Objective: To explore the effectiveness of Tai Chi on cognitive function in patients with mild cognitive impairment (MCI).
Methods: According to the PRISMA guidelines, randomized controlled trial (RCT) literature on the efficacy of Tai Chi on MCI patients was searched in China National Knowledge Network (CNKI), China Biomedical Literature Database (CBM), Wanfang Data, China Scientific Journal Database (VIP), PubMed, Embase, Duxiu Database, Web of Science and Cochrane Library from their inception to April 2024. The risk of bias in each study was appraised using the Cochrane risk-of-bias tool using Revman 5.
Based on the function of -cleft points and -streams points and in association with the anatomic structure where the acupoints are located, (stimulating meridian at -cleft points) is used for regulating the physical appearance, while (promoting the circulation of -stream points) is for regulating the spirit. The depth and direction of needle insertion are controlled and is determined by muscle twitching so as to relax the muscles. Rehabilitation training is combined to restore the foot proprioceptive sensibility.
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