Effect of Elastic-band Baduanjin exercise on older adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus in China: protocol for a randomised controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

In China, older adults have the highest incidence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Bone, joint and physical endurance limit the types of exercise available to older adults with T2DM. Baduanjin is recommended and encouraged as an exercise option. However, Baduanjin exercise alone cannot account for the loss of muscle mass. Resistance training is recommended in the guidelines and offers new options for increasing muscle strength. The purpose of this study is to compare the effects of Elastic-band Baduanjin exercise training with those of Baduanjin alone.

Methods and analysis

This study is a reworking exercise programme, consisting of Baduanjin combined with elastic band resistance exercise training. A 12-week randomised controlled trial will be conducted. Patie

SUBMITTER: Wang H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10582973 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature