TITLE:
A Randomized Controlled Trial to Explore the Effectiveness and Safety of Ba Duan Jin in Elderly Patients with HFpEF and Sarcopenia
AUTHORS:
Rui Li, Rosnani Hashim, Shairyzah Ahmad Hisham
KEYWORDS:
Ba Duan Jin, Elderly, HFpEF, Sarcopenia, Safety
JOURNAL NAME:
Journal of Biosciences and Medicines,
Vol.14 No.5,
May
27,
2026
ABSTRACT: Background: Impaired exercise tolerance has become one of the key factors affecting the quality of life in elderly patients with heart failure. The presence of sarcopenia not only further reduces quality of life but also increases mortality. Ba Duan Jin has significant benefits in elderly patients with HFpEF and also has positive effects on patients with sarcopenia. However, few studies have examined the safety and efficacy of Ba Duan Jin in elderly patients with HFpEF and sarcopenia. Objective: To explore the effectiveness and safety of Ba Duan Jin in elderly patients with HFpEF and sarcopenia. Study Design: A target population was recruited and divided into a control group and an experimental group. The experimental group received Ba Duan Jin exercise and was compared with the control group after the exercise in terms of cardiopulmonary exercise testing, six-minute walk distance, the Minnesota Life Quality of Heart Failure Questionnaire, and the Short Physical Performance Battery. Results: Compared with the control group, the experimental group showed statistically significant improvements (P 2, anaerobic threshold, six-minute walk distance, the Minnesota Life Quality of Heart Failure Questionnaire, and the Short Physical Performance Board. No adverse events were observed. Conclusion: Ba Duan Jin is safe and effective for the target population and is an effective and practical exercise modality.