Summarized by Masters of Longevity from Frontiers - Health.
Reports a systematic review and meta-analysis assessing Baduanjin-based pulmonary rehabilitation effects on exercise capacity, mood, and sleep in elderly stable COPD patients.
Key Takeaways
- Nine controlled studies with 897 participants were pooled in the meta-analysis.
- Baduanjin interventions increased 6-minute walk distance with SMD = 1.419 compared to controls.
- Baduanjin reduced anxiety, depression, and improved sleep quality with SMDs near −1.0 to −1.35.
