Effects of Baduanjin exercise on cognitive impairment in older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cognitive impairment in older adults poses a growing burden on global healthcare systems, especially in resource-limited communities. Baduanjin exercise, a low-cost traditional Chinese mind-body exercise, demonstrates considerable potential for assisting older adults in managing cognitive impairment. However, there is no consensus regarding its efficacy. This meta-analysis aimed to assess the feasibility and effectiveness of Baduanjin exercise in ameliorating cognitive impairment in older adults.

Methods

Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published through January 30, 2025, were searched in PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, Embase, ClinicalTrials.gov, and Chinese databases (CSTJ, CNKI, Wanfang). Two reviewers independently conducted trial selection, asses

SUBMITTER: Gong XG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12267035 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature