Body Composition Outcomes of a Qigong Intervention Among Community-Dwelling Aging Adults

Chang, Mei-Ying; Chen, Hsiao-Yu

doi:10.1177/0193945916654907

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“…Chen et al [ 27 ], who conducted a pilot trial of Qigong therapy for 10 cases with arthritis, found improvements in pain and movement disability was decreased as was anxiety for a considerable period of post-Qigong treatment. Also noteworthy is the fact that Qigong participation can benefit body composition positively [ 16 , 28 ], which could be extremely helpful for people with arthritis, who are often excessively overweight. However, according to results of a recent randomized controlled trial that examined the effects of external Qigong therapy for people with knee osteoarthritis, if this form of Qigong is used, the benefits may vary dependent on the characteristics of the healer [ 27 ].…”

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Qigong Exercise and Arthritis

Marks

2017

Medicines

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Background: Arthritis is a chronic condition resulting in considerable disability, particularly in later life. Aims: The first aim of this review was to summarize and synthesize the research base concerning the use of Qigong exercises as a possible adjunctive strategy for promoting well-being among adults with arthritis. A second was to provide related intervention directives for health professionals working or who are likely to work with this population in the future. Methods: Material specifically focusing on examining the nature of Qigong for minimizing arthritis disability, pain and dependence and for improving life quality was sought. Results: Collectively, despite almost no attention to this topic, available data reveal that while more research is indicated, Qigong exercises—practiced widely in China for many centuries as an exercise form, mind-body and relaxation technique—may be very useful as an intervention strategy for adults with different forms of painful disabling arthritis. Conclusion: Health professionals working with people who have chronic arthritis can safely recommend these exercises to most adults with this condition with the expectation they will heighten the life quality of the individual, while reducing pain and depression in adults with this condition.

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Qigong Exercise and Arthritis

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2017

Medicines

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“…Practicing Qigong in groups is commonly undertaken to help promote team building and social support. There is a growing body of evidence for the therapeutic effects of Qigong, with regard to general health benefits, body composition, chronic disease prevention and management [31,32,33]. It is a system of gentle physical exercises and breathing control related to Tai Chi, which could be delivered in a worksite setting, at low cost, individually or with peers.…”

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Move-It: A Cluster-Randomised Digital Worksite Exercise Intervention in China: Outcome and Process Evaluation

Blake

Lai

Coman

et al. 2019

IJERPH

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We evaluate the outcomes and processes of a video and web-based worksite exercise intervention for sedentary office workers in China, in a 2-arm cluster-randomised wait-list control trial (n = 282: intervention (INT) n = 196 and wait-list control (WLC) n = 86). Eligible clusters were two sites of a major organisation in China randomly allocated to each group (INT: Guangzhou; WLC: Beijing); eligible participants were site employees (n = 690). A theoretically informed digital workplace intervention (Move-It) involving a 10 min Qigong exercise session (video demonstration via website) was delivered twice a day at set break times during the working day for 12 consecutive weeks. Individual-level outcomes were assessed. Participants’ physical activity increased significantly from baseline to post-intervention similarly in both the intervention and the control group. There was a significantly smaller increase in weekday sitting hours in intervention than controls (by 4.66 h/week), and work performance increased only in the control group. Process evaluation (including six focus groups) was conducted using the RE-AIM (reach, effectiveness, adoption, implementation and maintenance) framework. The intervention had wide reach and was successfully marketed to all employees with good uptake. The participatory approach increased perceived organisational support and enhanced adoption. The intervention was implemented broadly as planned. Qigong worksite exercise intervention can be successfully delivered to sedentary office workers in China using video and web-based platforms. It may increase physical activity and does not adversely affect perceived work performance. The study highlights the complexity of conducting health promotion research in real-world organisational settings.

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“…Qigong is a form of exercise that is safe and cost-effective (Horowitz, 2009). It is a suitable daily activity for older adults in nursing homes because it consists of slow gentle meditative movements that are low-impact and low-intensity, it is easy to learn, and it can be practiced at almost any location and at any time by all age groups (Chang & Chen, 2016;Kuan et al 2012;Wang et al, 2013). Qigong exercise has been found to reduce depression and to improve self-efficacy and well-being in older adults, also in those with a chronic physical illness (Tsang, Fung, Chan, Lee, & Chan, 2006;Tsang et al, 2013).…”

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Art activities and qigong exercise for the well-being of older adults in nursing homes in Indonesia: a randomized controlled trial

Roswiyani

Hiew²,

Witteman

et al. 2019

Aging & Mental Health

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Objective: This study aims to investigate the effect of an integrated intervention of art activities and Qigong exercise on the well-being of older adults in nursing homes in Indonesia. Method: We employed a randomized controlled trial with 4 specific groups, i.e. art, Qigong, integration of art and Qigong, and control group. A total of 267 participants aged 50 years or older were recruited from 9 nursing homes in Jakarta, Indonesia. The participants were randomly allocated to one of the four groups, attending two intervention sessions per week for eight weeks (16 sessions), lasting 90 minutes each. Measurements were administered at baseline (T 0) and post-intervention (T 1). The primary outcome was well-being (WHOQOL-Bref) and secondary outcomes were satisfaction with life (SWLS), depression (BDI-II), and health status (SF-36). Results: The art intervention had a significant positive effect on well-being, in particular in the domain of social relations. It also led to a decrease in depressive symptoms, as did the integration intervention. No significant effects were visible in the Qigong group nor in the integrated intervention compared to either art or Qigong alone. Conclusion: Interventions such as art programs and an integration of art and Qigong may give psychological benefits to older adults. Yet, results of the study need to be interpreted with caution and need to be replicated. A qualitative approach would be welcome to get an in-depth understanding of why art intervention is especially beneficial. (Trial registration: Clinicaltrials.gov NCT02957773, registered

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Body Composition Outcomes of a Qigong Intervention Among Community-Dwelling Aging Adults

Cited by 11 publications

References 62 publications

Qigong Exercise and Arthritis

Qigong Exercise and Arthritis

Move-It: A Cluster-Randomised Digital Worksite Exercise Intervention in China: Outcome and Process Evaluation

Art activities and qigong exercise for the well-being of older adults in nursing homes in Indonesia: a randomized controlled trial

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