Last updated June 19, 2026
Key finding
Taichi training significantly improved pulmonary diffusion capacity.
This study investigated the impact of 24-week Taichi training on pulmonary diffusion capacity and glycemic control in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, finding significant improvements in several health markers.
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Medium-Term (3–12 mo)
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Study focus
This study investigated the impact of 24-week Taichi training on pulmonary diffusion capacity and glycemic control in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, finding significant improvements in several health markers.
Improving pulmonary function and glycemic control is crucial for patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, as these factors significantly impact overall health and diabetes management. The findings suggest that incorporating Taichi into regular physical activity could enhance health outcomes for diabetic patients, potentially reducing complications associated with the disease.
The study did not include a long-term follow-up to assess sustained effects. Sample size and demographic diversity may limit generalizability. Potential confounding factors were not fully controlled.
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Xiaoli L, Huan Z, Yong P, Yaofeng L, Xiangrong S, Victor MM. The Effect of 24-Week Taichi Training on Pulmonary Diffusion Capacity and Glycemic Control in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. PLOS ONE. 2024;19(4):e0299495. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0299495
Taichi training significantly improved pulmonary diffusion capacity.
Fasting plasma glucose levels decreased significantly in participants who practiced Taichi.
Insulin levels were significantly reduced following Taichi training.
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This study contributes evidence to Taichi plus resistance band training, Taichi training and Endothelial Nitric Oxide Synthase (eNOS), Endothelin-1 (ET-1), Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG), and 8 more.
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Taichi plus resistance band training
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Taichi plus resistance band training → Endothelial Nitric Oxide Synthase (eNOS)
Taichi plus resistance band training → Endothelial Nitric Oxide Synthase (eNOS)
Taichi plus resistance band training → Endothelin-1 (ET-1)
Taichi plus resistance band training → Endothelin-1 (ET-1)
Taichi plus resistance band training → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Taichi plus resistance band training → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Taichi plus resistance band training → Intercellular Adhesion Molecule-1 (ICAM-1)
Taichi plus resistance band training → Intercellular Adhesion Molecule-1 (ICAM-1)
Taichi plus resistance band training → Interleukin-6 (IL-6)
Taichi plus resistance band training → Interleukin-6 (IL-6)
Taichi plus resistance band training → Nitric Oxide (NO)
Taichi plus resistance band training → Nitric Oxide (NO)
Taichi plus resistance band training → Pulmonary diffusion capacity
Taichi plus resistance band training → Pulmonary diffusion capacity
Taichi plus resistance band training → Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha (TNF-α)
Taichi plus resistance band training → Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha (TNF-α)
Taichi plus resistance band training → von Willebrand Factor (vWF)
Taichi plus resistance band training → von Willebrand Factor (vWF)
Taichi training → Endothelial Nitric Oxide Synthase (eNOS)
Taichi training → Endothelial Nitric Oxide Synthase (eNOS)
Taichi training → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Taichi training → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Taichi training → Intercellular Adhesion Molecule-1 (ICAM-1)
Taichi training → Intercellular Adhesion Molecule-1 (ICAM-1)
Taichi training → Pulmonary diffusion capacity
Taichi training → Pulmonary diffusion capacity
Taichi training → Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha (TNF-α)
Taichi training → Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha (TNF-α)
Taichi training → von Willebrand Factor (vWF)
Taichi training → von Willebrand Factor (vWF)
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This study contributes to evidence on Mind-Body and Balance Exercise and HbA1c, Mind-Body and Balance Exercise and Endothelial Biomarkers.
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Measures HbA1c as a key outcome.
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Mind-Body and Balance Exercise may improve HbA1c.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
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HbA1c
EvidenceScore™ Moderate | EvidenceScore™ 69.0 | moderate positive | ConsistencyScore™ Consistent | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a small number of supporting studies and should be interpreted cautiously.
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Mind-Body and Balance Exercise appears to improve Fasting Glucose.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
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Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
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Mind-Body and Balance Exercise appears to improve Insulin Resistance.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
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Insulin
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
Mind-Body and Balance Exercise appears to improve Endothelial Biomarkers.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
Endothelial Nitric Oxide Synthase (eNOS)
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Endothelin-1 (ET-1)
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Nitric Oxide (NO)
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
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