Community <i>qigong</i> for People with Multiple Sclerosis: A Pragmatic Feasibility Study

Buttolph, Lita; Corn, Joshua; Hanes, David A.; Bradley, Ryan; Senders, Angela

doi:10.1089/acm.2020.0481

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“…It is important to note that self-reported physical benefits were not captured in this quantitative analysis of validated outcome measures, although some quantitative within-group improvements in mental health and fatigue were observed after 10 weeks of qigong. 37 This discrepancy could be explained by reporting bias, or other factors such as the lack of sensitivity of the quantitative outcome measures in capturing effects. Another possibility is that participants experienced improvements immediately after qigong class but these were not sustained over time.…”

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“…More details about this recruitment strategy can be found elsewhere. 37 The study was conducted from January 2017 to March 2018. The study protocol was approved by the National University of Natural Medicine institutional review board and registered with (CTR#: NCT04585659).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Quantitative results are reported elsewhere. 37 To better understand how participants responded to the qigong intervention, qualitative data were collected about participants' experience with the study through an exit survey administered within 1 week of their last qigong class. Table 1 provides a list of the qualitative questions that were analyzed from the exit survey.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…A mixed methods randomized control pragmatic feasibility trial of community qigong for people with MS was conducted. 37 As part of the study, qualitative data were collected to capture participant perspectives about the qigong intervention.…”

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Participant Perspectives on Community Qigong for People with Multiple Sclerosis

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Introduction: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder affecting motor and nonmotor function including physical and cognitive decline, fatigue, anxiety, and depression. Qigong is a mind–body self-care practice with the potential to address MS symptoms. Publicly available community qigong classes may provide opportunities for people with MS to access qigong, but little is known about the risks and benefits. A mixed methods study of community qigong was conducted for people with MS. In this article, the results of this qualitative analysis to identify benefits and challenges faced by people with MS attending community qigong classes were presented. Methods: Qualitative data were collected from an exit survey of 14 study participants with MS who enrolled in a pragmatic trial of community qigong classes for 10 weeks. Participants were new to community-based classes offered but some had experience with qigong/tai chi/other martial arts or yoga. Data were analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis. Results and Discussion: Seven common themes were identified from this analysis: (1) physical function, (2) motivation/energy, (3) learning, (4) dedicating time for self, (5) meditation/centering/focus, (6) relaxation/stress relief, and (7) psychological/psychosocial. These themes reflected both positive and negative experiences with community qigong classes and home practice. Self-reported benefits centered around improved flexibility, endurance, energy, and focus; stress relief; and psychological/psychosocial benefits. Challenges included physical discomfort including short-term pain, balance difficulty, and heat intolerance. Conclusion: The qualitative findings provide evidence to support qigong as a self-care practice that may benefit people with MS. The challenges identified in the study will help to inform future clinical trials of qigong for MS. Trial Registration: (CTR#: NCT04585659).

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“…The feasibility of regular use of exercises as part of the rehabilitation program for these patients has been substantiated. [55][56][57][58][59] Methods of TCM are generally shown in the following table (Table 1).…”

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The Value of Traditional Medicine Should not be Underestimated—Traditional Chinese Medicine in Treatment of Autoimmune Diseases

Novikov,

Akopyan

2024

Chinese Medicine and Culture

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Autoimmune diseases of the nervous system (ADNS) are characterized by the formation of a pronounced neurologic deficit and often lead to disability. The attention of doctors and researchers is increasingly attracted by complementary medicine as adjuvant or preventive therapy for various diseases, including autoimmune diseases. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is a combination of treatment methods that include acupuncture, herbal medicine, dietetics, physical exercises, and other methods that are often used in conjunction with recognized approaches of official medical science. The article describes the application of TCM techniques in autoimmune diseases of the nervous system, and demonstrates clinical experience in the use of acupuncture, herbal medicine, diets and physical exercises. Traditional and complementary medicine is an important and often underestimated healthcare resource, especially in the prevention and treatment of autoimmune diseases of the nervous system.

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