The Historical Origins and Modern Application Characteristics of Sitting and Standing Baduanjin
Abstract：As a traditional Chinese health-preserving exercise, Baduanjin is divided into two forms: sitting and standing. The sitting form of Baduanjin has a longer history, with movements centered on the spine, emphasizing the integration of mind and body, regulation of breath and mind, and acupoint massage. It is characterized by high safety and good compliance, making it suitable for patients in the stable phase of moderate to severe conditions and the elderly. The standing form of Baduanjin features extended movements, which are flexible yet powerful, smooth and continuous, with a higher intensity of exercise, comparable to moderate-intensity aerobic training. It is more suitable for improving cardiovascular and pulmonary function as well as osteoarthritic diseases. Both forms are based on the theoretical principles of 'adjusting the body, regulating breathing, and calming the mind.' They exert clinical effects by promoting blood circulation, regulating nervous function, and psychological state, and have shown certain therapeutic effects in the rehabilitation of cardiovascular diseases, respiratory system diseases, neurological diseases, and musculoskeletal disorders. This study aims to clarify the advantages and application scope of different forms in clinical practice, providing a scientific basis for the precise promotion of Baduanjin.
Keywords：BaduanjinHistorical originsClinical application
Publication Date：2025-09-23
Online Publishing Date：2026-01-23(First online date of this platform, not the publication date of the document)
Pages：4( 95-98 )