The Effects of Tai Chi on Lung Function, Exercise Capacity and Health Related Quality of Life for Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Pilot Study

Wang, LianHong; Wu, Kaili; Chen, XiDong; Liu, Qilan

doi:10.1016/j.hlc.2018.05.204

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“…However, no significant difference was observed between COPD subjects performing resistance exercise compared with the non‐resistance training control group in a constant work rate cycle endurance test, unsupported upper extremity exercise test and quality of life questionnaires. This effect was observed primarily in all subjects 22‐34 . This finding suggests that the more contentious the resistance exercise the higher the 6‐minutes walk test results, the better the functional exercise ability in COPD subjects.…”

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“…In a previous study, it was shown that resistance training significantly improved forced expiratory volume in 1 second in COPD patients 9 . The reasons for the effect of resistance exercise on the exercise ability of COPD subjects are likely multifactorial 22‐34 . The associated mechanisms are still not clear, and further studies are needed in this area.…”

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confidence: 96%

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Effects of resistance training on exercise ability in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease subjects: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

Tong

et al. 2021

Int J Clin Pract

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Introduction The resistance exercise effect on the exercise ability in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) subjects has drawn considerable attention. However, the relationship between resistance exercise and the exercise ability of COPD subjects is conflicting. This meta‐analysis was performed to evaluate this relationship. Methods A systematic‐literature search up to July 2020 was performed in OVID, Embase, Cochrane Library, PubMed, Google scholar for randomised control trials reported relationships between resistance exercise and the exercise ability of COPD subjects, and 13 studies were detected with 1286 subjects at the baseline. Mean differences (MD) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated comparing the resistance exercise and the exercise ability of COPD subjects using the continuous method with a random or fixed‐effect model. Results A significantly higher 6‐minutes walk test was observed in subjects performing resistance training (MD, 60.41; 95% CI, 39.97‐80.85, P < .001) compared with non‐resistance training subjects. However, no significant difference was observed between COPD subjects performing resistance exercise compared with non‐resistance training COPD subjects in constant work rate cycle endurance test (MD, 1.59; 95% CI, 0.03‐3.15, P = .05), unsupported upper extremity exercise test (MD, 48.77; 95% CI, −1.20 to 98.75, P < .06) and quality of life questionnaires (MD, −0.62; 95% CI, −2.49 to 1.245, P < .51). Conclusions The resistance exercise significantly increases the 6‐minutes walk test in COPD subjects. However, resistance exercise did not significantly affect the constant work rate cycle endurance test, unsupported upper extremity exercise test and quality of life questionnaires. This relationship forces us to recommend the resistance exercise to improve the 6‐minutes walk test as a simple and easy evaluation of functional exercise ability in COPD subjects.

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Effects of resistance training on exercise ability in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease subjects: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

Tong

et al. 2021

Int J Clin Pract

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“…Although the exact mechanism of Tai Chi treatment of diseases is still not fully clear, the results of clinical research show that Tai Chi has a certain effect on a variety of chronic diseases including COPD, and it is safe with no severe adverse effects. [35–39] We hope this systematic review will provide more reliable evidence in the management of COPD.…”

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Tai Chi for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Gao

Bao

et al. 2019

Medicine

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Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common chronic respiratory disease with increasing morbidity and mortality that cause huge social and economic loss. Although recommended by guidelines, pulmonary rehabilitation has not been widely applied in clinics because of its inherent limitations. Free from restrictions of specific training venues and equipment, Tai Chi, as a kind of pulmonary rehabilitation, has been used to cure the COPD, yet the efficacy and safety of Tai Chi remains to be assessed. In this study, we aim to draw up a protocol for systematic review to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Tai Chi for COPD. Methods: We will search the following electronic databases from inception to December 31, 2018: PubMed, Web of Science, Medline, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Springer, EMBASE, the China National Knowledge Infrastructure Database, Wan Fang Database, the Chinese Scientific Journal Database, and Chinese Biomedical Literature Database. Clinical trial registrations, potential gray literatures, relevant conference abstracts and reference list of identified studies will also be searched. The literature selection, data extraction, and quality assessment will be completed by 2 independent authors. Either the fixed-effects or random-effects model will be used for data synthesis based on the heterogeneity test. Changes in lung function will be evaluated as the primary outcome. Symptom assessment, quality of life (SGRQ), medication usage, exacerbations, and adverse events will be assessed as the secondary outcomes. The RevMan V.5.3.5 will be used for Meta-analysis. Results: This study will provide a synthesis of current evidence of Tai Chi for COPD from several aspects, such as lung function, SGRQ, medication usage, exacerbations, and adverse events. Conclusion: The conclusion of our study will provide updated evidence to judge whether Tai Chi is an effective solution to COPD patients. PROSPERO registration number: PROSPERO CRD42019122791.

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“…First, it is recommended that people with chronic diseases, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, Parkinson disease, and breast cancer, learn t'ai chi or qigong to improve their quality of life. [2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11] Qigong can also improve cognitive function in the early stages of dementia, 12 whereas TCM decoctions can be used as adjuvant treatment for patients with stroke and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, chronic liver disease, chronic heart failure, and chronic or type 2 diabetic kidney disease. [13][14][15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22][23][24][25][26] Second, TCM can improve symptoms.…”

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Traditional Chinese Medicine Could Play an Important Role in Integrative Palliative Care in China

Zeng

Liu

Wang

et al. 2020

The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine

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C hina has a large aging population, and tumorcarrying and senile patients are increasing along with their medical demand. However, China's medical resources are limited. Recently, experts have proposed a new concept called ''integrative palliative care'' (IPC) 1 that aims to improve efficacy of treatment and relieve pain. Similarly, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) also emphasizes improving symptoms and relieving discomfort. It is believed that both approaches will be helpful for meeting increases in medical requirements of elderly patients in China. Similarities Between TCM and IPC Similarity of core ideas Thousands of years ago, the TCM classic ''Inner Canon of Huangdi'' proposed ''heaven and nature united.'' This concept of the harmony between man, community, and nature is similar to holism-recognition of the primacy of body/mind/spirit-and is the foundation of integrative medicine and palliative care. Similarity of understanding of human health TCM focuses on both wellness and quality of life in serious illness, which coincides with the goals of IPC. They both consider the ''whole person'' (mind, body, and spirit).

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The Effects of Tai Chi on Lung Function, Exercise Capacity and Health Related Quality of Life for Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Pilot Study

Cited by 27 publications

References 31 publications

Effects of resistance training on exercise ability in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease subjects: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

Effects of resistance training on exercise ability in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease subjects: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

Tai Chi for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Traditional Chinese Medicine Could Play an Important Role in Integrative Palliative Care in China

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