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Comparison of the effects of different traditional Chinese exercises on improving the motor function of stroke survivors: a network meta-analysis and systematic review

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  • Runze Wang

  • Baicheng Ning

  • Shuangying Yang

  • Mingquan Li

  • June 24, 2026

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    Traditional Chinese exercises are used as adjunctive rehabilitation therapies for stroke survivors with motor impairments.

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    The network meta-analysis included 50 RCTs with 3,718 participants to evaluate the effectiveness of various traditional Chinese exercises.

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    Tai Chi and Wuqinxi significantly improved upper-extremity motor function compared to standard care, while Baduanjin, Tai Chi, and Wuqinxi improved lower-extremity function.

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    All four exercise modalities led to significant improvements in balance function and activities of daily living.

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    Tai Chi ranked highest for improving upper-extremity function, Wuqinxi for lower-extremity function, Yijinjing for balance, and Baduanjin for activities of daily living.

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Comparison of the effects of different traditional Chinese exercises on improving the motor function of stroke survivors: a network meta-analysis and systematic review

  • by Runze Wang, Baicheng Ning, Shuangying Yang, Mingquan Li

  • June 24, 2026

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