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Serum Cytokines, Mood and Sleep after a Qigong Program

Is Qigong an Effective Psychobiological Tool?

Juan M. Manzaneque

University of Malaga, Spain, manzaneque{at}uma.es

Francisca M. Vera

University of Malaga, Spain

Francisco M. Rodriguez

University of Malaga, Spain

Gaspar J. Garcia

University of Malaga, Spain

Laura Leyva

Imabus Foundation Malaga, Spain

Maria J. Blanca

University of Malaga, Spain

Qigong is an ancient Chinese psychosomatic exercise that integrates movement, breathing and meditation into a single multifaceted practice. The present study was designed to assess the effects of qigong practice on serum cytokines, mood and subjective sleep quality. Experimental participants underwent a qigong training program for one month. Blood samples for the quantification of TNF-{alpha} and IFN-{gamma}, and several instruments to assess anxiety and depression symptoms as well as SSQ, were obtained before and after the program. Our findings revealed that while the practice of qigong for one month did not alter serum cytokines, it enhanced psychological well-being, including sleep duration.

Key Words: anxiety • cytokines • depression • meditation • qigong • sleep

Journal of Health Psychology, Vol. 14, No. 1, 60-67 (2009)
DOI: 10.1177/1359105308097946
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