Effects of Baduanjin Compared to Brisk Walking on Postural Stability and Functional Outcomes in Early to Mid-Stage Parkinson's Disease: A Randomized Controlled Study - Takeaways - MDSpire

Effects of Baduanjin Compared to Brisk Walking on Postural Stability and Functional Outcomes in Early to Mid-Stage Parkinson's Disease: A Randomized Controlled Study

  • By

  • Yinhang Sun

  • Panpan Tian

  • Yibo Xie

  • Yanjie Guo

  • Fengtao Liu

  • Hongxia Xing

  • April 22, 2026

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    Baduanjin significantly improved motor symptoms in early- to mid-stage Parkinson's disease compared to brisk walking after 12 weeks.

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    The Baduanjin group showed greater reductions in anxiety and improvements in cognition and depression compared to the brisk walking group.

  • 3

    Both Baduanjin and brisk walking improved sleep quality and overall quality of life for participants in the study.

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    Baduanjin demonstrated superior gait parameters, including reduced Timed Up and Go duration and improved trunk angular velocity.

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    This study highlights Baduanjin as a safe, accessible non-pharmacological rehabilitation option for Parkinson's disease management.

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Effects of Baduanjin Compared to Brisk Walking on Postural Stability and Functional Outcomes in Early to Mid-Stage Parkinson's Disease: A Randomized Controlled Study

  • by Yinhang Sun, Panpan Tian, Yibo Xie, Yanjie Guo, Fengtao Liu, Hongxia Xing

  • April 22, 2026

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