Tai Chi and Qigong for cancer-related symptoms and quality of life: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Wayne, Peter M.; Lee, M.S.; Novakowski, James; Osypiuk, Kamila; Ligibel, JA; Carlson, Linda E.; Song, Rhayun

doi:10.1007/s11764-017-0665-5

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“…5 This phenomenon may be explained by the fact that elderly people in China prefer walking as their main transportation while in Western countries driving by the elderly may be more common. 33 The hospital length of stay post-surgery observed in our study was similar to that previously reported in Western countries (8 [7][8][9][10][11][12][13] days). 34 Twenty-one percent of eligible participants who were contacted about the study consented to participation.…”

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A 12-Week Multi-Modal Exercise Program: Feasibility of Combined Exercise and Simplified 8-Style Tai Chi Following Lung Cancer Surgery

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Cao

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Integr Cancer Ther

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Objective: To assess the feasibility, safety, and preliminary effect of a 12-week multi-modal rehabilitation program targeted at improving health-related quality of life and physical activity levels of patients with lung cancer following treatment. Methods: Patients with stage I to IIIA non-small cell lung cancer were included 6 to 12 weeks following completion of treatment. The intervention comprised of aerobic exercise (brisk walking), resistance training and 8-style Tai Chi. The 12-week program included 2 supervised center-based sessions per week of 90 minutes duration and home-based exercise. The primary outcomes were the feasibility and safety of the intervention. Secondary outcomes (assessed pre and post program) were physical and patient-reported outcomes. Results: Seventy-eight patients were approached during the 6-month recruitment period and 17 (22%) consented to the study. Eight participants (47%) met the definition of adherence to the program (attending at least 70% of supervised sessions). No serious adverse events occurred. A significant reduction in anxiety and depression was observed post-program. In addition, improvements in respiratory function, sleep quality, and some health-related quality of life domains were observed post-program. There were no significant differences in functional capacity or physical activity levels. Conclusion: This multi-modal exercise training program was safe, although the feasibility of the program in its current state is not supported given the low consent rate and low adherence to the intervention.

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A 12-Week Multi-Modal Exercise Program: Feasibility of Combined Exercise and Simplified 8-Style Tai Chi Following Lung Cancer Surgery

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Cao

et al. 2020

Integr Cancer Ther

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“…Our findings are consistent with prior systematic reviews suggesting differences in symptom change based on class type. 5,11,12 For example, one systematic review reported evidence that both TC and QG contributed to improvements in fatigue, mental health, and quality of life, with TC but not QG contributing to improvement in anxiety. 24 We found that for both patients and caregivers, only QG contributed to clinically significant improvement in fatigue (≥1 point change); however, there were no statistically significant differences between QG and TC.…”

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Effects of Center-Based Delivery of Tai Chi and Qi Gong Group Classes on Self-Reported Symptoms in Cancer Patients and Caregivers

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Background: There is increasing interest in complementary approaches such as Tai Chi (TC) and Qi Gong (QG) in oncology settings. We explored the effects of TC/QG delivered in group classes at a comprehensive cancer center. Methods: Patients and caregivers who participated in TC or QG completed assessments before and after an in-person group class. Assessments included questions about expectancy/satisfaction and common cancer symptoms (Edmonton Symptom Assessment Scale [ESAS]). ESAS distress subscales analyzed included global (GDS), physical (PHS), and psychosocial (PSS). Results: Three hundred four participants (184 patients, 120 caregivers) were included in the analysis. At baseline, caregivers had a greater expectancy for change in energy level as a result of class participation compared with patients (22.9% vs 9.9%). No significant difference was observed between baseline patient and caregiver PSS. Clinically significant improvement in well-being was observed among patients in TC classes (1.0) and caregivers in QG classes (1.2). For fatigue, patients (1.4) and caregivers (1.0) participating in QG experienced clinically significant improvement. Both TC and QG classes were associated with clinically significant improvements (ESAS GDS decrease ≥3) in global distress for patients (TC = 4.52, SD= 7.6; QG = 6.05, SD = 7.9) and caregivers (TC = 3.73, SD = 6.3; QG = 4.02, SD = 7.8). Eighty-nine percent of participants responded that their expectations were met. Conclusions: Patients and caregivers participating in TC or QG group classes were satisfied overall and experienced significant improvement in global distress. Additional research is warranted to explore the integration of TC and QG in the delivery of supportive cancer care.

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“…Auch regelmäßige Kneipp-Güsse oder Bürstenmassagen zur Kreislaufanregung können helfen, das Körpergefühl zu verbessern. Außerdem gibt es Hinweise für einen positiven Effekt von Akupunktur [13] und Entspannungsverfahren [45] auf das Fatigue-Syndrom.…”

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2020

Deutsche Zeitschrift für Onkologie

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ZusammenfassungIn der supportiven Onkologie werden zunehmend Verfahren aus dem Bereich der Naturheilkunde ergänzend eingesetzt, um Nebenwirkungen zu lindern. Dieser Artikel gibt eine Übersicht der wichtigsten Symptome und beschreibt anhand dessen komplementäre Therapiemöglichkeiten, die sich in Studien beziehungsweise in der Praxis bewährt haben.

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Tai Chi and Qigong for cancer-related symptoms and quality of life: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract: TCQ shows promise in addressing cancer-related symptoms and QOL in cancer survivors.

Cited by 163 publications

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A 12-Week Multi-Modal Exercise Program: Feasibility of Combined Exercise and Simplified 8-Style Tai Chi Following Lung Cancer Surgery

A 12-Week Multi-Modal Exercise Program: Feasibility of Combined Exercise and Simplified 8-Style Tai Chi Following Lung Cancer Surgery

Effects of Center-Based Delivery of Tai Chi and Qi Gong Group Classes on Self-Reported Symptoms in Cancer Patients and Caregivers

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