Home-based traditional Chinese exercise for knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Home-based traditional Chinese exercise (TCE) has been proven to be a promising method for improving knee function in patients with knee osteoarthritis (KOA). However, no consensus has been reached among studies on its effectiveness. The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of the home-based TCE, including Tai Chi, Baduanjin, Yijinjing, and Wuqinxi, for improving knee function, pain, quality of life, and mental health in patients with KOA.

Methods

Eight electronic databases including PubMed, The Cochrane Library, EMBASE, Web of Science, CNKI, Wanfang, VIP, and SinoMed were systematically searched for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) from their inception to February 2025. Two reviewers independently extracted data and assessed methodological quali

SUBMITTER: Wang W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12454440 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature