A trial for the use of qigong in the treatment of pre and mild essential hypertension: a study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Park, Ji‐Eun; Liu, Yan; Park, Taeseob; Hong, Sang-hoon; Kim, Jung-Eun; Kim, Ae‐Ran; Jung, So-Young; Park, Hyo-Ju; Choi, Sun-Mi

doi:10.1186/1745-6215-12-244

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“…Before conducting the RCTs for hypertension, we reviewed the methodology and results of the clinical trials of acupuncture, 28 moxibustion 29 and Qigong exercise 30 . From 2011 to 2012, we conducted studies to assess the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture, 31 auricular acupuncture, 32 moxibustion, 20 and qigong33, 34, 35 in patients with prehypertension or stage I hypertension. After 8 weeks of acupuncture treatment, there was a significant difference in DBP (−5.7 mmHg, p = 0.025) but not SBP (−6.0 mmHg, p = 0.123) between the acupuncture group and nontreated control group 31 .…”

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Moxibustion for prehypertension and stage I hypertension: a pilot randomized controlled trial

Shin

Park

Yook

et al. 2019

Integrative Medicine Research

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BackgroundPrehypertension and hypertension are associated with cardiovascular disease, ischemic heart disease, and stroke morbidity. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of moxibustion in patients with prehypertension or hypertension.MethodsForty-five subjects with prehypertension or stage I hypertension were randomized into three groups: moxibustion treatment group A (2 sessions/week for 4 weeks), moxibustion treatment group B (3 sessions/week for 4 weeks), and control group (nontreated group). The primary outcome measure was the change in blood pressure after 4 weeks of treatment. Safety was assessed at every visit.ResultsThere were no significant differences in systolic blood pressure (SBP) or diastolic blood pressure (DBP) among three groups after 4 weeks of treatment (p = 0.4798 and p = 0.3252, respectively). In treatment group B, there was a significant decrease in SBP and DBP from baseline to 4 weeks of treatment (mean difference (MD) −9.55; p = 0.0225, MD −7.55; p = 0.0098, respectively). There were no significant differences among groups in secondary outcome measures after 4 weeks of treatment. Six adverse events (AEs) in the treatment group A and 12 AEs in the treatment group B occurred related to the moxibustion treatment.ConclusionIn conclusion, the results of this study show that moxibustion (3 sessions/week for 4 weeks) might lower blood pressure in patients with prehypertension or stage I hypertension and treatment frequency might affect effectiveness of moxibustion in BP regulation. Further randomized controlled trials with a large sample size on prehypertension and hypertension should be conducted.Trial registrationThis study was registered with the ‘Clinical Research Information Service (CRIS)’, Republic of Korea (KCT0000469), and the protocol for this study was presented orally at the 15th International Council of Medical Acupuncture and Related Techniques (ICMART) in Athens, 25–27 May 2012.

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Moxibustion for prehypertension and stage I hypertension: a pilot randomized controlled trial

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Park

Yook

et al. 2019

Integrative Medicine Research

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“…[ 38 – 40 ] Qi denotes vital energy that can sustain human well-being and assist in healing, and Gong means practice or skill. [ 38 , 67 , 68 ] In the current definitions of Qigong [ 66 ] : “Qigong is the skill of body–mind exercise that integrates the 3 adjustments of body, breath, mind into ‘one’.” According to the philosophy of TCM, Qigong training is designed to strengthen and circulate the Qi (vital energy) of the overall body along the energy channels (meridians) [ 38 , 39 , 44 – 46 ] based on integrating the 3 adjustments of body, breath, and mind into “one.” [ 38 , 66 ] Thus, practicing Qigong simultaneously trains the body, breath, mind, and Qi (vital energy) for the benefits of physical, psychological, and spiritual health. Liuzijue Qigong, also call Six Syllable Formula, is an ancient health practice and breathing exercise Qigong (Tu-Na) in China passed down from ancient times, reinforces that the Qi plays an important role in health exercise.…”

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Effect of Liuzijue Qigong on patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Guo

et al. 2018

Medicine

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Background:Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide with a substantial and increasing social and economic burden. Liuzijue Qigong is a kind of traditional Chinese Qigong exercises that Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners prescribe to individuals with COPD to strengthen the internal organs’ function. Liuzijue Qigong was recommended for use in COPD rehabilitation, and some clinical trials indicate that Liuzijue Qigong would produce better functional capacity and quality of life of individuals with COPD. The objective of this study is to conduct a systematic review of the existing studies to assess effectiveness and safety of Liuzijue Qigong for the prevention or treatment of COPD in patients.Methods:We will perform the comprehensive literature search in English and Chinese electronic database. The publication period will be from inception to the search date. In addition, the clinical trial registries, dissertations, informal publication, grey literature, reference lists of studies, systematic reviews, and conference abstracts will also be collected. Two reviewers will identify relevant studies, extract data information, and then assess the methodical quality by the Cochrane risk of bias assessment tool. Only randomized controlled trials comparing Liuzijue Qigong against other intervention or nonintervention will be included. Data will be synthesized by either fixed-effect or random-effect model regarding to a heterogeneity test. The routine lung function, arterial blood gas tensions, partial pressure of carbon dioxide, functional capacity, 30 seconds sit-to-stand test, respiratory function, maximal inspiration pressure, maximal expiratory pressure, airway resistance, and specific airway conductance will be assessed as primary outcomes. The secondary outcomes involved dyspnea, and fatigue levels, respiratory muscle strength, upper and lower limb muscle strength, handgrip strength test, and health-related quality of life and safety. Meta-analysis will be performed by using Cochrane's Review Manager software (version 5.3.5).Results:This systematic review and meta-analysis will provide a high-quality synthesis and evaluate the efficacy and safety based on current relevant literature evidence of Liuzijue Qigong intervention for COPD patient.Conclusion:Our systematic review will provide evidence to determine whether Liuzijue Qigong is an effective and safe approach to prevention and treatment of COPD patients.

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“…Each Dongeui qigong class lasted 50 minutes and consisted of a warm-up (15 minutes), main qigong treatment (25 minutes), and a cool-down (10 minutes) portion. Details of Dongeui qigong have been reported in a previous study by this research team [10]. However, in this study, the warm-up and cool-down exercise times were extended to focus on stabilization of autonomic nervous system activity.…”

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The Effect of Dongeui Qigong for Prehypertension and Mild Essential Hypertension

Park

Kim

Jung

et al. 2017

Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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Although several previous studies have reported the effect of qigong on lowering blood pressure, rigorous trials are lacking. Studies evaluating the effect of qigong on prehypertension are also scarce. This study aimed to assess the effect of qigong on prehypertension and mild hypertension. Participants with prehypertension or mild hypertension were randomized to the Dongeui qigong group or a nontreated control group. In the qigong group, Dongeui qigong was administered 5 times/week for 12 weeks. The control group did not receive any intervention for blood pressure control. Fifty-two participants were included in this study. Even though diastolic blood pressure was significantly reduced in the qigong group after 8 weeks (p = 0.04) compared to baseline, the difference in change in blood pressure between the qigong and control groups was not significant. There were no significant differences in quality of life between the qigong and control groups. Dongeui qigong is not significantly effective in pre/mild hypertension compared with controls. This result could be due to a lack of effect of qigong or caused by other factors, such as the type of qigong, target symptoms, inappropriate sample size, and compliance of participants. Trial Registration. This trial is registered with KCT0001397 (Clinical Research Information Service).

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A trial for the use of qigong in the treatment of pre and mild essential hypertension: a study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Cited by 7 publications

References 18 publications

Moxibustion for prehypertension and stage I hypertension: a pilot randomized controlled trial

Moxibustion for prehypertension and stage I hypertension: a pilot randomized controlled trial

Effect of Liuzijue Qigong on patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

The Effect of Dongeui Qigong for Prehypertension and Mild Essential Hypertension

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