Dao Yin (a.k.a. Qigong): Origin, Development, Potential Mechanisms, and Clinical Applications

Xiaorong Chen, Jiabao Cui, Ru Li, Richard Norton, Joel Park, Jian Kong, Albert Yeung, Xiaorong Chen, Jiabao Cui, Ru Li, Richard Norton, Joel Park, Jian Kong, Albert Yeung

Abstract

Dao Yin is a form of exercise combining physical movements, mental focus, and breathing originated in ancient China. In this review, we introduce the history in the development and the scope of Dao Yin, the relationship between Dao Yin with Taoist culture and Qigong, and the potential mechanisms of how Dao Yin promotes health and alleviate illnesses. Empirical research studies using Dao Yin for treatment of lumbar spondylosis, peripheral musculoskeletal diseases, cervical spondylosis, heart diseases, central nervous system disorders, immunological dysfunction, and psychological disorders are detailed.

Conflict of interest statement

The authors declare that there are no conflicts of interest regarding the publication of this article.

Copyright © 2019 Xiaorong Chen et al.

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Diagram of the interaction of Dao Yin exercise with inflammatory markers and particular brain mechanisms.

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