A study protocol for a randomized controlled trial to assess the effects of Baduanjin exercise on balance impairment in patients with cervical dystonia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Patients with cervical dystonia (CD) commonly exhibit varying degrees of impaired balance, abnormal gait, and increased fear of falling. However, Botulinum toxin-the standard of care-does not substantially improve balance or gait. Baduanjin, a traditional Chinese exercise, improves balance in several neurological disorders, yet its effects in CD remain unknown. This protocol describes a randomized controlled trial evaluating the effects of Baduanjin exercise on balance impairment in patients with CD.

Methods

This prospective randomized controlled trial enrolls CD patients with impaired balance. Eligible participants are randomly allocated (1:1) to either a Baduanjin intervention group or a control group without Baduanjin. The Baduanjin group undergoes a 20-week tr

SUBMITTER: Fan S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12644072 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature