Baduanjin exercise for patients with breast cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Gong, Xiao-Gang; Rong, Guang; Wang, Zhiyong; Zhang, Ayuan; Li, Xiaoke; Wang, Lepeng

doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2022.102886

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“…According to a broad definition, some traditional Chinese Integrative Body-Mind Training (IBMT) regimens, like Tai Chi, Baduanjin, and Qigong, were also included in the category of MBIs ( Creswell, 2017 ). Research has shown that these exercise regimens can benefit practitioners’ physical and mental health ( Zou et al, 2018 ; Li et al, 2019 ; Gong et al, 2022 ; Lin et al, 2022 ). Researchers should continue to explore what modifications are necessary for these IBMT programmes to be delivered online for university students.…”

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Effects of online mindfulness-based interventions on the mental health of university students: A systematic review and meta-analysis

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ObjectivesMental health problems among university students are a cause of widespread concern. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) delivered online have considerable potential to help university students manage mental health challenges. However, there is no consensus regarding the efficacy of online MBIs. This meta-analysis aims to determine whether MBIs are feasible and effective for improving university students’ mental health.MethodsRandomised controlled trials (RCTs) in Web of Science, PubMed, Cochrane Library, Embase and the US National Library of Medicine (Clinical Trial Registry) published through August 31, 2022, were searched. Two reviewers selected the trials, conducted a critical appraisal, and extracted the data. Nine RCTs met our inclusion criteria.ResultsThis analysis showed that online MBIs were effective in improving depression (standardised mean difference [SMD] = −0.27; 95% confidence interval [CI], −0.48 to −0.07; P = 0.008), anxiety (SMD = −0.47; 95% CI, −080 to −0.14; P = 0.006), stress (SMD = −0.58; 95% CI, −0.79 to −0.37; P < 0.00001), and mindfulness (SMD = 0.71; 95% CI, 0.17 to 1.25; p = 0.009) in university students. No significant effect was found on wellbeing (SMD = 0.30; 95% CI, −0.00 to 0.60; P = 0.05).ConclusionThe findings indicated that online MBIs could effectively improve the mental health of university students. Nevertheless, additional rigorously designed RCTs are required.Systematic review registrationhttps://inplasy.com/inplasy-2022-9-0099/, identifier INPLASY202290099.

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“…[ 30 ] Long term regular Baduanjin exercise can improve the basic metabolic rate in a quiet state, increase energy consumption, and affect energy intake. [ 31 ] Another study confirmed that Baduanjin exercise would increase the oxidation of fat, increase the muscle weight, reduce the percentage of body fat, and prevent fat accumulation. [ 32 ] Qigong Baduanjin belongs to aerobic exercise, and its intensity and sequence of exercise conform to the laws of human kinematics, which is safe and reliable.…”

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The effect of Baduanjin exercise on the physical and mental health of college students: A randomized controlled trial

Zhang,

Jiang

2023

Medicine

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Background and purpose: Around the world, college students physical and mental health is deteriorating. Finding practical ways to enhance college students health is crucial. One of the traditional Chinese Qigong exercises is Baduanjin, which is possibly one of the most efficient workout techniques out there. However, it is unknown how Baduanjin practice may affect college students health. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of Qigong Baduanjin on the physical and mental health of female college freshmen. Materials and methods: A total of 78 female college students were recruited and randomly divided into Baduanjin group or control group. Participants in the control group were told to keep their original habits of life and exercise. The Baduanjin exercise group received 12 weeks of Baduanjin exercise, 3 days a week and 1 hour a day. After the 12 week randomized controlled trial, the physical and mental health indexes of female students in Baduanjin group and control group were evaluated, including physical shape, physical function, physical fitness and scl-90 self-assessment scale. Results: Compared with the control group, at the end of the 12 week intervention, the weight, body mass index, diastolic blood pressure, systolic blood pressure, somatization score, obsessive-compulsive disorder score, interpersonal sensitivity score, depression score, anxiety score and phobic anxiety score of Baduanjin group decreased significantly. Compared with the control group, the vital capacity, vital capacity index, Stand test, Genchi test, Stand on 1 leg with closed eyes, standing bends and squats of the Baduanjin group have been significantly improved. Conclusion: Compared with usual activities, Qigong Baduanjin exercise has advantages in improving female college students body shape (weight and body mass index), cardiovascular and respiratory lung function, flexibility, balance ability, muscle endurance and mental health.

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“…The training scheme for the Baduanjin exercise originated from the Health Qigong–Baduanjin, which was published by the General Administration of Sport of China; this is the most popular style in Asia. 29 The whole set of Baduanjin exercises consists of 10 postures: (1) the beginning posture, (2) holding the hands high with palms up to regulate the internal organs, (3) posing like an archer shooting on left and right sides, (4) holding one arm aloft to regulate the functions of the spleen and stomach, (5) looking backward to prevent sickness and strain, (6) swinging the head and lowering the body to relieve stress, (7) moving the hands down to the back and legs, and touching the feet to strengthen the kidneys, (8) thrusting the fists and making the eyes glare to enhance strength, (9) raising and lowering the heels to cure diseases, and (10) the ending posture. The entire Baduanjin exercise routine takes 30 minutes to complete.…”

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Effects of mind-body exercise on body constitution and circadian rhythm in people with suboptimal health status

Kung,

Shen,

et al. 2023

Journal of the Chinese Medical Association

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Background: Suboptimal health status (SHS) is a dynamic state in which people have not been diagnosed with a disease but tend to develop diseases. People with SHS are more prone to conditions such as cardiovascular disease and metabolic syndrome. Suitable interventions in people with SHS can prevent disease development. SHS is correlated with traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)-based constitutions, including Yang-Xu (yang deficiency), Yin-Xu (yin deficiency), and stasis types. The circadian rhythm is a potential biomarker of health and metabolism. Baduanjin exercise, a kind of mind-body exercise, has been regarded to adjust body constitution and metabolism, but few studies have evaluated the effects of Baduanjin exercise on body constitution and circadian rhythms. Therefore, this randomized controlled trial investigated the effects of Baduanjin exercise on body constitution and circadian rhythms in people with SHS. Methods: Seventy-six participants with SHS were divided into the Baduanjin exercise and control groups (watching a Baduanjin video), with the interventions lasting 12 weeks. The Body Constitution Questionnaire (BCQ), Suboptimal Health Status Questionnaire-25 (SHSQ-25), and actigraphy for circadian rhythm measurement were conducted. Results: The scores of SHSQ-25, Yang-Xu, Yin-Xu, and BCQ stasis decreased significantly after 12 weeks in the Baduanjin exercise group, but not in the control group. Interdaily stability of the circadian rhythm increased significantly in the Baduanjin exercise group but not in the control group. Conclusion: This is the first report of improved health status, modulated body constitution and increased interdaily stability of the circadian rhythm in participants with SHS who practiced Baduanjin exercise.

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Baduanjin exercise for patients with breast cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Cited by 19 publications

References 49 publications

Effects of online mindfulness-based interventions on the mental health of university students: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Effects of online mindfulness-based interventions on the mental health of university students: A systematic review and meta-analysis

The effect of Baduanjin exercise on the physical and mental health of college students: A randomized controlled trial

Effects of mind-body exercise on body constitution and circadian rhythm in people with suboptimal health status

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