Research summary (Tai Chi): Exercise modalities for overall and domain-specific balance performance in older adults: A systematic review and Bayesian network meta-analy - Ageing research reviews, 2026.
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Research summary (Tai Chi): Task-specific cortical modulation induced by Tai Chi during postural control in older adults with diabetic peripheral neuropathy: An fNIRS s - Brain research, 2026.
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Research summary (Qi Gong): Effects of mind-body health qigong exercise on depression severity and cognitive function in older adults at a senior care center: a randomi - Frontiers in public health, 2026.
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Research summary (Tai Chi): Can exercise combined with transcranial direct current stimulation improve cognitive function in older adults? A systematic review and meta- - Frontiers in neuroscience, 2026.
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Research summary (Tai Chi): Effects of mind-body exercises on depressive symptoms in older adults: a comprehensive umbrella review of the evidence. - Frontiers in psychology, 2026.
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Research summary (Electroacupuncture): The effects of electroacupuncture and the Otago Exercise Program in older adults with sarcopenia: A randomized controlled study. - Medicine, 2026.
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Objectives: Few studies comparing the effects of different types of Tai Chi exercises on preventing falls in older adults. We compared the effects for finding an optimal intervention. Methods: We searched 12 databases, including PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, Chinese National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) and so on, from their inception to January 13, …
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Background: Limited research directly compares the clinical effects of different types of mind-body exercises on anxiety and depression in older adults. Therefore, we conducted a systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials that meet the inclusion criteria to explore the intervention effects of five different types of mind-body exercises …
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Background: Falls are a frequent occurrence in older adults in long-term care facilities. Local problem: At our long-term care facility, the percentage of patients who fell increased from 45% in 2021 to 68% in 2022, indicating a need for an evidence-based solution. Methods: We used an evidence-based quality improvement framework to pilot a …
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Background: Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) negatively impacts cognition and dual-task abilities. A physical-cognitive integrated treatment approach could mitigate this risk for dementia. Objective: To compare the effectiveness of cognitively enhanced tai ji quan versus standard tai ji quan or stretching exercise in improving global cognition and reducing dual-task walking costs in older …
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