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The Effect of Baduanjin Qigong on Lower Limb Strength and Balance in Elderly Patients with Fibromyalgia
Heiresh Saeed Ali , Razieh Khanmohammadi * , Elahe Arabameri , Ina Shaw , Brandon Shaw
Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Science, University of Urmia, Urmia, Iran , r.khanmohamadi@urmia.ac.ir
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Introduction: There is a pressing need for effective and sustainable exercise training methods that enhance balance and lower limb strength in elderly patients suffering from fibromyalgia. This study aimed to explore the effect of Baduanjin Qigong on balance and lower limb strength in this demographic. Materials and Methods: A total of thirty-four elderly female patients with fibromyalgia were recruited through convenience sampling and allocated into two intervention groups: Baduanjin Qigong (BQG) and a walking group. Physical performance was assessed at baseline and after 12 weeks using the Berg Balance Scale and measurements of muscle strength. Results: The results showed that Hip Flexion Strength, Hip extension strength, plantar flexion strength, and balance were more in the BQG group than in the walking group, but ankle dorsiflexion Strength was more in the walking group compared to the BQG group. Conclusion: The findings of this study suggest that Baduanjin Qigong exercises are beneficial for enhancing balance and lower limb strength, offering a secure and sustainable exercise option for elderly individuals with fibromyalgia. Nonetheless, further research is required to substantiate the effects of Baduanjin Qigong.
 
Keywords: Exercise, Rehabilitation, Mind-Body Therapies
     
Type of Study: Research --- Open Access, CC-BY-NC | Subject: Neurorehabilation
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