Qigong and the Treatment of Illness: Recent Case Studies

Biomedical Journal of Scientific & Technical Research, 43(1): 34250-35253 (2022). DOI: 10.26717/BJSTR.2022.43.006852

4 Pages Posted: 11 May 2022

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Robert W. McGee

Fayetteville State University - Department of Accounting

Date Written: April 6, 2022

Abstract

Qigong is a tool of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It has existed for thousands of years and has been used as a natural treatment or remedy for a wide range of illnesses. The present paper reviews some recent studies that have used qigong to treat several illnesses, including back pain, cancer, cognitive impairment, depression and anxiety, fatigue, muscle strength and posture, and Parkinson’s Disease.

Note:
Funding Information: This study was Self-funded.

Declaration of Interests: None to declare.

Keywords: Qigong, tai chi, Traditional Chinese Medicine, TCM, preventive care

JEL Classification: I100, I10, L83, L89, Z20

Suggested Citation

McGee, Robert W., Qigong and the Treatment of Illness: Recent Case Studies (April 6, 2022). Biomedical Journal of Scientific & Technical Research, 43(1): 34250-35253 (2022). DOI: 10.26717/BJSTR.2022.43.006852 , Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=4077146

Robert W. McGee (Contact Author)

Fayetteville State University - Department of Accounting ( email )

Fayetteville, NC 28301
United States

HOME PAGE: http://robertwmcgee.com

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