Effects of different types of Tai Chi intervention on motor function in older adults: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Tai Chi (TC) is widely acknowledged for its positive impact on improving motor function in older adults. Nevertheless, limited research has directly compared the effects of different TC styles on older adults with functional impairments.

Objective

This study aimed to assess the impact of different TC styles on motor function in older adults with functional impairments.

Method

We searched five databases-PubMed, Scopus, Chinese National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), Web of Science, and Wiley Online Library-including studies published up to September 2024. The selection of literature adhered to PRISMA guidelines, with quality assessment independently carried out by two researchers.

Results

Fourteen studies met the inclusion criteria for this review.

SUBMITTER: Fan X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11754367 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature