Functional and Psychosocial Effects of Health <i>Qigong</i> in Patients with COPD: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Ng, Bobby Hin-Po; Tsang, Hector W.H.; Jones, Alice; So, CT; Mok, Thomas

doi:10.1089/acm.2010.0215

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“…All the included trials except one 12 described the details involving the duration, frequencies, and session length of the interventions. Seven trials measured the outcomes for 3 months, [9][10][11][12][13][14][15] while the other three trials measured outcomes for 6 months 16,17 11,18 to two sessions per day and 7 days per week. 15 One trial made the patients self-practice t'ai chi and qigong daily after the supervised sessions.…”

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Effectiveness of T'ai Chi and Qigong on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Ding

Zhang²,

Ke-jian³

et al. 2014

The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine

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Purpose: The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of Chinese traditional exercise such as t'ai chi and qigong (TCQ) on patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Methods: All prospective, randomized, controlled clinical trials, published in English or Chinese and involving the use of TCQ by patients with COPD, were searched in 10 electronic databases from their respective inceptions to July 2012. The methodological quality of all studies was assessed using the Jadad score. The selection of studies, data extraction, and quality assessment were performed independently by two raters. Results: In the results, 10 trials met the inclusion criteria and were reviewed. The meta-analysis demonstrated that compared with no exercise, TCQ had significant effects on 6-minute walk distance, forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1), predicted FEV1 percentage, and St. George's Respiratory Questionnaire score. There were no significant differences in all outcomes between TCQ and other exercise training except 6-minute walk distance. Conclusions: In conclusion, TCQ might be beneficial with respect to physical performance, lung function, remission of dyspnea, and quality of life in patients with COPD; however, caution is needed to draw a firm conclusion because of the low methodological quality of the included trials.

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Effectiveness of T'ai Chi and Qigong on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Ding

Zhang²,

Ke-jian³

et al. 2014

The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine

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“…Intention-to-treat analysis for missing data was not employed in three studies [35,37,38]. One study [51] reported more than 15% attrition rate, along with the unclear description of point measure and measures of variability.…”

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“…Only two studies [51,52] used isolated Baduanjin training to compare with other control conditions. Intervention duration in Baduanjin training varied greatly across studies selected, ranging from 3 to 12 months.…”

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Mind-Body (Baduanjin) Exercise Prescription for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease:A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis

Liu¹,

Lin²,

Li³

et al. 2018

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Baduanjin exercise is a traditional Chinese health-Qigong routine, created by an ancient physician for health promotion. Its mild-to-moderate exercise intensity is suitable for individuals with medical conditions. Recently, a large number of trials were conducted to investigate the effects of Baduanjin exercise in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It needs to be determined whether Baduanjin exercise prescription is beneficial for the management of COPD patients. Thus, we conducted a systematic review to objectively evaluate the existing literature on this topic. We searched six databases (PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, Scopus, CNKI, and Wanfang) from its inception till early May, 2018. The adapted PEDro scale was used for study quality assessment of all randomized controlled trials (RCT). The pooled effect size (Hedge's g) of exercise capability (6-Minute Walking Test, 6-MWT), lung function parameters (forced expiratory volume in first second, FEV1; forced volume vital capacity, FVC; FEV1/FVC ratio), and quality of life were calculated based on the random-effects model. Twenty may potentially improve exercise capability and pulmonary function of COPD patients as well as quality of life. Baduanjin exercise could be tentatively prescribed for COPD in combination with the conventional rehabilitation program to quicken the process of recovery. To confirm the positive effects of Baduanjin exercise for COPD patients, future researchers need to consider our suggestions mentioned in this article.

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“…At the end of the trial, there were no significant differences between the two groups. [44] Cineole (Eucalyptus, Myrtaceae) has positive effects on the beat frequency of the cilia and bronchodilation, it may show positive influence on the exacerbations of COPD and lung function tests. Patients who received 200 mg of cineole tablets three times a day had a reduction of exacerbations such as dyspnea and improvements of lung function and health status.…”

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“…Patients who received 200 mg of cineole tablets three times a day had a reduction of exacerbations such as dyspnea and improvements of lung function and health status. [44] • Astragalus (Milk Vetch Root, Huang Qi, Leguminosae) and Codonopsis pilosula are used for their immune modulatory and anti-inflammatory effects. The effects of Astragalus polysaccharides (APS) and C. pilosula polysaccharides on alveolar macrophage (AM) phagocytosis and inflammation in COPD.…”

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Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) are well known chronic inflammatory respiratory disease affecting millions of people worldwide. Asthma originates in childhood, is associated with allergies and related toeosinophils, whereas, COPD occurs in adults who smoke, due to involvement of neutrophils. The current allopathic system of medicine aim to alleviate symptoms rather than cure, basically these treatments includes anti-inflammatory therapy, corticosteroids, and bronchodilators. Over use of some therapies can lead to adverse effects among patients, such as pneumonia and cardiac comorbidities. Nowadays, the interest of people diverts toward the area of phytomedicine. Phytomedicine is a plant-based traditional medical practice which provides an alternative source or as an add-on therapy to the existing one. Some herbs, such as Khella and Lobelia are widely used as vasodilators and bronchodilators having no side effects. This review focuses on recent human clinical trials using plant-based medicines for treatment of asthma and COPD.

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Functional and Psychosocial Effects of Health Qigong in Patients with COPD: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Abstract: This RCT provided some evidence to support the positive effect of HQG as an adjunct home exercise for rehabilitation among people with COPD and to support further related research.

Cited by 64 publications

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Effectiveness of T'ai Chi and Qigong on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Effectiveness of T'ai Chi and Qigong on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Mind-Body (Baduanjin) Exercise Prescription for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease:A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis

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