The wellbeing of children is influenced by various factors, including physical activity, nutrition, and mental health. Qigong, a therapeutic practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine, has shown potential benefits for both physical and mental health. Wu Qin Xi, a specific set of Qigong exercises, is attributed to Hua Tuo, a renowned ancient Chinese physician. With roots in shamanic practices, Wu Qin Xi aims to connect practitioners with nature’s transformative forces to achieve therapeutic goals.
Materials and Methods:
This systematic review explores the effects of Wu Qin Xi on children’s health and wellbeing. A systematic literature search across multiple databases yielded a total of eight relevant studies.
Results:
The results indicate promising benefits of Wu Qin Xi for children’s health. In autism spectrum disorder, improvements were observed in behavior and sensory integration. In asthma, Wu Qin Xi led to enhanced lung function and improved quality of life. Similarly, children with lobar pneumonia experienced better pulmonary function and shorter hospital stays. In children with spinal abnormalities, this Qigong technique improved mobility and posture. In addition, Wu Qin Xi showed potential for reducing stress levels and improving cognitive abilities. However, the quality of the included studies varied, with limitations such as small sample sizes and mixed intervention approaches.
Conclusion:
While Wu Qin Xi holds promise as a complementary therapy for managing various conditions in children, further research with improved study designs and larger sample sizes is warranted to validate its effectiveness comprehensively.
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