Effects of Baduanjin exercise on the physical function of middle-aged and elderly people: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

ABSTRACT:

Background and purpose

Chinese mind-body exercise-Baduanjin has received increasing attention for health promotion among middle-aged and older adults in China, but there is a lack of high-quality evidence on its effectiveness. This systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to investigate the effects of Baduanjin on physical function in middle-aged and older adults.

Methods

Seven electronic databases were searched for articles published before 22 June 2021 with the keywords Baduanjin exercise combined with physical-function-related outcomes. Risk of bias was assessed in the included studies, and data were analyzed using Review Manager software V5.3.

Results

Fifteen articles, including 14 randomized controlled trials, were included in this study. The results of

SUBMITTER: Lin H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9901146 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature