Abstract

Older adults need exercise programs that correspond to age-related changes. Qigong exercise, a type of Chinese traditional medicine exercise, is a gentle low-impact exercise and is safe for older adults. Qigong interventions have resulted in improved psychological well-being, muscle strength, flexibility and balance in Asian adults with chronic conditions. However, little data are available on the effects of Qigong exercise on older adults' health in the United States. The purpose of the study was to explore feasibility, adherence, and preliminary efficacy of an 8-week Qigong exercise intervention in community-dwelling older adults in the United States.

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This dissertation has also been disseminated through the ProQuest Dissertations and Theses database. Dissertation/thesis number: 10583218; ProQuest document ID: 1923434425. The author still retains copyright.

Author Details

Pei-Shiun Chang, PhD, MSN, RN, ACNP-BC

Sigma Membership

Alpha

Type

Dissertation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

Pilot/Exploratory Study

Keywords:

Spiritual Well-Being, Functional Ability, Meditation, Low-Impact Exercise

Advisor

Tish Knobf

Second Advisor

Majorie Funk

Degree

PhD

Degree Grantor

Yale University

Degree Year

2016

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None: Degree-based Submission

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Proxy-submission

Date of Issue

2023-07-12

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