Qigong and a Tale of Two Back Complaints

Baumgarden, Joseph; Klein, Penelope J.; Picard, George

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“…A comparative study reflected statistically and clinically significant results towards using Qigong as low back pain treatment [ 3 ]. A favoured Qigong workout set consisting of 24 postures is used to treat back discomfort [ 4 ]. Positive outcomes are recorded with clinically significant and symptomatic relief with the use of Qigong Practice.…”

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“…Qigong has proved its metal by delivering a promising and beneficial exercise regime for people suffering from chronic arthritis. Qigong regimen is widely being practiced in China since centuries as a useful intervention strategy for individuals having painful conditions, problematic arthritis, anxiety and stress [ 4 ]. When discussing arthritis, osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis.…”

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“…Poor posture and bad dietary intake are the leading reasons for musculoskeletal alterations. Qigong relaxes the body and mind of an individual when performed accurately in sequence of sets designed as Qigong regime [ 4 ].…”

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Evading Musculoskeletal Conditions Using Qigong as a Rescue Technique

Mehta,

Chahal,

Malik

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Classically, Qigong is a Chinese technique that has been practiced in China for the past 3,000 years for healing the inner self. Qigong, wherein “Qi” means body energy and “Gong” denotes cultivation, regulates the energy flow in the body. The Qigong technique comprises a package of deep breathing training, gentle and rhythmic movement, and muscle-strengthening exercises that heal the body to activate one’s internal soul energy. It has demonstrated its efficacy by inducing relaxation, building up stamina, strengthening immunity, appreciating muscle conditioning, and minimizing anxiety and depression. Furthermore, it has been beneficial in improving awareness of joint and movement senses. Specifically, Qigong brings healing by regulating energy flow in the whole-body systems. Moreover, it has exhibited a variety of regenerating effects by inducing emotional and mental relaxation. In today’s world, Qigong exercises are being used for treating musculoskeletal disorders that are work- and stress-related by nature. Qigong is practiced globally as deep breathing exercises, and meditation is practiced for peace of mind and spirituality, whereas vigorous practice includes martial arts.

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Evading Musculoskeletal Conditions Using Qigong as a Rescue Technique

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“…The cases reported here involve heterogenous presentations with respect to pain diagnoses, durations and comorbidities, yet all report remarkable and multiple health benefits from extended practice of qigong. Additional case reports attest to remarkable health benefits in chronic pain conditions with long-term qigong practice [16][17][18]. The merit of reporting such real-world experiences is that clinical trials do not examine durations of practice such as those encountered here due to multiple pragmatic factors.…”

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Case Series of Multiple Health Benefits in Those Undertaking Extended Qigong Practice as a Complementary Self-care Practice in an Outpatient Pain Clinic

Curry¹,

Pike²,

Marcon³

et al. 2019

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Background: Qigong, traditional Chinese mind-body practices, is currently receiving increasing attention with exploration of what it is and what it does. Common elements include postures and movement, attention to breathing, and mental instructions. There is a growing literature on the health benefits of qigong in chronic pain and other conditions, and an intervention that provides benefit in multiple domains is particularly important for clinical practice. In this report, we present a case series of six individuals who engaged in extended qigong practice over the course of at least 4 and up to 11 years, with data derived from an observational trial which evaluated effects of qigong practice on pain, mood, sleep, fatigue, quality of life and overall health in patients attending an outpatient pain management clinic. Methods: Participants attended weekly qigong classes as a voluntary, complementary practice for chronic pain management, and were encouraged to practice regularly at home. Qualitative data were collected prospectively over a series of sessions. Participant narratives were reviewed and those with extended practice histories were included in our case series. Results: Qualitative commentary reflected the richness and heterogeneity of benefits achieved in all studied health domains. Three primary themes were identified: 1) Direct benefits of qigong practice include improvements in pain, pain control, sleep, and other health areas; 2) Regular qigong practice improves quality of life, increases energy and activity, improves mood, and decreases use of medications; 3) Qigong practice cultivates an improved outlook on life and the future as an overall effect. Conclusions: This case series reveals multiple health benefits of extended qigong practice. Given that these occurred in those who practiced the most, one of the barriers to potential health benefits achieved by qigong is commitment to the practice. In appropriate circumstances, health care professionals can recommend qigong as a complementary practice for successful chronic pain management.

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Qigong and Musculoskeletal Pain

Marks

2019

Curr Rheumatol Rep

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Qigong and a Tale of Two Back Complaints

Cited by 6 publications

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Evading Musculoskeletal Conditions Using Qigong as a Rescue Technique

Evading Musculoskeletal Conditions Using Qigong as a Rescue Technique

Case Series of Multiple Health Benefits in Those Undertaking Extended Qigong Practice as a Complementary Self-care Practice in an Outpatient Pain Clinic

Qigong and Musculoskeletal Pain

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