Effectiveness Of Baduanjin Exercise Research Articles

Effects of Baduanjin exercise on cognitive frailty, oxidative stress, and chronic inflammation in older adults with cognitive frailty: a randomized controlled trial

BackgroundOxidative stress and chronic inflammation play an important role in the pathogenesis process of cognitive frailty (CF). Regular Baduanjin exercise could improve cognitive frailty in older adults, but it is unclear whether the effect of Baduanjin exercise on improving CF is mediated by modulating circulating oxidative stress and inflammatory process.MethodA total of 102 community-dwelling older adults with CF were recruited and randomly allocated into a 24-week Baduanjin exercise training group or no specific exercise intervention control group at an equal rate. Cognitive function and physical frailty index were assessed using the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) and the Edmonton Frail Scale (EFS), as well as the oxidative stress and inflammatory cytokines were measured at baseline and after intervention.ResultAfter 24 weeks of intervention, the increased MoCA score (2.51 ± 0.32 points, p < 0.001) and the decreased EFS scores (1.94 ± 0.20 points, p = 0.012) in the Baduanjin group were significantly higher than those in the control group. Serum antioxidant SOD levels were increased by 10.03 ± 4.73 U/mL (p < 0.001), and the prooxidative MDA and 8-iso-PGF2α levels were decreased by −1.08 ± 0.80 nmol/mL (p = 0.030) and −86.61 ± 15.03 ng/L (p < 0.001) in the Baduanjin training group; while inflammatory cytokines IFN-γ, IL-2 and IL-4 levels were increased (1.08 ± 0.33 pg./mL, p = 0.034, 2.74 ± 0.75 pg./mL, p = 0.04 and 1.48 ± 0.35 pg./mL, p = 0.042). In addition, a mediation effect that Baduanjin training improved cognitive ability mediated by an increase of circulating IFN-γ and IL-2 levels were observed in this study.ConclusionRegular Baduanjin exercise training could improve the cognitive frailty of the community-dwelling older adults with CF, and modulate oxidative stress and inflammatory processes by reducing circulating pro-oxidative MDA and 8-iso-PGF2α levels and increasing anti-oxidative SOD levels, as well as impacting inflammatory cytokines IFN-γ, IL-2, and IL-4 levels. Nevertheless, the mechanism of Baduanjin exercise mediating oxidative stress and inflammatory processes should be cautious to be explained.Clinical trial registrationhttp://www.chictr.org.cn/index.aspx, ChiCTR1800020341.

Effects of Baduanjin exercise on fine motor impairment of the fingers in Parkinson's disease

Effects of Baduanjin exercise on fine motor impairment of the fingers in Parkinson's disease

Effect of baduanjin exercise on quality of life in patients with metabolic syndrome.

Effect of baduanjin exercise on quality of life in patients with metabolic syndrome.

Retracted: Postoperative Curative Effect of Cardiac Surgery Diagnosed by Compressed Sensing Algorithm-Based E-Health CT Image Information and Effect of Baduanjin Exercise on Cardiac Autonomic Nerve Function of Patients.

[This retracts the article DOI: 10.1155/2022/4670003.].

Effect of Baduanjin exercise on primary osteoporosis: study protocol for randomized controlled trial

BackgroundLack of exercise is often a major cause of chronic disease. Osteoporosis (OP) is a chronic disease with multifactorial co-morbidity. Baduanjin (BDJ) exercise may be a powerful tool for modifying risk factors. The aim is to provide more evidence about the effectiveness of BDJ exercise in improving pain and balance ability in patients with OP.MethodsIn the prospective randomized controlled trial, 160 participants will be recruited and randomized to the treatment group (BDJ exercise combined with Calcium carbonate and D3) or the control group (Calcium carbonate and D3) at 1:1 ratio. Participants in the treatment group will receive 24-week BDJ exercise for 30–60 min, 3 times a week, along with Calcium carbonate and D3 at each day, while participants in the control group will receive Calcium carbonate and D3 only. All outcome indicators will be measured at baseline, after the 6th month of treatment and 6th month after the end of treatment. The primary outcomes include pain and balance ability, as measured by the visual analogue scale (VAS) and Berg balance scale (BBS). The secondary outcomes will primarily include bone mineral density (BMD), laboratory tests (including P1NP, β-CTX, MSTN, FDF-23, NPY), the timed “up and go” (TUG) test, the morse fall scale (MFS), the five-times sit-to-stand test (FTSST).DiscussionThe study will hopefully confirm that BDJ exercise, as a non-drug intervention, should be recommended for patients with OP to prevent bone loss, falls and fractures.Trial registrationInternational standard randomized controlled trial number (ISRCTN) registry: ISRCTN76945140 registered on 07/06/2022.

Effect of Baduanjin Exercise on Metabolic Syndrome Risk: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

While people's living standards are improving, the incidence of chronic diseases due to a lack of exercise is increasing. Complex health conditions (e.g., metabolic syndrome) are becoming common, and means to lower their incidence are essential. This study systematically reviewed the literature and performed a meta-analysis on the effects of Baduanjin exercise on metabolic syndrome-related factors. Using four English databases and three Chinese databases, randomized controlled trials on the effects of Baduanjin exercise on metabolic syndrome were identified. We analyzed whether Baduanjin could alleviate various metabolic syndrome indicators according to our selection guidelines. We found that Baduanjin exercise had positive effects on blood pressure (systolic blood pressure: mean difference (MD)=-6.39; 95% confidence interval (CI): -9.86 to -2.92; I2=12%; diastolic blood pressure: MD=-2.86; 95% CI: -5.96 to -0.23; I2=35%; P=0.07) and total cholesterol (standardized mean (SMD)= -0.55; 95% CI: -1.11 to 0.02; I2=86%; P=0.06), triglyceride (SMD=-0.29; 95% CI: -1.13 to - 0.56; I2=94%; P<0.51), and low-density cholesterol (SMD =-0.33; 95% CI: -0.52 to -0.14; I2=0%; P<0.0007) levels. This evidence shows that Baduanjin exercise provides beneficial effects by improving metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease in adults. This suggests that Baduanjin exercise could be an effective alternative or complementary approach to conventional treatments for adults with metabolic problems. Additionally, these findings suggest that more rigorous randomized control trials are needed in the future.

Effects of Baduanjin exercise on the physical function of middle-aged and elderly people: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Background and purposeChinese 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.MethodsSeven 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.ResultsFifteen 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.ConclusionsBaduanjin 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.

Evaluation of the efficacy of Baduanjin in improving glucose and lipid metabolism in patients with prediabetes: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Objective: The study systematically evaluated the effects of Baduanjin with different time, frequency and cycle on glucose and lipid metabolism in patients with prediabetes of different ages. Methods: Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on the effect of Baduanjin exercise on PDM patients were comprehensively searched in PubMed, Embase, CNKI and other databases. The retrieval time was from the establishment of the database to September 2022. Results: a total of 13 items of RCT were included in this study, including 415 patients in the trial group and 405 patients in the control group. The results of Meta-analysis showed that FPG (MD-0.45, 95%CI:-0.60, P<0.0l), P < 0.05.The results showed that Baduanjin was superior to the control group in fasting blood glucose in patients with prediabetes, and TG (MD=-0.29,95%CI:-0.52 Baduanjin was better than the control group in improving triglyceride (TG). HDL-C (MD=0.06,95%CI:0.02~0.11,P < 0.01), P < 0.05.Results showed that the intervention group of Baduanjin was superior to the control group in improving high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) in patients with prediabetes. LDL-C (MD=-0.27,95% CI:-0.44~-0.10,P=0.002), P < 0.05.The results showed that the intervention group of Baduanjin was superior to the control group in improving low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) in prediabetic patients. The results of TC (MD=--0.36,95%CI:-0.60~-0.12,P=0.004 < 0.05) showed that the intervention group was superior to the control group in improving serum total cholesterol (TC) in patients with prediabetes. The results of subgroup analysis showed that when the age of the patients<60 years old, the intervention time ≥ 60 minutes, the intervention period ≥ 6 months and the intervention frequency ≥ 5 days, the Baduanjin was superior to the control group in improving the indexes of prediabetes. Conclusion: Baduanjin can further improve the level of glucose and lipid metabolism in patients with prediabetes, especially in FPG, TC, HDL-C and LDL-C.

Effect of Baduanjin exercise on cerebral blood flow and cognitive frailty in the community older adults with cognitive frailty: A randomized controlled trial

Background/ObjectivesRegular 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. DesignRandomized controlled trial. MethodsA 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. ResultsAfter 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. ConclusionsThe 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 registrationChinese Clinical Trial Registry, ChiCTR1800020341. Date of registrationDecember 25, 2018, http://www.chictr.org.cn/showproj.aspx?proj=29846.

Effects of Baduanjin exercise on motor function, balance and gait in Parkinson’s disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis

ObjectiveThis study aims to systematically evaluate the effects of Baduanjin on motor function, balance and gait in patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD).DesignSystematic review and meta-analysis.Study selectionAll eligible randomised controlled trials...

Postoperative Curative Effect of Cardiac Surgery Diagnosed by Compressed Sensing Algorithm-Based E-Health CT Image Information and Effect of Baduanjin Exercise on Cardiac Autonomic Nerve Function of Patients.

This research was aimed at exploring the effect of CT images reconstructed by optimized compressed sensing algorithm on postoperative diagnosis of patients with hypertensive heart disease and the influence of Baduanjin on cardiac autonomic nerve function. Based on the compressed sensing algorithm, the maximum likelihood expectation maximization algorithm was introduced to optimize it, and the optimization algorithm was established. The optimized algorithm and filtered back projection algorithm (FBP) were compared regarding the root mean squared error (RMSE), peak signal-to-noise ratio (PSNR), and structural similar image metric (SSIM). A total of 126 patients with hypertensive heart disease who underwent CT examination in the hospital were selected as study subjects. According to whether Baduanjin intervention was adopted, patients were divided into observation group (conventional treatment +Baduanjin) and control group (conventional treatment), with 63 patients in each group. The effect of CT examination on postoperative diagnosis was analyzed. Systolic blood pressure (SBP), diastolic blood pressure (DBP), differential pressure (DP), respiratory rate and heart rate (HR), very low-frequency (VLF) power, low-frequency (LF) power, high-frequency (HF) power, total power (TP) of HR variability, and changes in LF/HF of patients before and after treatment were compared. The RMSE of the compressed sensing optimization algorithm (3.28 ± 0.36) was significantly lower than that of the FBP algorithm (9.25 ± 1.03) (P < 0.05). The SSIM and PNSR of the compressed sensing optimization algorithm were (0.87 ± 0.10) and (21.22 ± 1.60) dB, respectively. The SSIM was significantly higher than the FBP algorithm (P < 0.01), and the PNSR was also higher than the FBP algorithm (P < 0.05). The detection rate of CT for pleural effusion was 16 cases (25.40%) higher than 5 cases (7.94%) with TTE (P < 0.01). After treatment, SBP, DBP, HR, LF, VLF, LF/HF, and DP values in the observation group were lower than those in the control group (P < 0.05), and TP and HF were higher than those in the control group (P < 0.05). It suggested that a novel algorithm was established based on compressed sensing algorithm to improve image quality. CT image had important guiding significance for postoperative diagnosis of heart. Baduanjin intervention could improve the integrated function of patient's autonomic nervous system and the regulation ability of the vagus nerve.

Effects of Baduanjin Exercise on Rehabilitation of Patients With Mild to Moderate Parkinson’s Disease

ObjectivesRehabilitation, aerobic exercise, and many traditional Chinese exercises are known to significantly improve balance in patients with Parkinson’s disease. Baduanjin, a traditional physical and mental exercise, has long been practiced for health care as it regulates organs, the nervous and motor systems.MethodsWe recruited 31 eligible participants. Patients underwent a 3-week Baduanjin program, including 35-min exercise daily. Scores on the Modified Unified Parkinson’s Disease Rating Scale (MDS-UPDRS), Non-motor Symptoms Scale (NMSS), and gait and balance tests were compared before and after the Baduanjin program.ResultsMDS-UPDRS-total (t = 4.669, P ≤ 0.001), MDS-UPDRS part-I (t = 5.805, P ≤ 0.001), MDS-UPDRS part-II (t = 5.234, P ≤ 0.001), MDS-UPDRS part-III (t = 3.274, P = 0.003), and NMSS (t = 4.815, P ≤ 0.001) scores significantly decreased after the 3-week intervention. Gait parameters like step (t = 2.289, P = 0.030) and cycle (t = 2.181, P = 0.038) durations also significantly improved, while Balance-check® indicators, including the total score (t = −2.147, P = 0.041) and grade (t = 3.432, P = 0.002) significantly differed before and after exercise.ConclusionBaduanjin exercise shows beneficial effects for non-motor symptoms, balance, gait, and daily activities in patients with Parkinson’s disease. Baduanjin can be included in the patients’ family exercise, which is conducive to their rehabilitation, as well as for obtaining important social and economic benefits.Clinical Trial Registration[www.ClinicalTrials.gov], identifier [ChiCTR-IPR-17011875].

The effects of Baduanjin exercise on the subjective memory complaint of older adults: A randomized controlled trial.

This study aimed to explore the efficacy of Baduanjin exercise on promoting memory function, executive function and general self-efficacy, decreasing the level of subjective memory complaints of older adults.In this randomized controlled trial, 80 patients were randomly allocated in a 1:1 ratio to 12-week Baduanjin exercise group or 12-week control group. Subjective memory complaint questionnaire, Auditory verbal learning test, Trail Making Test and General Self-Efficacy Scale was used to assess the subjective memory complaint level, memory function, executive function and general self-efficacy level at three times (baseline, after intervention and follow up at 3 months). One-way repeated measures analysis of variance was used to compare the outcome variables of the two groups.There were no significant differences between the Baduanjin exercise and the control group at baseline in demographic, SMCQ, MoCA, and GDS-15. Compared to participants in the control group, participants in the Baduanjin group had a significantly improvement in memory function (F = 46.93, P < .00), executive function (F = 317.83, P < .00) and general self-efficacy (F = 38.72, P < .00) at the end of 12-week intervention period and after 3months follow-up period (P < .01). At the same time, participants in the Baduanjin group had a significantly greater decrease in subjective memory complaint scores at the end of 12-week intervention period and after 3months follow-up period (F = 24.53, P < 0.00).Baduanjin exercise appears to be a feasible and acceptable intervention to improve subjective memory complaint among older adults.

Effects of Baduanjin Exercise on Antihypertensive Medication Reduction in Older Patients with Hypertension: A Study Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial.

Background Hypertension is a serious global public health problem, and its incidence increases with age. Research has suggested that multiple antihypertensive prescriptions may be harmful to older individuals with hypertension. Baduanjin, a widely practiced physical activity in China, has been used as an adjuvant therapy to antihypertensive treatment in older individuals with hypertension. Therefore, the aim of the current study is to investigate whether Baduanjin exercise could reduce the need for antihypertensive medications in older patients. Methods This single-center, open, randomized controlled trial will be conducted in China. Seventy eligible participants will be randomly assigned to either the 12-week Baduanjin exercise group or the 12-week aerobic exercise group (5 times a week), at a ratio of 1 : 1. The primary outcome will include the proportion of participants who reduce their antihypertensive medications. The secondary outcomes will include the changes in mean office systolic and diastolic pressure, 24-h ambulatory blood pressure, health-related quality of life (based on SF-36), and gut microbiota composition. Discussion. The results of this study will provide powerful evidence for the use of Baduanjin as an adjuvant therapy for antihypertensive medication reduction in older people with hypertension and therefore find the best treatment for hypertension. This trial is registered in the Chinese Clinical Trials Registry (ChiCTR1900024429).

Effect of Baduanjin exercise on cervical spondylosis: A protocol for the systematic review of randomized controlled trials.

Background:The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of Baduanjin exercise for patients with cervical spondylosis (CS).Methods:We will retrieve a randomized controlled trial of Baduanjin for CS from the following electronic databases establishment to May 2021: The Cochrane Library, MEDLINE, EMBASE, Web of Science, Springer, World Health Organization International Clinical Trials Registry Platform (ICTRP), China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), Wan-fang database, Chinese Scientific Journal Database (VIP), Chinese Biomedical Literature Databases (CBM), and other databases. Two independent researchers will operate article retrieval, duplication removing, screening, quality evaluation, and data analyses by Review Manager (V.5.3.5). Meta-analyses, subgroup analysis, and/or descriptive analysis will be performed based on the included data conditions.Results:The results of this study will provide researchers in the field of CS with a current synthesis of high-quality evidence.Conclusion:This conclusion of this study will provide the evidence of whether Baduanjin is an effective and safe intervention for patients with CS.PROSPERO registration number:CRD42020211019.

The effect of baduanjin exercise in rehabilitation for functional ankle instability: A study protocol for a randomized controlled pilot trial

Introduction: Patients with functional ankle instability (FAI) have problems with joint control, balance, gait, and postural symmetry. Baduanjin is a type of traditional Chinese exercise that has been shown to be effective in treating many diseases and symptoms. However, to date, the effect of Baduanjin in patients with FAI has not been proved. This pilot trial is an assessor-blinded randomized controlled trial, and its objective is to study the efficacy and safety of Baduanjin on the rehabilitation of patients with FAI.Methods: Seventy-two participants, who are eligible according to specified inclusion and exclusion criteria, will be randomized (in a 1:1 ratio), using a random number table, into two groups: a Baduanjin group and a conventional treatment group. The Baduanjin group will be subjected to the Baduanjin exercise in addition to the conventional treatment therapy. Participants' exercise programs will be implemented for 4 weeks (5 days a week). All participants will be assessed at baseline, and after two and 4 weeks of treatment. The surface electromyography results of the bilateral erector spinae, tibialis anterior, and peroneus longus will be the primary outcomes, while the balance function under different conditions and the level of FAI in daily life measured using the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool will be the secondary outcomes.Ethics and Dissemination: The trial has been approved by the Research Ethical Committee of Dongzhimen Hospital, the First Affiliated Hospital of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine (no. DZMEC-KY-2019-18), and it will follow the principles of the Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials statements as well as the Declaration of Helsinki. The findings of this study will be submitted for publication in peer-reviewed journals. The results will also be disseminated to the participants via phone calls or e-mail.Trial registration: Chinese Clinical Trial Register ID: ChiCTR1900021939 (March 17, 2019). http://www.chictr.org.cn/.

The effect of Baduanjin exercise on the quality of life in patients recovering from COVID-19: A protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background:Since the outbreak of COVID-19, the number of COVID-19 patients has been on the rise. With the improvement of diagnosis and treatment level in various countries, more and more patients have recovered. Baduanjin exercise is a traditional Chinese health care method with a long history, easy-to-learn, and remarkable effect. It is not subject to the constraints of the field and can be practiced at any time. It can be used as an alternative therapy for COVID-19 rehabilitation patients. At present, there are no relevant articles for systematic review.Methods:We will retrieve a randomized controlled trial of Baduanjin exercise for COVID-19 from the beginning to July 2020. The following databases are areas of concern: Published randomized Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (Central), PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Chinese Biomedical Literature Database, and Wan-fang Database-controlled trials in Chinese and English related to Baduanjin exercise and COVID-19 were included. The main result was the effect of Baduanjin exercise on the quality of life in patients recovering from COVID-19. Secondary results to accompany symptoms (such as muscle pain, cough, sputum, runny nose, sore throat, chest tightness, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, fatigue, headache, nausea, vomiting, anorexia, diarrhea), disappearance rate, 2 consecutive (not on the same day) COVID-19 negative rate of nucleic acid test results, the quality of life improved, improve CT images, the average hospitalization time, severe form of common clinical cure rate and mortality.Results:The results of this study will provide researchers in the field of COVID-19 with a current synthesis of high-quality evidence.Conclusion:The conclusion of this study will provide evidence for judging whether Baduanjin exercise is an effective intervention for the quality of life of rehabilitative patients.PROSPERO registration number:CRD42020199443

Effects of Baduanjin exercise on essential hypertension: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

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.

The Effect Of Baduanjin Exercise On University Students With Neck/shoulder Muscle Strength Imbalance

Muscular strength imbalance (MSI) on shoulder and neck is often a detonate for shoulder and neck postural diseases, for this reason, improving the neck/shoulder muscle imbalance could be a good method to prevent neck and shoulder problems. PURPOSE: This study tested the efficacy of Baduanjin exercise (BDJ), a traditional Chinese mind-body exercise, on shoulder and neck muscle strength imbalance, and see if it is possible through this method provide a new idea of sports rehabilitation for shoulder and neck diseases problems. METHODS:40 sedentary university students, with either forward head posture and/or round shoulder posture were randomized to the BDJ intervention group (n=20) and control group (n=20), the same evaluation protocol was used before and after the intervention. During six weeks of training, The BDJ group was given Baduanjin training combined with a basic health education program, and the control group was treated only with a basic health education program. Baduanjin training was conducted three times a week, every time 50 minutes. The contents of health education program include healthy lifestyle tips, postural education and muscle stretching method. RESULTS: Significant changes were found within the BDJ group, specially on Forward Head Angle test, Maximal Internal/External Rotation test and upper quarter Y-balance test. CONCLUSIONS: this randomized control trial provides some evidence to support the positive effect of BDJ exercise as a new method of sport therapy for rehabilitation among people with shoulder/neck MSI.

Effect of Baduanjin exercise on cognitive function in patients with post-stroke cognitive impairment: a randomized controlled trial

Objective: To investigate the effectiveness and safety of Baduanjin training on the cognitive function in stroke survivors with cognitive impairment. Design: A randomized, two-arm parallel controlled trial with allocation concealment and assessors blinding. Setting: Community centre of Fuzhou city, China. Subjects: A total of 48 participants were recruited and randomly allocated into the Baduanjin exercise intervention or control group. Interventions: The control group maintained original medication and rehabilitation treatment. The Baduanjin training group received 24-week Baduanjin training with a frequency of three days a week and 40 minutes a day based on original medication and rehabilitation treatment. Main outcome measures: The primary outcome was global cognitive function. Secondary outcome measures included the specific domains of cognition (i.e. memory, processing speed, execution, attention and visuospatial ability) and activities daily living. Results: In total, 41 (Baduanjin n = 22, control n = 19) participants completed 24-week treatment and data collection. Mean differences between groups at 24-week treatment were statistically significant for global cognitive function (MoCA: 2.54 (0.91 to 4.16)), execution (TMT-A: −42.4 (−75.0 to −9.8); TMT-B: −71.3 (−130.6 to −12.1)), memory (immediate recall: 2.11 (0.49 to 3.73); short-term delayed recognition: 2.47 (0.58 to 4.35) and long-term delayed recognition: 1.68(0.18 to 3.17)), attention (response time of alertness: −245.5 (−387 to −104)) and activities of daily living (modified Barthel Index). Conclusion: Regular Baduanjin training is associated with less loss of cognitive function in patients after stroke.