Live-action performances are a new form of performances that combine culture and tourism.The rise of live-action performance products has brought new vitality to the development of tourism,has strong development poten...Live-action performances are a new form of performances that combine culture and tourism.The rise of live-action performance products has brought new vitality to the development of tourism,has strong development potential,can better meet the needs of tourists for immersive experience,and maintain long-term development of tourism in a region.In this paper,a live-action tourism performance product“Chinese Taishan·Fengshan Grand Ceremony”was studied to discuss the development of experiential live-action tourism performance products in Tai’an City.Through the investigation and data statistics of tourists,by using the experience economy theory,tourist experience theory,statistical analysis and other means,some strategies for the development of live-action tourism performance products in Tai’an City were proposed to promote the development of tourism performance products in Tai’an City.展开更多
MOUNT Taishan is one of the spiritual symbols of Chinese civilization,and an imperial,ritual place where emperors once paid homage to heaven and earth.Located in the central part of east China’s Shandong Province,Mou...MOUNT Taishan is one of the spiritual symbols of Chinese civilization,and an imperial,ritual place where emperors once paid homage to heaven and earth.Located in the central part of east China’s Shandong Province,Mount Taishan stretches more than 200 kilometers from east to west and 50 kilometers from north to south,with a total area of about 426 square kilometers and a maximum altitude of 1,545 meters.In ancient times.展开更多
Objective:To observe the effect of acupuncture combined with the Thirteen-posture Tai Chi exercise prescription on the rehabilitation of cervical radiculopathy(CR).Methods:A total of 159 patients diagnosed with CR wer...Objective:To observe the effect of acupuncture combined with the Thirteen-posture Tai Chi exercise prescription on the rehabilitation of cervical radiculopathy(CR).Methods:A total of 159 patients diagnosed with CR were enrolled in a prospective study.They were randomly divided into an acupuncture group,an exercise group,and a combined group using the random number table method,with 53 cases in each group.All three groups received routine Western rehabilitation training.In addition,the acupuncture group was treated with“Si Tian Xue”[four points with“Tian”in their names,including Tianyou(TE16),Tianchuang(SI16),Tianrong(SI17),and Tianding(LI17)]acupuncture.The exercise group practiced according to the Thirteenposture Tai Chi exercise prescription.The combined group received“Si Tian Xue”acupuncture combined with the Thirteen-posture Tai Chi exercise prescription.All interventions lasted for 12 weeks in three groups.The neck disability index(NDI)and visual analog scale(VAS)scores were compared among the three groups before treatment and after 6 and 12 weeks of treatment.Before treatment and after 12-week treatment,the range of motion(ROM)of cervical in left rotation,right rotation,extension,and flexion,as well as the mean power frequency(MPF)of surface electromyography(sEMG)signals of the erector spinae and trapezius,the average blood flow velocity of the vertebral and basilar arteries,and the short-form 36-item health survey(SF-36)score was compared among the three groups.Results:After 6 and 12 weeks of treatment,the NDI and VAS scores of the three groups were significantly lower than those before treatment(P<0.05),and the NDI and VAS scores of the combined group were significantly lower than those of the acupuncture group and the exercise group at the same time points(P<0.05).After treatment,the cervical ROM in left rotation,right rotation,extension,and flexion in the three groups was significantly higher than that before treatment(P<0.05),and the combined group was significantly higher than the acupuncture group and the exercise group(P<0.05).After treatment,the MPF of the erector spinae and trapezius and the average blood flow velocity of the vertebral and basilar arteries in the three groups were significantly higher than those before treatment(P<0.05),and the combined group was significantly higher than the acupuncture group and the exercise group(P<0.05).After treatment,the SF-36 score of the three groups was significantly higher than that before treatment(P<0.05),and it was significantly higher in the combined group than in the acupuncture group and the exercise group(P<0.05).Conclusion:Compared to“Si Tian Xue”acupuncture or the Thirteen-posture Tai Chi exercise prescription alone,the combination of the two can more effectively improve cervical function and microcirculation,relieve pain,and improve the quality of life in patients with CR.展开更多
BACKGROUND Doctoral students often encounter mental health challenges,including stress,anxiety,depression,and sleep disorders.It is important to explore effective intervention methods to enhance their overall physical...BACKGROUND Doctoral students often encounter mental health challenges,including stress,anxiety,depression,and sleep disorders.It is important to explore effective intervention methods to enhance their overall physical and mental well-being.It is anticipated that targeted exercise will lead to a significant reduction in stress,anxiety,and depression levels as well as an improvement in sleep quality.AIM To assess the feasibility and potential benefits of both intervention models in enhancing the sleep quality of doctoral students while alleviating stress,anxiety,and depression.METHODS A retrospective analysis of health data from 64 doctoral students across three universities in Shenyang during the 2024-2025 academic year was conducted.The participants were divided into a targeted exercise group and a Tai Chi group.The study employed the Epworth Sleepiness Scale,Insomnia Severity Index,Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index,Perceived Stress Scale-10,Generalized Anxiety Disorder Scale-7,and Patient Health Questionnaire-9 to evaluate the impact of the two interventions on reducing stress,anxiety,depression,and sleep disorders.RESULTS The primary results of the study indicated that targeted exercise interventions are significantly effective in alleviating symptoms of anxiety,stress,and depression,as well as in improving sleep quality.Compared to Tai Chi interventions,this approach demonstrates greater durability of effects.Although the efficacy of targeted interventions may gradually diminish over time,the overall research findings suggest that targeted exercise remains a more effective therapeutic approach than Tai Chi interventions.CONCLUSION The impact of targeted exercise on stress,anxiety,depression,and sleep disorders was greater than that of Tai Chi,confirming the potential benefits for psychological health intervention for doctoral students.展开更多
Environmental DNA(e DNA)methods have emerged as a promising tool for studying a broad spectrum of biological taxa.However,metabarcoding studies of avian biodiversity using e DNA have received little attention.In this ...Environmental DNA(e DNA)methods have emerged as a promising tool for studying a broad spectrum of biological taxa.However,metabarcoding studies of avian biodiversity using e DNA have received little attention.In this study,we compared waterbird biodiversity derived from e DNA metabarcoding with that obtained from traditional point counting surveys at 23 sites in Tai Lake of eastern China and evaluated the accuracy of e DNA metabarcoding for waterbird community studies.The point counting method recorded a higher total number of waterbird species(22)compared to the e DNA technique(16).While e DNA achieved a 74.5%detection rate for waterbird species and was able to identify a significantly greater number of species(12.48±1.97)at each sampling site than point counting method(6.13±2.69),particularly highlighting several rare and elusive species,it failed to detect some species commonly observed by the point counting method.The alpha diversity analysis revealed no significant differences in waterbird diversity between the e DNA method and the point counting method,except that the e DNA method exhibited lower Pielou evenness.Waterbird e DNA sequencing abundance correlated significantly with species occurrence,whereas Spearman's analysis indicated no significant difference between e DNA sequence abundance and species abundance from the point counting method.e DNA method detected no significant difference in waterbird composition between sampling sites,while the point counting method revealed significant differences.Consequently,e DNA is an effective complementary tool for assessing the diversity of wintering waterbirds in lakes,though it is unable to capture the full diversity of waterbird communities.It is crucial to develop sampling strategies that comprehensively monitor species composition and integrate e DNA with traditional survey methods for accurate evaluation of community structure.展开更多
Objective:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of traditional Chinese exercises(TCE)in patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy(DPN)and to recommend best practices for using TCE to improve neurological function,gly...Objective:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of traditional Chinese exercises(TCE)in patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy(DPN)and to recommend best practices for using TCE to improve neurological function,glycemic control,and psychological well-being.Methods:Nine databases were searched from the inception to October 2024.Effect relationships were assessed using meta-analysis with Stata 17,and the methodological quality and certainty of the evidence were evaluated using standard tools.Results:Twelve studies comprising three study designs(nine randomized controlled,one quasi-exper-imental controlled,and two single-arm clinical trials),were identified.Compared with usual care,TCE improved various indicators and enhanced the nerve conduction velocities of the peroneal motor(mean difference[MD]=3.86 m/s,95%confidence interval[CI]:0.38 to 7.34,P=0.03),sural sensory(MD=4.15 m/s,95%CI:0.68 to 7.63,P=0.02),median motor(MD=3.84 m/s,95%CI:2.14 to 5.54,P<.001),and median sensory nerves(MD=6.14 m/s,95%CI:4.54 to 7.74,P<.001).TCE practices also reduced glycosylated hemoglobin level(MD=-0.59%,95%CI:-0.91 to-0.27,P<.001)and fasting blood glucose(standardized mean difference[SMD]=-1.08,95%CI:-1.79 to-0.37,P<.001).The overall quality of evidence was very low.Conclusion:The results indicate that TCE therapy improves certain outcomes in patients with DPN.Although the optimal type,intensity,frequency,and duration of TCE interventions are uncertain,these preliminary findings suggest that TCE should be further studied as a potentially affordable and effective treatment for DPN.展开更多
OBJECTIVE:To access the effectuveness of four different types of Chinese traditional Qigong exercises in the management of cervical spondylosis.METHODS:Observational studies published up to July 2024 were searched in ...OBJECTIVE:To access the effectuveness of four different types of Chinese traditional Qigong exercises in the management of cervical spondylosis.METHODS:Observational studies published up to July 2024 were searched in online databases:China National Knowledge Infrastructure Database,Wanfang,China Science and Technology Journal Database,Sino Med,Pub Med,Cochrane Library,Embase,and Web of Science).The quality of the included randomized controlled trial(RCT)was evaluated using the Cochrane risk-of-bias tool.A total of 623 studies were retrieved,of which 44 were considered eligible.Four kinds of Chinese traditional Qigong exercises were involved,including Tai Chi,Baduanjin,Yijinjing and Wuqinxi.RESULTS:In the treatment of cervical spondylosis,Baduanjin,Yijinjing,Tai Chi,Wuqinxi plus standard of care(SOC)were more effective than SOC in improving the comprehensive curative effect,reducing the index of neck disability index,visual analogue scale and Yasuhisa Tanaka Cervial Spine Assessment Questionnaire.CONCLUSION:Chinese traditional Qigong exercises are recommended as a treatment option for cervical spondylosis.展开更多
Background:Anxiety and depression are prevalent among university students,calling for effec-tive non-pharmacological interventions.Tai Chi shows potential in reducing these symptoms,but research on its effects at diff...Background:Anxiety and depression are prevalent among university students,calling for effec-tive non-pharmacological interventions.Tai Chi shows potential in reducing these symptoms,but research on its effects at different frequencies in younger populations is limited.This study compared the impacts of high-(5 ses-sions/week),medium-(3 sessions/week),and low-frequency(2 sessions/week)24-form Tai Chi on college students’anxiety/depression,versus a control group.Methods:A randomized controlled trial(RCT)included 120 university students with mild-to-moderate anxiety/depression,randomly assigned to 4 groups(30 each).The 8-week intervention used the Self-Rating Anxiety Scale(SAS)and Self-Rating Depression Scale(SDS)for assessments at baseline,week 4,and week 8.Analyses included paired t-tests(within-group changes),one-way ANOVA(between-group differences),repeated measures ANOVA(RM-ANOVA,temporal changes),and Mixed Model for Repeated Measures(MMRM,longitudinal changes with missing data).Results:All intervention groups had significant SAS/SDS reductions:high-frequency group(SAS:20.4%,t=7.21,p<0.001;SDS:22.1%,t=6.92,p<0.001)>medium-frequency group(SAS:18.3%,t=5.06,p<0.001;SDS:19.8%,t=5.18,p<0.001)>low-frequency group(SAS:15.2%,t=4.09,p<0.001;SDS:17.4%,t=4.67,p<0.001).No changes were seen in the control group.The high-frequency group outperformed the low-frequency and control groups(p<0.05);RM-ANOVA and MMRM confirmed sustained,time-dependent effects,with the high-frequency group being optimal.Conclusion:24-form Tai Chi effectively reduces college students’anxiety/depression,with efficacy increasing with frequency(high>medium>low).The high-frequency protocol(5 sessions/week)is the most effective non-pharmacological intervention,and MMRM confirms its sustained efficacy.展开更多
The optical absorption of large molecular compounds HULIS(humic-like substances)can significantly impact the aerosol light absorption and radiative forcing,influencing cloud condensation nuclei formation and thus the ...The optical absorption of large molecular compounds HULIS(humic-like substances)can significantly impact the aerosol light absorption and radiative forcing,influencing cloud condensation nuclei formation and thus the climate and atmospheric environment.This study collected aerosol(PM_(2.5))samples from the summit of Mount Tai in North China to investigate the concentration,molecular composition,and optical properties of HULIS.The average concentration of HULIS in the PM_(2.5) in this study was 1.26±0.54μg/m^(3),comprising for 56%of the water-soluble organic carbon(WSOC),with levels lower than urban areas but higher than other mountainous regions.Mass spectrometry revealed that CHO and CHON components,with high aromaticity and phenolic groups,are major contributors to absorption and fluorescence.These results indicate that HULIS is mainly composed of lignin and proteins/amino sugars,derived from combustion and secondary formation,and possesses a high light absorption capacity(withMAE365(mass absorption efficiency)and AAE(A˚ngstrom exponent)indices of 0.62m^(2)/g and 4.99,respectively).Parallel factor analysis identified three fluorescence components of HULIS,with proportions of 60.8%for less oxygen humic-like substances,21.0%for high oxygen humic-like substances,and 18.2%for protein-like substances.Our study highlights the significance of the light-absorbing capacity and secondary formation of HULIS at Mount Tai,laying the groundwork for investigation into the climate effects,formation mechanisms,and sources of HULIS generation.展开更多
Background:This study examined the development of Tai Chi in Ottawa,Canada,focusing on:(1)traditions and modernization of Tai Chi in China's mainland;(2)the evolution of Ottawa’s Chinese community;and(3)the role ...Background:This study examined the development of Tai Chi in Ottawa,Canada,focusing on:(1)traditions and modernization of Tai Chi in China's mainland;(2)the evolution of Ottawa’s Chinese community;and(3)the role of Ottawa Tai Chi Chuan Association(OTCA)and Taoist Tai Chi Society(TTCS)-in promoting Tai Chi and traditional health practices rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM)in Ottawa.Methods:Archive research was used to investigate origins,organizational structures,and programs of the associations.Documents were obtained from the personal collections,websites,and Ottawa Archives.Secondary literature on Tai Chi’s history in China and Chinese immigration to Ottawa provided contextual insights.Results:In the twentieth century,Tai Chi in China's mainland underwent significant transformations,aligning with nation-building,social reform,public health promotion,and cultural influence.Since the 1970s,the demographic composition of Canada’s Chinese community has become diversified.Some community members played a critical role in transmitting Tai Chi to Canada by establishing OTCA and TTCS.Through a variety of Tai Chi programs,workshops,and community engagement,OTCA and TTCS promoted Tai Chi as a holistic health practice rooted in TCM and traditional cultural principles in different approaches.OTCA primarily served the Chinese community,focusing on diverse forms,techniques,and theories.In contrast,Ottawa’s TTCS,as a satellite association,emphasized Taoist-inspired Tai Chi and cultivation passed down by the founder,Moy Linshin,to accommodate members from diverse cultural backgrounds.OTCA and TTCS created inclusive mind-body communities for individuals to engage in Tai Chi as a culturally meaningful practice and a means of fostering social connection and holistic wellness.Conclusion:OTCA and TTCS significantly revitalized while adapted Tai Chi and TCM practices to Western contexts,integrating its historical roots with western health ideas to establish it as a widely recognized mind-body discipline and alternative therapy.展开更多
“Wow,this robot is so cool!”In the Hangzhou Shenhao Technology Co.,Ltd.showroom,a humanoid robot gracefully performed Tai Chi,grabbing the attention of a visiting delegation from ASEAN.In September,the group of scho...“Wow,this robot is so cool!”In the Hangzhou Shenhao Technology Co.,Ltd.showroom,a humanoid robot gracefully performed Tai Chi,grabbing the attention of a visiting delegation from ASEAN.In September,the group of scholars from regional think tanks and journalists toured Hangzhou,Jinhua,and Huzhou in east China’s Zhejiang Province.Along the way,they enjoyed an up-close look at how digital and intelligent technologies are subtly changing everyday life.展开更多
Mount Tai Scenic Area has achieved certain results in the construction of accessible tourism facilities,realizing the exploration of digital and intelligent transformation in traditional mountain scenic areas.In this ...Mount Tai Scenic Area has achieved certain results in the construction of accessible tourism facilities,realizing the exploration of digital and intelligent transformation in traditional mountain scenic areas.In this study,using questionnaire surveys and in-depth interviews,the development of accessible tourism in Mount Tai Scenic Area was investigated and analyzed.Some countermeasures were put forward,including strengthening information guidance services,enhancing awareness and skills in accessibility services,improving feedback mechanisms for continuous refinement,and strengthening collaborations in the fields of the disabled and accessibility development,aiming to further promote humanistic care and enhance service satisfaction at the scenic area.展开更多
In order to better enhance the tourism service quality and tourist satisfaction of scenic spots,this study applies the theory of tourism service quality to Tai’an Tianyi Lake scenic area,exploring the current situati...In order to better enhance the tourism service quality and tourist satisfaction of scenic spots,this study applies the theory of tourism service quality to Tai’an Tianyi Lake scenic area,exploring the current situation and existing problems of its tourism service quality through field investigation and questionnaire surveys,and proposing specific promotion strategies,with the aim to improve tourist satisfaction and enhance the competitiveness and attraction of the scenic area.展开更多
The international communication of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)culture requires finding practical and effective communication methods through multi-dimensional,multi-path,and multi-channel approaches.The research...The international communication of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)culture requires finding practical and effective communication methods through multi-dimensional,multi-path,and multi-channel approaches.The research on using Tai Chi to promote the international communication of TCM is still an unexploited new integrated communication path and a new topic with special significance for the internationalization of TCM culture.However,relevant research on this topic has not yet formed a systematic research system in academic circles at home and abroad.The prerequisite for studying how Tai Chi promotes the international communication of TCM culture is in-depth inheritance.The integrated research on the cultural connotation of Tai Chi,based on its return to the category of TCM culture,has important theoretical and practical value for promoting the integrated international communication of TCM culture through Tai Chi.This paper,focusing on the theoretical research on how to use Tai Chi to promote the international communication of TCM culture,proposes integrated research on Tai Chi and TCM culture,and establishes a"trinity"integrated research model of Tai Chi culture,TCM culture,and martial arts culture,laying a theoretical foundation for Tai Chi to promote the international communication of TCM culture.Secondly,in terms of the specific implementation of TCM culture communication with Tai Chi as the main carrier,it is proposed to focus on cultivating the TCM cultural literacy of Tai Chi communicators,and inject into the communication basic TCM elements related to Tai Chi culture,such as Yin-Yang philosophy,TCM culture,TCM Qi theory,and TCM health preservation,so as to sow the seeds of TCM culture wherever Tai Chi is spread internationally.展开更多
Catering in scenic areas is an important part of tourist experiences,yet the existing research on catering resources mainly focuses on tourist satisfaction and resource development,with limited analysis on the impact ...Catering in scenic areas is an important part of tourist experiences,yet the existing research on catering resources mainly focuses on tourist satisfaction and resource development,with limited analysis on the impact of catering resources distribution on tourists’visiting willingness.Thus,based on case analysis,surveys and data analysis,this study selected Mount Tai Scenic Area as the research object to conduct an in-depth investigation on the impact of the distribution of catering resources on tourists’visiting willingness,which identified many challenges faced by the distribution of catering resources in the scenic area and their underlying causes,finding that while there were rich varieties and concentrated catering options in high-traffic areas with strong tourists’visiting willingness,significant gaps remained in locations with weak tourists’visiting willingness.Furthermore,the overall catering offerings in Mount Tai Scenic Area demonstrated a notable deficiency in food products that authentically integrate with Mount Tai’s distinctive cultural heritage.To address such issues,improvement strategies were proposed for the development of catering resources in Mount Tai Scenic Area,including spatial development and integration,exploration of cultural connotations,and enhancement of tourism value,which provided insights for refining management of catering resources in forest park scenic spot,optimizing catering services,and enhancing the tourism experience of tourists.展开更多
From October 25 to October 28,2025 International Travel Agency Cooperation and Exchange Activities,an important part of the 2025 International Wudang Tai Chi Culture Festival,was successfully held in Wudang Mountain.W...From October 25 to October 28,2025 International Travel Agency Cooperation and Exchange Activities,an important part of the 2025 International Wudang Tai Chi Culture Festival,was successfully held in Wudang Mountain.With the theme of"Zhiyin Hubei,Alliance at Wudang",about 280 representatives from world tourist organizations such as World Tourism Cities Federation and the Pacific Asia Travel Association,as well as China Tourism Association,participated in the event,covering 17 countries and regions including the United States,Spain,Russia,Germany,etc.展开更多
文摘Live-action performances are a new form of performances that combine culture and tourism.The rise of live-action performance products has brought new vitality to the development of tourism,has strong development potential,can better meet the needs of tourists for immersive experience,and maintain long-term development of tourism in a region.In this paper,a live-action tourism performance product“Chinese Taishan·Fengshan Grand Ceremony”was studied to discuss the development of experiential live-action tourism performance products in Tai’an City.Through the investigation and data statistics of tourists,by using the experience economy theory,tourist experience theory,statistical analysis and other means,some strategies for the development of live-action tourism performance products in Tai’an City were proposed to promote the development of tourism performance products in Tai’an City.
文摘MOUNT Taishan is one of the spiritual symbols of Chinese civilization,and an imperial,ritual place where emperors once paid homage to heaven and earth.Located in the central part of east China’s Shandong Province,Mount Taishan stretches more than 200 kilometers from east to west and 50 kilometers from north to south,with a total area of about 426 square kilometers and a maximum altitude of 1,545 meters.In ancient times.
文摘Objective:To observe the effect of acupuncture combined with the Thirteen-posture Tai Chi exercise prescription on the rehabilitation of cervical radiculopathy(CR).Methods:A total of 159 patients diagnosed with CR were enrolled in a prospective study.They were randomly divided into an acupuncture group,an exercise group,and a combined group using the random number table method,with 53 cases in each group.All three groups received routine Western rehabilitation training.In addition,the acupuncture group was treated with“Si Tian Xue”[four points with“Tian”in their names,including Tianyou(TE16),Tianchuang(SI16),Tianrong(SI17),and Tianding(LI17)]acupuncture.The exercise group practiced according to the Thirteenposture Tai Chi exercise prescription.The combined group received“Si Tian Xue”acupuncture combined with the Thirteen-posture Tai Chi exercise prescription.All interventions lasted for 12 weeks in three groups.The neck disability index(NDI)and visual analog scale(VAS)scores were compared among the three groups before treatment and after 6 and 12 weeks of treatment.Before treatment and after 12-week treatment,the range of motion(ROM)of cervical in left rotation,right rotation,extension,and flexion,as well as the mean power frequency(MPF)of surface electromyography(sEMG)signals of the erector spinae and trapezius,the average blood flow velocity of the vertebral and basilar arteries,and the short-form 36-item health survey(SF-36)score was compared among the three groups.Results:After 6 and 12 weeks of treatment,the NDI and VAS scores of the three groups were significantly lower than those before treatment(P<0.05),and the NDI and VAS scores of the combined group were significantly lower than those of the acupuncture group and the exercise group at the same time points(P<0.05).After treatment,the cervical ROM in left rotation,right rotation,extension,and flexion in the three groups was significantly higher than that before treatment(P<0.05),and the combined group was significantly higher than the acupuncture group and the exercise group(P<0.05).After treatment,the MPF of the erector spinae and trapezius and the average blood flow velocity of the vertebral and basilar arteries in the three groups were significantly higher than those before treatment(P<0.05),and the combined group was significantly higher than the acupuncture group and the exercise group(P<0.05).After treatment,the SF-36 score of the three groups was significantly higher than that before treatment(P<0.05),and it was significantly higher in the combined group than in the acupuncture group and the exercise group(P<0.05).Conclusion:Compared to“Si Tian Xue”acupuncture or the Thirteen-posture Tai Chi exercise prescription alone,the combination of the two can more effectively improve cervical function and microcirculation,relieve pain,and improve the quality of life in patients with CR.
基金Supported by the Key Think Tank Research Project of the Shaanxi Federation of Social Sciences,No.2023ZD1080。
文摘BACKGROUND Doctoral students often encounter mental health challenges,including stress,anxiety,depression,and sleep disorders.It is important to explore effective intervention methods to enhance their overall physical and mental well-being.It is anticipated that targeted exercise will lead to a significant reduction in stress,anxiety,and depression levels as well as an improvement in sleep quality.AIM To assess the feasibility and potential benefits of both intervention models in enhancing the sleep quality of doctoral students while alleviating stress,anxiety,and depression.METHODS A retrospective analysis of health data from 64 doctoral students across three universities in Shenyang during the 2024-2025 academic year was conducted.The participants were divided into a targeted exercise group and a Tai Chi group.The study employed the Epworth Sleepiness Scale,Insomnia Severity Index,Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index,Perceived Stress Scale-10,Generalized Anxiety Disorder Scale-7,and Patient Health Questionnaire-9 to evaluate the impact of the two interventions on reducing stress,anxiety,depression,and sleep disorders.RESULTS The primary results of the study indicated that targeted exercise interventions are significantly effective in alleviating symptoms of anxiety,stress,and depression,as well as in improving sleep quality.Compared to Tai Chi interventions,this approach demonstrates greater durability of effects.Although the efficacy of targeted interventions may gradually diminish over time,the overall research findings suggest that targeted exercise remains a more effective therapeutic approach than Tai Chi interventions.CONCLUSION The impact of targeted exercise on stress,anxiety,depression,and sleep disorders was greater than that of Tai Chi,confirming the potential benefits for psychological health intervention for doctoral students.
基金funded by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Award Number:2022YFC3202104)。
文摘Environmental DNA(e DNA)methods have emerged as a promising tool for studying a broad spectrum of biological taxa.However,metabarcoding studies of avian biodiversity using e DNA have received little attention.In this study,we compared waterbird biodiversity derived from e DNA metabarcoding with that obtained from traditional point counting surveys at 23 sites in Tai Lake of eastern China and evaluated the accuracy of e DNA metabarcoding for waterbird community studies.The point counting method recorded a higher total number of waterbird species(22)compared to the e DNA technique(16).While e DNA achieved a 74.5%detection rate for waterbird species and was able to identify a significantly greater number of species(12.48±1.97)at each sampling site than point counting method(6.13±2.69),particularly highlighting several rare and elusive species,it failed to detect some species commonly observed by the point counting method.The alpha diversity analysis revealed no significant differences in waterbird diversity between the e DNA method and the point counting method,except that the e DNA method exhibited lower Pielou evenness.Waterbird e DNA sequencing abundance correlated significantly with species occurrence,whereas Spearman's analysis indicated no significant difference between e DNA sequence abundance and species abundance from the point counting method.e DNA method detected no significant difference in waterbird composition between sampling sites,while the point counting method revealed significant differences.Consequently,e DNA is an effective complementary tool for assessing the diversity of wintering waterbirds in lakes,though it is unable to capture the full diversity of waterbird communities.It is crucial to develop sampling strategies that comprehensively monitor species composition and integrate e DNA with traditional survey methods for accurate evaluation of community structure.
基金funded by the Seed Funding of the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine(90011451310034).
文摘Objective:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of traditional Chinese exercises(TCE)in patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy(DPN)and to recommend best practices for using TCE to improve neurological function,glycemic control,and psychological well-being.Methods:Nine databases were searched from the inception to October 2024.Effect relationships were assessed using meta-analysis with Stata 17,and the methodological quality and certainty of the evidence were evaluated using standard tools.Results:Twelve studies comprising three study designs(nine randomized controlled,one quasi-exper-imental controlled,and two single-arm clinical trials),were identified.Compared with usual care,TCE improved various indicators and enhanced the nerve conduction velocities of the peroneal motor(mean difference[MD]=3.86 m/s,95%confidence interval[CI]:0.38 to 7.34,P=0.03),sural sensory(MD=4.15 m/s,95%CI:0.68 to 7.63,P=0.02),median motor(MD=3.84 m/s,95%CI:2.14 to 5.54,P<.001),and median sensory nerves(MD=6.14 m/s,95%CI:4.54 to 7.74,P<.001).TCE practices also reduced glycosylated hemoglobin level(MD=-0.59%,95%CI:-0.91 to-0.27,P<.001)and fasting blood glucose(standardized mean difference[SMD]=-1.08,95%CI:-1.79 to-0.37,P<.001).The overall quality of evidence was very low.Conclusion:The results indicate that TCE therapy improves certain outcomes in patients with DPN.Although the optimal type,intensity,frequency,and duration of TCE interventions are uncertain,these preliminary findings suggest that TCE should be further studied as a potentially affordable and effective treatment for DPN.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China Project:Investigation of Terahertz Spectral Signatures in the Fluctuation Patterns of Visceral Qi:a Case Study on Four Biased Constitution Types(No.82360893)Science and technology project of Jiangxi Provincial Education Department Project:Investigation on Terahertz Wave Characteristics of Yuan-Source Acupoints Across Different Meridian States(No.GJJ211203)Science and technology plan of Jiangxi Provincial Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine Project:Study on the Effect of Internal Organs Guiding Technique on College Students’Anxiety and Its Mechanism(No.SZYYB20231376)。
文摘OBJECTIVE:To access the effectuveness of four different types of Chinese traditional Qigong exercises in the management of cervical spondylosis.METHODS:Observational studies published up to July 2024 were searched in online databases:China National Knowledge Infrastructure Database,Wanfang,China Science and Technology Journal Database,Sino Med,Pub Med,Cochrane Library,Embase,and Web of Science).The quality of the included randomized controlled trial(RCT)was evaluated using the Cochrane risk-of-bias tool.A total of 623 studies were retrieved,of which 44 were considered eligible.Four kinds of Chinese traditional Qigong exercises were involved,including Tai Chi,Baduanjin,Yijinjing and Wuqinxi.RESULTS:In the treatment of cervical spondylosis,Baduanjin,Yijinjing,Tai Chi,Wuqinxi plus standard of care(SOC)were more effective than SOC in improving the comprehensive curative effect,reducing the index of neck disability index,visual analogue scale and Yasuhisa Tanaka Cervial Spine Assessment Questionnaire.CONCLUSION:Chinese traditional Qigong exercises are recommended as a treatment option for cervical spondylosis.
基金China National Social Science Fund Project,19BTY052.
文摘Background:Anxiety and depression are prevalent among university students,calling for effec-tive non-pharmacological interventions.Tai Chi shows potential in reducing these symptoms,but research on its effects at different frequencies in younger populations is limited.This study compared the impacts of high-(5 ses-sions/week),medium-(3 sessions/week),and low-frequency(2 sessions/week)24-form Tai Chi on college students’anxiety/depression,versus a control group.Methods:A randomized controlled trial(RCT)included 120 university students with mild-to-moderate anxiety/depression,randomly assigned to 4 groups(30 each).The 8-week intervention used the Self-Rating Anxiety Scale(SAS)and Self-Rating Depression Scale(SDS)for assessments at baseline,week 4,and week 8.Analyses included paired t-tests(within-group changes),one-way ANOVA(between-group differences),repeated measures ANOVA(RM-ANOVA,temporal changes),and Mixed Model for Repeated Measures(MMRM,longitudinal changes with missing data).Results:All intervention groups had significant SAS/SDS reductions:high-frequency group(SAS:20.4%,t=7.21,p<0.001;SDS:22.1%,t=6.92,p<0.001)>medium-frequency group(SAS:18.3%,t=5.06,p<0.001;SDS:19.8%,t=5.18,p<0.001)>low-frequency group(SAS:15.2%,t=4.09,p<0.001;SDS:17.4%,t=4.67,p<0.001).No changes were seen in the control group.The high-frequency group outperformed the low-frequency and control groups(p<0.05);RM-ANOVA and MMRM confirmed sustained,time-dependent effects,with the high-frequency group being optimal.Conclusion:24-form Tai Chi effectively reduces college students’anxiety/depression,with efficacy increasing with frequency(high>medium>low).The high-frequency protocol(5 sessions/week)is the most effective non-pharmacological intervention,and MMRM confirms its sustained efficacy.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22176112 and 42307134)the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(No.ZR2021MD028)the Natural Science Foundation of Qingdao(No.23–2-1–74-zyyd-jch).
文摘The optical absorption of large molecular compounds HULIS(humic-like substances)can significantly impact the aerosol light absorption and radiative forcing,influencing cloud condensation nuclei formation and thus the climate and atmospheric environment.This study collected aerosol(PM_(2.5))samples from the summit of Mount Tai in North China to investigate the concentration,molecular composition,and optical properties of HULIS.The average concentration of HULIS in the PM_(2.5) in this study was 1.26±0.54μg/m^(3),comprising for 56%of the water-soluble organic carbon(WSOC),with levels lower than urban areas but higher than other mountainous regions.Mass spectrometry revealed that CHO and CHON components,with high aromaticity and phenolic groups,are major contributors to absorption and fluorescence.These results indicate that HULIS is mainly composed of lignin and proteins/amino sugars,derived from combustion and secondary formation,and possesses a high light absorption capacity(withMAE365(mass absorption efficiency)and AAE(A˚ngstrom exponent)indices of 0.62m^(2)/g and 4.99,respectively).Parallel factor analysis identified three fluorescence components of HULIS,with proportions of 60.8%for less oxygen humic-like substances,21.0%for high oxygen humic-like substances,and 18.2%for protein-like substances.Our study highlights the significance of the light-absorbing capacity and secondary formation of HULIS at Mount Tai,laying the groundwork for investigation into the climate effects,formation mechanisms,and sources of HULIS generation.
文摘Background:This study examined the development of Tai Chi in Ottawa,Canada,focusing on:(1)traditions and modernization of Tai Chi in China's mainland;(2)the evolution of Ottawa’s Chinese community;and(3)the role of Ottawa Tai Chi Chuan Association(OTCA)and Taoist Tai Chi Society(TTCS)-in promoting Tai Chi and traditional health practices rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM)in Ottawa.Methods:Archive research was used to investigate origins,organizational structures,and programs of the associations.Documents were obtained from the personal collections,websites,and Ottawa Archives.Secondary literature on Tai Chi’s history in China and Chinese immigration to Ottawa provided contextual insights.Results:In the twentieth century,Tai Chi in China's mainland underwent significant transformations,aligning with nation-building,social reform,public health promotion,and cultural influence.Since the 1970s,the demographic composition of Canada’s Chinese community has become diversified.Some community members played a critical role in transmitting Tai Chi to Canada by establishing OTCA and TTCS.Through a variety of Tai Chi programs,workshops,and community engagement,OTCA and TTCS promoted Tai Chi as a holistic health practice rooted in TCM and traditional cultural principles in different approaches.OTCA primarily served the Chinese community,focusing on diverse forms,techniques,and theories.In contrast,Ottawa’s TTCS,as a satellite association,emphasized Taoist-inspired Tai Chi and cultivation passed down by the founder,Moy Linshin,to accommodate members from diverse cultural backgrounds.OTCA and TTCS created inclusive mind-body communities for individuals to engage in Tai Chi as a culturally meaningful practice and a means of fostering social connection and holistic wellness.Conclusion:OTCA and TTCS significantly revitalized while adapted Tai Chi and TCM practices to Western contexts,integrating its historical roots with western health ideas to establish it as a widely recognized mind-body discipline and alternative therapy.
文摘“Wow,this robot is so cool!”In the Hangzhou Shenhao Technology Co.,Ltd.showroom,a humanoid robot gracefully performed Tai Chi,grabbing the attention of a visiting delegation from ASEAN.In September,the group of scholars from regional think tanks and journalists toured Hangzhou,Jinhua,and Huzhou in east China’s Zhejiang Province.Along the way,they enjoyed an up-close look at how digital and intelligent technologies are subtly changing everyday life.
基金Sponsored by Tai’an Science and Technology Innovation Development Project(Policy Guidance Category)(2024ZC042)Research Project of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Center for the Theoretical System of Socialism with Chinese Characteristics(2024ZZB018).
文摘Mount Tai Scenic Area has achieved certain results in the construction of accessible tourism facilities,realizing the exploration of digital and intelligent transformation in traditional mountain scenic areas.In this study,using questionnaire surveys and in-depth interviews,the development of accessible tourism in Mount Tai Scenic Area was investigated and analyzed.Some countermeasures were put forward,including strengthening information guidance services,enhancing awareness and skills in accessibility services,improving feedback mechanisms for continuous refinement,and strengthening collaborations in the fields of the disabled and accessibility development,aiming to further promote humanistic care and enhance service satisfaction at the scenic area.
文摘In order to better enhance the tourism service quality and tourist satisfaction of scenic spots,this study applies the theory of tourism service quality to Tai’an Tianyi Lake scenic area,exploring the current situation and existing problems of its tourism service quality through field investigation and questionnaire surveys,and proposing specific promotion strategies,with the aim to improve tourist satisfaction and enhance the competitiveness and attraction of the scenic area.
文摘The international communication of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)culture requires finding practical and effective communication methods through multi-dimensional,multi-path,and multi-channel approaches.The research on using Tai Chi to promote the international communication of TCM is still an unexploited new integrated communication path and a new topic with special significance for the internationalization of TCM culture.However,relevant research on this topic has not yet formed a systematic research system in academic circles at home and abroad.The prerequisite for studying how Tai Chi promotes the international communication of TCM culture is in-depth inheritance.The integrated research on the cultural connotation of Tai Chi,based on its return to the category of TCM culture,has important theoretical and practical value for promoting the integrated international communication of TCM culture through Tai Chi.This paper,focusing on the theoretical research on how to use Tai Chi to promote the international communication of TCM culture,proposes integrated research on Tai Chi and TCM culture,and establishes a"trinity"integrated research model of Tai Chi culture,TCM culture,and martial arts culture,laying a theoretical foundation for Tai Chi to promote the international communication of TCM culture.Secondly,in terms of the specific implementation of TCM culture communication with Tai Chi as the main carrier,it is proposed to focus on cultivating the TCM cultural literacy of Tai Chi communicators,and inject into the communication basic TCM elements related to Tai Chi culture,such as Yin-Yang philosophy,TCM culture,TCM Qi theory,and TCM health preservation,so as to sow the seeds of TCM culture wherever Tai Chi is spread internationally.
文摘Catering in scenic areas is an important part of tourist experiences,yet the existing research on catering resources mainly focuses on tourist satisfaction and resource development,with limited analysis on the impact of catering resources distribution on tourists’visiting willingness.Thus,based on case analysis,surveys and data analysis,this study selected Mount Tai Scenic Area as the research object to conduct an in-depth investigation on the impact of the distribution of catering resources on tourists’visiting willingness,which identified many challenges faced by the distribution of catering resources in the scenic area and their underlying causes,finding that while there were rich varieties and concentrated catering options in high-traffic areas with strong tourists’visiting willingness,significant gaps remained in locations with weak tourists’visiting willingness.Furthermore,the overall catering offerings in Mount Tai Scenic Area demonstrated a notable deficiency in food products that authentically integrate with Mount Tai’s distinctive cultural heritage.To address such issues,improvement strategies were proposed for the development of catering resources in Mount Tai Scenic Area,including spatial development and integration,exploration of cultural connotations,and enhancement of tourism value,which provided insights for refining management of catering resources in forest park scenic spot,optimizing catering services,and enhancing the tourism experience of tourists.
文摘From October 25 to October 28,2025 International Travel Agency Cooperation and Exchange Activities,an important part of the 2025 International Wudang Tai Chi Culture Festival,was successfully held in Wudang Mountain.With the theme of"Zhiyin Hubei,Alliance at Wudang",about 280 representatives from world tourist organizations such as World Tourism Cities Federation and the Pacific Asia Travel Association,as well as China Tourism Association,participated in the event,covering 17 countries and regions including the United States,Spain,Russia,Germany,etc.
