Meta-Analysis of the Effect of Fitness Qigong on Depression in College Students

Wenli Mao

doi:10.54691/c0s5r928

Authors

Wenli Mao

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54691/c0s5r928

Keywords:

Fitness Qigong; College Students; Depression; Meta-Analysis.

Abstract

Objective: To evaluate the therapeutic effects of Health Qigong on depression in college students. Methods: A comprehensive search was conducted across databases including CNKI, Wanfang, PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library. Two researchers independently screened literature, extracted data, and assessed quality based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. Meta-analysis was performed using RevMan 5.4 software. Results: A total of 572 relevant articles were retrieved, with 15 meeting the inclusion criteria. Meta-analysis indicated that Health Qigong had a significant effect on alleviating depression in college students compared to control groups. Conclusion: Health Qigong demonstrates potential in improving depression among college students, but the limited number and quality of included studies necessitate further high-quality, large-sample randomized controlled trials for validation.

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