatric Health Questionnaire (GHQ-12), the Social Participation Indicator System Scale, and the Exercise Environment Scale. SPSS 25.0 was utilized for conducting mathematical statistical analysis, specifically for doing linear regression analysis. Additionally, AMOS was employed to develop the study model. We found that a significant negative correlation between tai chi, ba duan jin, and walking and mental health status; among these, tai chi had the greatest impact on the mental health status of urban older people living alone. Social participation mediated the relationship between tai chi, ba duan jin, walking, and mental health status, and the exercise environment had a moderating effect on this relationship. The findings of this study indicate that tai chi, ba duan jin, and walking have a positive impact on the mental health of urban older people living alone, which can be influenced by the mediating efficacy of social participation and the moderating effect of the exercise environment.
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- Baoyuan Wu
- School of Wushu, Chengdu Sports University, Chengdu, China
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- School of Wushu, Chengdu Sports University, Chengdu, China
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- College of Physical Education and Sports, Beijing Normal University, Beijing, China
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- School of Wushu, Chengdu Sports University, Chengdu, China
- Chinese Guoshu Academy, Chengdu Sports University, Chengdu, China
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Li X, Li Z, Wang H. Bibliometric analysis of traditional Chinese exercises in stroke rehabilitation from 2003 to 2022 using CiteSpace. Front Neurol 2024; 15:1260643. [PMID: 38361637 PMCID: PMC10867250 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2024.1260643] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2023] [Accepted: 01/12/2024] [Indexed: 02/17/2024] Open
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Background A comprehensive analysis was conducted on the relevant literature pertaining to the application of traditional Chinese exercises in stroke rehabilitation over the past 20 years. Additionally, a scientific knowledge map was created to elucidate the current research status, investigate its development process and research trends, and offer novel research perspectives for future studies. Methods The data is sourced from the WOS Core Collection, and CiteSpace software is used to analyze the relevant literature on traditional Chinese exercises in stroke rehabilitation. The analysis began with the selection of publications, countries, institutions, highly cited authors, and co-cited references to summarize the current research status of traditional exercises in stroke rehabilitation. Second, keywords were employed to identify research hotspots, and keyword clustering time zone diagrams were chosen to track the research development process. Finally, burst keywords were employed to explore the research frontiers and trends in this field. Results In total, 937 documents were retrieved, and the annual publication volume consistently and sustainably increased. China and the USA emerged as significant contributors. The Chinese University of Hong Kong had the highest publication count, with ADA L from the University of Sydney being a highly cited author. Initially, keywords focused on cardiac output, blood flow, pressure, and performance. Over time, the focus shifted to heart failure, muscle strength, mortality, and exercise capacity. Current trends encompass outcome, impact, virtual reality, and anxiety. Conclusion Integrating key elements of traditional exercise approaches with the specific attributes of movement disorders during the stroke recovery phase is essential. Therefore, enhancing the stroke rehabilitation training program and exploring novel avenues for traditional exercise-based interventions are critical.
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Zhongda Hospital Southeast University, School of Medicine, Southeast University, Nanjing, China
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Liu J, Shi Y, Diao Y, Zeng X, Fu P. Strategies to Improve Long-Term Outcomes for Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease in China. KIDNEY DISEASES (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 9:265-276. [PMID: 37899997 PMCID: PMC10601912 DOI: 10.1159/000530022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2022] [Accepted: 02/17/2023] [Indexed: 10/31/2023]
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Background Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is an incurable disease requiring lifelong management. China has a high prevalence of CKD, which disproportionately affects older adults and those with chronic risk factors for CKD development. The rising prevalence of CKD in China places a substantial burden on the general population and the healthcare system. Summary In China, there are currently many unmet needs for patients with CKD and high-risk individuals, resulting from a lack of education and support to reduce risk factors, delayed diagnoses, limited knowledge of CKD among primary-care physicians, and poor access to treatments among some patient populations. An integrated, nationwide approach is required to improve the current situation of CKD management in China. There are currently several national healthcare frameworks in place that focus on new major health policies to prevent disease and encourage people to adopt healthier lifestyles, and while they do not directly target CKD, they may have a positive indirect impact. We explore the unmet needs for patients with CKD in China and discuss the potential strategies that may be required to overcome them. Such strategies include improving physician and patient education, establishing a targeted screening programme, supporting patients to improve self-management behaviours, accelerating the creation of medical consortia and medical satellite centres, and migrating from hospital- to community-based management. In addition to policy-driven strategies, development of novel therapies will be key to providing new solutions for the long-term management of CKD. Key Messages An integrated, nationwide approach is required, incorporating policy-driven changes to the clinical management of CKD, as well as the development of novel CKD treatments.
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- Jing Liu
- Renal Division, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- Kidney Research Institute, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Renal Division, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Renal Division, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Renal Division, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- West China Biomedical Big Data Centre, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Renal Division, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- Kidney Research Institute, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Yang H, Li B, Feng L, Zhang Z, Liu X. Effects of health qigong exercise on upper extremity muscle activity, balance function, and quality of life in stroke patients. Front Neurosci 2023; 17:1208554. [PMID: 37539378 PMCID: PMC10394517 DOI: 10.3389/fnins.2023.1208554] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2023] [Accepted: 07/04/2023] [Indexed: 08/05/2023] Open
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Introduction This study explored the effects of Qigong exercises on upper extremity muscle activity, balance function, and quality of life in stroke patients. Methods A total of 30 stroke patients were randomly allocated to either control group or Qigong group. In the Qigong group, participants completed an intervention of Qigong Baduanjin over 8 weeks. Data on the electromyographic activities of the biceps brachii muscle, triceps brachii muscle, and muscle coordination were obtained using surface electromyography and the co-contraction ratio (CCR). Data on balance were obtained using the PK254P balance function detection system. Quality of life was measured using the brief version of the World Health Organization Quality of Life scale. Results The results for the Qigong group showed a significant difference in CCR of the triceps brachii muscle (p < 0.01). Concerning balance (assessed using the open-eye test), there was a significant decrease (p < 0.05) in Y-axis trajectory deviations and the Y-axis speed in the Qigong group. In the closed-eye test, the peripheral area of the Qigong group was significantly lower than that of the control group (p < 0.05). Significant differences were also observed in physical health (p < 0.05), psychological health (p < 0.01), environment (p < 0.01), and the total scores for quality of life (p < 0.01) in the Qigong group. Discussion We conclude that Qigong exercises improve the quality of life in stroke patients and have positive effects on the coordination of limb extremities and balance function.
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- Huixin Yang
- Institute of Nation Traditional Sport, Harbin Sport University, Harbin, China
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- The Second Affiliated Hospital of Heilongjiang University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Harbin, China
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- The Second Affiliated Hospital of Heilongjiang University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Harbin, China
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- Institute of Nation Traditional Sport, Harbin Sport University, Harbin, China
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- Chinese Traditional Regimen Exercise Intervention Research Center, Beijing Sport University, Beijing, China
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Lin H, Wan M, Ye Y, Zheng G. Effects of Baduanjin exercise on the physical function of middle-aged and elderly people: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. BMC Complement Med Ther 2023; 23:38. [PMID: 36747221 PMCID: PMC9901146 DOI: 10.1186/s12906-023-03866-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2021] [Accepted: 01/31/2023] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Chinese mind-body exercise-Baduanjin has received increasing attention for health promotion among middle-aged and older adults in China, but there is a lack of high-quality evidence on its effectiveness. This systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to investigate the effects of Baduanjin on physical function in middle-aged and older adults. METHODS Seven electronic databases were searched for articles published before 22 June 2021 with the keywords Baduanjin exercise combined with physical-function-related outcomes. Risk of bias was assessed in the included studies, and data were analyzed using Review Manager software V5.3. RESULTS Fifteen articles, including 14 randomized controlled trials, were included in this study. The results of the meta-analysis showed that Baduanjin significantly improved muscle strength (grip strength: SMD = 0.63, 95% CI 0.22 to 1.04, p = 0.003), balance ability (timed up-and-go test score: MD = -2.21, 95% CI -3.91 to -0.51, p = 0.01; one-leg stand test score: MD = 3.75, 95% CI 1.96 to 5.55, p < 0.0001; Berg balance scale score: MD = 4.16, 95% CI 2.49 to 5.83, p < 0.00001; strengthening Romberg's test result: SMD = 1.02, 95% CI 0.17 to 1.86, p = 0.02); and cardiorespiratory fitness (diastolic blood pressure: MD = -3.62, 95% CI -3.95 to -3.30, p < 0.00001; resting heart rate: MD = -1.30, 95% CI -1.57 to -1.03, p < 0.00001; step test: MD = 4.25, 95% CI 0.76 to 7.74, p = 0.02). No adverse events were reported. CONCLUSIONS Baduanjin exercise may be an effective intervention to improve physical function in the middle-aged and elderly population. However, more RCTs with larger sample sizes and more rigorous research designs are needed in the future to confirm the results.
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- Huiying Lin
- grid.507037.60000 0004 1764 1277College of Nursing and Health Management, Shanghai University of Medicine & Health Sciences. Pudong New District, Shanghai, 201318 China ,grid.411504.50000 0004 1790 1622College of Rehabilitation Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shangjie University Town, Fuzhou, 350000 China
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- grid.411504.50000 0004 1790 1622College of Rehabilitation Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shangjie University Town, Fuzhou, 350000 China
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- grid.411504.50000 0004 1790 1622College of Rehabilitation Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shangjie University Town, Fuzhou, 350000 China
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- grid.507037.60000 0004 1764 1277College of Nursing and Health Management, Shanghai University of Medicine & Health Sciences. Pudong New District, Shanghai, 201318 China
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Lin H, Ye Y, Wan M, Qiu P, Xia R, Zheng G. Effect of Baduanjin exercise on cerebral blood flow and cognitive frailty in the community older adults with cognitive frailty: A randomized controlled trial. J Exerc Sci Fit 2023; 21:131-137. [PMID: 36606263 PMCID: PMC9791406 DOI: 10.1016/j.jesf.2022.12.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2022] [Revised: 11/26/2022] [Accepted: 12/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Objectives Regular Baduanjin exercise training has been shown to be beneficial to the physical and cognitive health of older adults, but the underlying mechanisms remain to be investigated. This study examined the influence of Baduanjin on cerebral hemodynamics in community-dwelling older adults with cognitive frailty. Design Randomized controlled trial. Methods A total of 102 eligible participants were randomly allocated into the Baduanjin exercise intervention group (BEG) or usual physical activity control group (CG) for 24 weeks. Cerebral hemodynamic parameters of bilateral middle/anterior cerebral artery and basilar artery, cognitive ability and physical frailty were assessed using Transcranial Doppler (TCD), Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) and Edmonton Frailty Scale (EFS) at baseline and 24 weeks post-intervention. Results After 24 weeks intervention, the changes in peak systolic velocity (PSV), mean blood flow velocity (MBFV), and end diastolic velocity (EDV) in the right middle cerebral artery and basilar artery were better in the BEG than in the CG; the increase in MoCA scores and the decrease in EFS scores were significantly higher in the BEG than in the CG. Moreover, the interaction of exercise and time on those variables showed obvious significance. Conclusions The 24 weeks Baduanjin exercise training had a positive beneficial effect on cerebral blood flow in community-dwelling older adults with cognitive frailty. This may be a potential mechanism by which Baduanjin exercise improves the cognitive frailty in older adults. Trial registration Chinese Clinical Trial Registry, ChiCTR1800020341. Date of registration December 25, 2018, http://www.chictr.org.cn/showproj.aspx?proj=29846.
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Key Words
- ACA, anterior cerebral artery
- BA, basilar artery
- Baduanjin
- CBF, cerebral blood flow
- CF, cognitive frailty
- Cerebral blood flow
- Cognitive frailty
- EDV, end diastolic velocity
- EFS, Edmonton frailty scale
- GDS, global deterioration scale
- ITT, intention-to-treat
- MBFV, mean of blood flow velocity
- MCA, middle cerebral artery
- Mechanisms
- MoCA, Montreal cognitive assessment
- PSV, peak systolic velocity
- Randomized controlled trial
- TCD, transcranial doppler
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- Huiying Lin
- College of Nursing and Health Management, Shanghai University of Health & Medicine Sciences, Pudong New District, Shanghai, China,College of Rehabilitation Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shangjie University Town, Fuzhou, China
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- College of Rehabilitation Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shangjie University Town, Fuzhou, China
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- College of Rehabilitation Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shangjie University Town, Fuzhou, China
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- College of Rehabilitation Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shangjie University Town, Fuzhou, China
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- College of Rehabilitation Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shangjie University Town, Fuzhou, China
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- College of Nursing and Health Management, Shanghai University of Health & Medicine Sciences, Pudong New District, Shanghai, China,Corresponding author.
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Effects of health qigong on sleep quality: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Complement Ther Med 2022; 71:102876. [PMID: 35998756 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2022.102876] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2022] [Revised: 08/08/2022] [Accepted: 08/19/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE This study assessed the effects of Health Qigong on sleep quality in adults. DESIGN Systematic review and meta-analysis. METHOD We searched 10 databases to identify relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published in English or Chinese languages that evaluated the effects of Health Qigong on sleep quality in participants aged ≥18 years old with or without diseases in comparison with any type of controls. Quality of the included studies was assessed by the revised Cochrane risk-of-bias tool for randomized trials. The between-group treatment effect size was estimated by calculating Hedges' g and associated confidence interval (CI) through a random effects model. Cochran's Q test and I2 were used to determine heterogeneity. RESULTS The initial search yielded 730 articles, of which 13 studies involving 1147 participants were included in the systematic review and meta-analysis. The overall effect size was -0.955 (95 % CI: -1.601 to -0.309, p = 0.004). A homogeneity test revealed high heterogeneity (Q = 278.187, p < 0.001, I2 = 95.686 %). A sensitivity analysis was conducted through the exclusion of an outlier, which revealed a small but statistically significant effect size (Hedges' g = -0.423, 95 % CI: -0.603 to -0.243, p < 0.001; Q = 18.073, p = 0.08, I2 = 39.137 %). CONCLUSIONS Our study results suggest that Health Qigong is beneficial for improving sleep quality in adults with and without disease. However, the effects of Health Qigong could be partially due to nonspecific effects as half of the included studies did not employ an active control.
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Yang J, Du Y, Shen H, Ren S, Liu Z, Zheng D, Shi Q, Li Y, Wei GX. Mindfulness-Based Movement Intervention to Improve Sleep Quality: A Meta-Analysis and Moderator Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:10284. [PMID: 36011918 PMCID: PMC9408303 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph191610284] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2022] [Revised: 08/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/15/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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(1) Background: Given that the most effective dose, optimal type, and most beneficial population for improving sleep with mindfulness-based movement (MBM) remains unknown, we conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis with moderator analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to assess these effects. (2) Methods: Three electronic databases (PubMed, Web of Science, and EBSCO) were systematically searched for RCTs published through August 2021 for analysis. The risk of bias of the included studies was assessed with Review Manager 5.3, and the meta-analysis was performed in Stata 16.0. (3) Results: A meta-analysis of 61 RCTs with 2697 participants showed that MBM significantly improved sleep quality compared to controls (SMD = −0.794; 95% CI: −0.794 to −0.994, p < 0.001, I2 = 90.7%). Moderator analysis showed that a long-term MBM (SMD = −0.829; 95% CI: 0.945 to 0.712; p < 0.001) had a larger effect size on sleep than a short-term MBM (SMD = −0.714; 95% CI: 0.784 to 0.644; p < 0.001). Practicing at least twice per week (SMD = −0.793; 95% CI: −0.868 to −0.718; p < 0.001) was more effective compared to practicing once per week (SMD = −0.687; 95% CI: −0.804 to −0.570; p < 0.001). Studies with a total intervention time of more than 24 h also revealed better sleep quality improvement (SMD = −0.759; 95% CI: −0.865 to −0.653; p < 0.001). In addition, the healthy population and older adults gained more from MBM than the patients and younger adults. (4) Conclusions: MBM can effectively improve subjective sleep quality, and the optimal intervention dose of MBM can be utilized in future intervention studies to treat or improve sleep disturbance (MBM more than twice a week for more than three months, with a total intervention time of more than 24 h).
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- Jiayi Yang
- Collaborative Innovation Center of Assessment for Basic Education Quality, Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, China
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- School of Nursing, Health Science San Antonio, University of Texas, Austin, TX 78712, USA
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Behavioral Science, Institute of Psychology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 101408, China
- Department of Psychology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 101408, China
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- School of Education, Beijing Sport University, Beijing 100084, China
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- School of Psychology, Beijing Sport University, Beijing 100084, China
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- School of Psychology, Beijing Sport University, Beijing 100084, China
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- School of Psychology, Beijing Sport University, Beijing 100084, China
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- Collaborative Innovation Center of Assessment for Basic Education Quality, Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Behavioral Science, Institute of Psychology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 101408, China
- Department of Psychology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 101408, China
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Ye XX, Ren ZY, Vafaei S, Zhang JM, Song Y, Wang YX, Song PG. Effectiveness of Baduanjin Exercise on Quality of Life and Psychological Health in Postoperative Patients With Breast Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Integr Cancer Ther 2022; 21:15347354221104092. [PMID: 35699146 PMCID: PMC9202258 DOI: 10.1177/15347354221104092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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Background: Baduanjin exercise is a traditional Chinese Qigong exercise. This study aimed
to investigate the effects of Baduanjin exercise on the quality of life and
psychological status of postoperative patients with breast cancer. Methods: A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted. Eight databases were
searched from inception to December 15, 2021, restricting the language to
English and Chinese. RevMan5.3 software was employed for data analysis. This
study was registered in PROSPERO, number CRD 42020222132. Results: A total of 7 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) with 450 postoperative
breast cancer patients with or without Baduanjin exercise were collected.
Compared with the group without Baduanjin, those who practiced Baduanjin
showed significant improvement in quality of life (WMD = 5.70, 95% CI
3.11-8.29, P < .0001). Subgroup analysis showed
significant improvement in physical (WMD = 1.83, 95% CI 1.13-2.53,
P < .00001) and functional well-being (WMD = 1.58,
95% CI 0.77-2.39, P = .0001), which were measured by the
functional assessment of cancer therapy-breast (FACT-B). Subgroup analysis
also showed that role-physical (WMD = 11.49, 95% CI 8.86-14.13,
P < .00001) and vitality (WMD = 8.58, 95% CI
5.60-11.56, P < .00001) were significantly increased, as
measured by a 36-item Short Form survey (SF-36). In terms of psychological
health, Baduanjin exercise reduced patients’ anxiety (WMD = −8.02, 95% CI
−9.27 to −6.78, P < .00001) and depression (WMD = −4.45,
95% CI −5.62 to −3.28, P < .00001). Conclusions: Baduanjin is an effective exercise, which can significantly improve the
quality of life and psychological health of breast cancer patients after
operation.
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- Xin-Xin Ye
- School of Public Health and Women's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- School of Public Health and Women's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Molecular Medicine, Faculty of advanced Technologies in Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Bloomberg School of Public Health, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- School of Nursing, Henan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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- The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- School of Public Health and Women's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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Sakhare A, Stradford J, Ravichandran R, Deng R, Ruiz J, Subramanian K, Suh J, Pa J. Simultaneous Exercise and Cognitive Training in Virtual Reality Phase 2 Pilot Study: Impact on Brain Health and Cognition in Older Adults. Brain Plast 2021; 7:111-130. [PMID: 34868877 PMCID: PMC8609488 DOI: 10.3233/bpl-210126] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Background: Aerobic exercise and environmental enrichment have been shown to enhance brain function. Virtual reality (VR) is a promising method for combining these activities in a meaningful and ecologically valid way. Objective: The purpose of this Phase 2 pilot study was to calculate relative change and effect sizes to assess the impact of simultaneous exercise and cognitive training in VR on brain health and cognition in older adults. Methods: Twelve cognitively normal older adults (64.7±8.8 years old, 8 female) participated in a 12-week intervention, 3 sessions/week for 25–50 minutes/session at 50–80% HRmax. Participants cycled on a custom-built stationary exercise bike while wearing a VR head-mounted display and navigating novel virtual environments to train spatial memory. Brain and cognitive changes were assessed using MRI imaging and a cognitive battery. Results: Medium effect size (ES) improvements in cerebral flow and brain structure were observed. Pulsatility, a measure of peripheral vascular resistance, decreased 10.5% (ES(d) = 0.47). Total grey matter volume increased 0.73% (ES(r) = 0.38), while thickness of the superior parietal lobule, a region associated with spatial orientation, increased 0.44% (ES(r) = 0.30). Visual memory discrimination related to pattern separation showed a large improvement of 68% (ES(ηp2) = 0.43). Cognitive flexibility (Trail Making Test B) (ES(r) = 0.42) and response inhibition (ES(W) = 0.54) showed medium improvements of 14% and 34%, respectively. Conclusions: Twelve weeks of simultaneous exercise and cognitive training in VR elicits positive changes in brain volume, vascular resistance, memory, and executive function with moderate-to-large effect sizes in our pilot study.
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- Ashwin Sakhare
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Viterbi School of Engineering, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA.,Department of Neurology, Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Neurology, Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Neurology, Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Neurology, Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Neurology, Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Neurology, Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Neurology, Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Viterbi School of Engineering, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA.,Department of Neurology, Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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Fang J, Zhang L, Wu F, Ye J, Cai S, Lian X. The Safety of Baduanjin Exercise: A Systematic Review. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE : ECAM 2021; 2021:8867098. [PMID: 33552220 PMCID: PMC7847359 DOI: 10.1155/2021/8867098] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2020] [Revised: 11/25/2020] [Accepted: 01/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Baduanjin exercise is a form of Qigong exercise therapy that has become increasingly popular worldwide. The aims of the current systematic review were to summarize reported adverse events potentially associated with Baduanjin exercise based on currently available literature and to evaluate the quality of the methods used to monitor adverse events in the trials assessed. METHODS The English databases PubMed, Cochrane library, and EMbase were searched from inception to October 2020 using the keywords "Baduanjin" or "eight session brocade." Only studies that included Baduanjin exercise therapy were included. RESULTS Forty-seven trials with a total of 3877 participants were included in this systematic review. Twenty-two studies reported protocols for monitoring adverse events, and two studies reported the occurrence of adverse events during training. The adverse events reported included palpitation, giddiness, knee pain, backache, fatigue, nervousness, dizziness, shoulder pain, chest tightness, shortness of breath, and muscle ache. CONCLUSIONS Only two studies reported adverse events that were potentially caused by Baduanjin exercise. Adverse events related to Baduanjin exercise in patients with chronic fatigue syndrome may include muscle ache, palpitation, giddiness, knee pain, backache, fatigue, nervousness, dizziness, shoulder pain, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. Further studies conducted in accordance with the Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials statement guideline incorporating monitoring of adverse events are recommended. Additional clinical trials in which Baduanjin exercise is used as a main intervention are needed, and further meta-analysis may be required to assess its safety and reach more informed conclusions in this regard in the future.
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- Jianqi Fang
- Department of Rehabilitation, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, Fujian 350000, China
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- Department of Prevention and Health Care, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Subsidiary Rehabilitation Hospital, Fuzhou, Fujian 350000, China
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- Department of Rheumatism and Immunity, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Traditional Chinese Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian 350000, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Assessment, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Subsidiary Rehabilitation Hospital, Fuzhou, Fujian 350000, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Rehabilitation, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Subsidiary Rehabilitation Hospital, Fuzhou, Fujian 350000, China
- Fujian Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Technology, 13 Hudong Road, Fuzhou, Fujian 350000, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Assessment, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Subsidiary Rehabilitation Hospital, Fuzhou, Fujian 350000, China
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Hu QC, Wei YL, Gu Q, Chen K, Dong JJ, Li SY, Wang WW, Zheng YB. Emotion regulation effect of baduanjin on college students: A pilot event-related potential study on late positive potential. WORLD JOURNAL OF TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE 2021. [DOI: 10.4103/wjtcm.wjtcm_43_21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Chen X, Marrone G, Olson TP, Lundborg CS, Zhu H, Wen Z, Lu W, Jiang W. Intensity level and cardiorespiratory responses to Baduanjin exercise in patients with chronic heart failure. ESC Heart Fail 2020; 7:3782-3791. [PMID: 32902179 PMCID: PMC7754768 DOI: 10.1002/ehf2.12959] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2020] [Revised: 06/30/2020] [Accepted: 07/23/2020] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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AIMS Baduanjin (eight silken movements), a traditional Chinese exercise, is an alternative to the most common cardiac rehabilitation programmes due to their scarcity and unaffordability in China. The aim of this study was to measure the intensity and energy expenditure during Baduanjin and to determine the relative oxygen consumption (VO2 ) and heart rate (HR) responses of Baduanjin compared with maximal capacity in patients with chronic heart failure. METHODS AND RESULTS Twenty participants (age: 65 ± 10 years, male: n = 17) with New York Heart Association II-III volunteered for this study. Participants were examined during two separate sessions, with 1-2 weeks between sessions. During session one, a symptom-limited cardiopulmonary exercise testing was performed on a cycle ergometer for measurement of maximal exercise capacity. Additionally, participants were taught Baduanjin exercise from a professional coach and were required to do it at home until the second session when their technique was confirmed by the coach. During session two, participants performed one 9 min round of Baduanjin with continuous measurement of VO2 and HR. Measurements obtained during the Baduanjin were compared with data obtained during cardiopulmonary exercise testing. While performing Baduanjin, the mean VO2 and HR were 7.1 ± 1.2 mL/kg/min and 86.1 ± 15.2 b.p.m., respectively. Compared with the cardiopulmonary exercise test, the VO2 was 44% of their VO2max and 67% of their HRmax , categorizing Baduanjin as a moderate-intensity exercise. The average energy expenditure during Baduanjin was 23.3 ± 4.4 kcal. Additionally, the VO2 and HR responses during Baduanjin both exhibited a bimodal pattern. CONCLUSIONS The results suggest that Baduanjin is a moderate-intensity aerobic exercise that could be an effective and safe exercise modality for home-based cardiac rehabilitation.
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- Xiankun Chen
- Department of Global Public Health, Health Systems and PolicyKarolinska InstituteStockholmSweden
- Key Unit of Methodology in Clinical ResearchGuangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese MedicineGuangzhouChina
- The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese MedicineGuangzhouChina
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- Department of Global Public Health, Health Systems and PolicyKarolinska InstituteStockholmSweden
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- Division of Cardiovascular Diseases, Department of Internal MedicineMayo Clinic and FoundationRochesterMNUSA
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- Department of Global Public Health, Health Systems and PolicyKarolinska InstituteStockholmSweden
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- The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese MedicineGuangzhouChina
- Department of CardiologyGuangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese MedicineGuangzhouChina
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- Key Unit of Methodology in Clinical ResearchGuangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese MedicineGuangzhouChina
- National Centre for Design Measurement and Evaluation in Clinical ResearchGuangzhou University of Chinese MedicineGuangzhouChina
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- The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese MedicineGuangzhouChina
- Department of CardiologyGuangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese MedicineGuangzhouChina
- Heart Failure Center/Department of CardiologyGuangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese MedicineGuangzhouChina
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- The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese MedicineGuangzhouChina
- Department of CardiologyGuangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese MedicineGuangzhouChina
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Shao BY, Zhang XT, Vernooij RWM, Lv QY, Hou YY, Bao Q, Lao LX, Liu JP, Zhang Y, Guyatt GH. The effectiveness of Baduanjin exercise for hypertension: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. BMC Complement Med Ther 2020; 20:304. [PMID: 33032580 PMCID: PMC7545896 DOI: 10.1186/s12906-020-03098-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2020] [Accepted: 09/29/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Background Hypertension, a major risk factor of cardiovascular mortality, is a critical issue for public health. Although Baduanjin (Eight Brocades, EB), a traditional Chinese exercise, might influence blood pressure, glucose, and lipid status, the magnitude of true effects and subgroup differences remains unclear. Therefore, we performed a systematic review of relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to evaluate the effect of EB on patient-important outcomes. Methods We systematically searched PubMed, the Cochrane Library, Web of Science, and Chinese databases since inception until March 30, 2020. Meta-analysis was carried out using “meta” package in R 3.4.3 software. A prespecified subgroup analysis was done according to the type of comparisons between groups, and the credibility of significant subgroup effects (P < 0.05) were accessed using a five-criteria list. A GRADE evidence profile was constructed to illustrate the certainty of evidence. Results Our meta-analysis, including 14 eligible trials with 1058 patients, showed that compared with routine treatment or health education as control groups, the mean difference (MD) in systolic blood pressure (SBP) of the EB groups was − 8.52 mmHg (95%CI:[− 10.65, − 6.40], P < 0.01) and diastolic blood pressure (DBP) was − 4.65 mmHg (95%CI: [− 6.55, − 2.74], P < 0.01). For blood pressure, the evidence was, however, of low certainty because of risk of bias and inconsistency, and for the outcomes of most interest to patients (cardiovascular morbidity and mortality directly), of very low certainty (measurement of surrogate only). Subgroup analysis showed there was no significant interaction effect between different type of comparisons (SBP P = 0.15; DBP P = 0.37), so it could be easily attributed to chance. Conclusion Regularly EB exercising may be helpful to control blood pressure, but the evidence is only low certainty for blood pressure and very low certainty for cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Rigorously designed RCTs that carry out longer follow-up and address patient-important outcomes remain warranted. Trial registration PROSPERO Registration number: CRD42018095854.
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- Bao-Yi Shao
- Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Mathematics Sciences, University of Southampton, Southampton, SO17 1BJ, UK
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- Department of Nephrology and Hypertension, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, The Netherlands.,Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- The First Affiliated Dongzhimen Hospital, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- The First Affiliated Dongzhimen Hospital, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- Guang'anmen Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Virginia University of Integrative Medicine, Fairfax, VA, USA
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- Center for Evidence-based Chinese Medicine, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- Center for Evidence-based Chinese Medicine, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China.
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- Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence and Impact, McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada.
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Guan Y, Hao Y, Guan Y, Wang H. Effects of Baduanjin exercise on essential hypertension: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Medicine (Baltimore) 2020; 99:e21577. [PMID: 32769904 PMCID: PMC7593081 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000021577] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To analyze the influence of Baduanjin exercise on blood pressure in patients with essential hypertension. METHODS Randomized controlled trials were identified in Chinese and English databases to study the impact of Baduanjin exercise on essential hypertension. Qualified trials were selected and methodologic quality was critically evaluated. Two reviewers selected studies independently of each other. RESULTS Twelve trials were included. There was a significant difference between the Baduanjin exercise intervention and control groups with regard to the change in systolic blood pressure (SBP) [SMD = - 1.80, 95% CI (- 2.86, - 0.73), P = .0009] and diastolic blood pressure (DBP) [SMD = -0.22, 95% CI (-2.00, -0.57), P = .0004]. Taking into account the subgroup analyses, the combined results showed that Baduanjin plus Antihypertensive drugs significantly reduced both SBP and DBP over a period > 12 weeks in all studies. CONCLUSIONS Compared with control interventions, Baduanjin exercise seems to be an effective physical exercise in treating essential hypertension. Different training durations can lead to different effects.
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- Yuanyuan Guan
- Graduate School, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
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- Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin First Central Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Crawford School of Public Policy, Asia and Pacific College, Australian National University, Canberra, ACT, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences and Engineering, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, China
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The Pelvic Girdle Pain deadlock: 2. Topics that, so far, have remained out of focus. Musculoskelet Sci Pract 2020; 48:102166. [PMID: 32560869 DOI: 10.1016/j.msksp.2020.102166] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2019] [Revised: 03/30/2020] [Accepted: 04/06/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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INTRODUCTION In our preceding paper, we concluded that Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP) should be taken seriously. Still, we do not know its causes. Literature reviews on treatment fail to reveal a consistent pattern, and there are patients who do not respond well to treatment. We designated the lack of progress in research and in the clinic as 'deadlock', and proposed a 'deconstruction' of PGP, that is to say, taking PGP apart into its relevant dimensions. PURPOSE We examine the proposition that PGP may emerge as local inflammation. Inflammation would be a new dimension to be taken into account, between biomechanics and psychology. To explore the consequences of this idea, we present four different topics that, so far, have remained out of focus. One: The importance of microtrauma. Two: Ways to counteract chronification. Three: The importance of sickness behaviour when systemic inflammation turns into neuroinflammation of the brain. And Four: The mainly emotional and cognitive nature of chronic pain, and how aberrant neuroinflammation may render chronic pain intractable. For intractable pain, sleep and stress management are promising treatment options. IMPLICATIONS The authors hope that the present paper helps to stimulate the flexible creativity that is required to deal with the biological and psychological impact of PGP. Measuring inflammatory mediators in PGP should be a research priority. It should be understood that the boundaries between biology and psychology are becoming blurred. Clinicians must frequently monitor pain, disability, and mood, and be ready to switch treatment whenever the patient does not improve.
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Seixas AA, Moore J, Chung A, Robbins R, Grandner M, Rogers A, Williams NJ, Jean-Louis G. Benefits of Community-Based Approaches in Assessing and Addressing Sleep Health and Sleep-Related Cardiovascular Disease Risk: a Precision and Personalized Population Health Approach. Curr Hypertens Rep 2020; 22:52. [PMID: 32671477 DOI: 10.1007/s11906-020-01051-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW In this current review, we describe the benefits of community-based and "precision and personalized population health" (P3H) approaches to assessing and addressing sleep health problems and sleep-related cardiovascular diseases (CVD) among vulnerable populations such as racial/ethnic minorities, the elderly, and the socioeconomically disadvantaged. RECENT FINDINGS Very few sleep health programs utilize a community-based or P3H approach, which may account for low estimates of sleep health problems, related CVD outcomes, and inadequate healthcare infrastructure to address sleep-related health outcomes at the community and population level. We describe community-based and P3H approaches and programs as solutions to accurately capture estimates of sleep health and reduce burden of sleep health problems and corollary CVD outcomes at the level of the community and population. Specifically, we describe seven critical steps needed to successfully implement a community-based and P3H approach to address sleep health problems. Community-based and P3H approaches are effective strategies to assessing and addressing sleep health problems and related health conditions.
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- Azizi A Seixas
- Department of Population Health, NYU Langone Health, 180 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, 10016, USA. .,Department of Psychiatry, NYU Langone Health, 180 Park Avenue, New York, NY, 10016, USA.
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- Department of Population Health, NYU Langone Health, 180 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, 10016, USA
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- Department of Population Health, NYU Langone Health, 180 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, 10016, USA
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- Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.,Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- University of Arizona College of Medicine, Tucson, AZ, 85721, USA
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- Department of Population Health, NYU Langone Health, 180 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, 10016, USA
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- Department of Population Health, NYU Langone Health, 180 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, 10016, USA.,Department of Psychiatry, NYU Langone Health, 180 Park Avenue, New York, NY, 10016, USA
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Lv W, Wang X, Liu J, Yu P. Eight-Section Brocade Exercises Improve the Sleep Quality and Memory Consolidation and Cardiopulmonary Function of Older Adults With Atrial Fibrillation-Associated Stroke. Front Psychol 2019; 10:2348. [PMID: 31695645 PMCID: PMC6818461 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2019.02348] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2019] [Accepted: 10/02/2019] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Purpose: Poor sleep quality is harmful for everyone and potentially even more harmful for older adults with atrial fibrillation-associated stroke (AFAS). This study aims to explore the effects of eight-section brocade (ESB) on sleep quality, memory, and cardiopulmonary function in the older adults with AFAS. Methods: Older adults with AFAS and sleep disorders were recruited and divided into the ESB (EG, n = 85) and control groups (CG, general exercise, n = 85). EG patients received 60 min ESB exercises 5 times a week for 12 weeks; CG patients received normal exercise. Pittsburgh sleep quality index (PSQI) scores (poor sleepers ≥8 and normal sleepers < 8), memory for word pairs (poor memory ≤ 7 and normal memory > 7), left ventricular posterior wall (LVPW) thickness, and maximum ventilation (MV, to evaluate cardiopulmonary function) values were measured. The correlation between sleep and memory quality was analyzed using PSQI scores and word pairs via the Pearson correlation coefficients test. Adjusted Cox models were used to explore an interaction between PSQI and ESB exercise. Results: After 12-week exercise intervention, ESB improved sleep quality, latency, duration, disturbance and daytime dysfunction when compared to conventional exercise. In similar cases, the MV values in the EG were also higher than that in the CG (p = 0.009). ESB intervention could not affect the cardiac structure and left ventricular ejection fraction. Compared with the CG, the ESB intervention reduced PSQI scores and increased memorized word pairs (p < 0.001 for poor and normal sleepers in both unadjusted and adjusted analysis, p = 0.012 and 0.003 for poor and normal memory). The test of Pearson correlation coefficients showed that PSQI scores were strongly associated with the number of word pairs in both unadjusted and adjusted analyses (p < 0.0001). Conclusion: Eight-section brocade exercise improved sleep quality and memory consolidation and cardiopulmonary function by reducing PSQI scores, increasing word pairs and MV values in the older adults with AFAS.
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- Wei Lv
- Department of Cadre Ward, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Cadre Ward, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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