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Qigong and Musculoskeletal Pain
1Department of Health and Behavior Studies, Program in Health Education, Columbia University, Teachers College, New York, NY, USA. rm226@columbia.edu.
Current Rheumatology Reports
|November 18, 2019
Summary
Qigong practice may help reduce chronic musculoskeletal pain in adults, with few side effects. Further research is needed to confirm its effectiveness and safety for clinical recommendations.
Area of Science:
- Integrative and Complementary Medicine
- Pain Management
- Geriatric Medicine
Background:
- Musculoskeletal pain is a prevalent condition causing significant disability, especially in older adults.
- Chronic pain management remains a challenge, necessitating exploration of diverse therapeutic strategies.
- Qigong, a mind-body exercise, has emerged as a potential intervention for various health conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To critically review recent research on Qigong for chronic musculoskeletal pain.
- To evaluate the efficacy and safety of Qigong in alleviating longstanding pain states.
Main Methods:
- A systematic search of research reports and literature reviews published between 2015 and 2019.
- Analysis of studies focusing on Qigong's impact on diverse forms of musculoskeletal pain.
Main Results:
- Qigong practice shows potential in reducing pain across different chronic pain conditions.
- Observed benefits in pain attenuation vary among individuals and pain types.
- Qigong appears to have a favorable safety profile with minimal reported side-effects.
Conclusions:
- Qigong may serve as a complementary approach for managing chronic musculoskeletal pain.
- Additional rigorous research is required to solidify Qigong's role in clinical practice.
- Evidence supports further investigation into Qigong for recommending safe and effective pain relief strategies.
