Effects of Yi Ren Medical Qigong on Body Weight in People with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Controlled Pilot Study
Journal Title: Journal of Integrative Medicine & Therapy - Year 2014, Vol 1, Issue 1
Abstract
Objectives: The objective of this study was to determine whether Yi Ren Medical Qigong (YRMQ) has a positive impact on body weight in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).Design: A secondary analysis was conducted with data collected during a completed randomized, controlled clinical trial study.
Authors and Affiliations
Guan-Cheng Sun
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