Research Article

Qualitative Evaluation of Baduanjin (Traditional Chinese Qigong) on Health Promotion among an Elderly Community Population at Risk for Ischemic Stroke

Table 4

Overview of subthemes and themes.

SubthemeTheme

Doubting the efficacyBeing sceptical
Doubting the suitability

Moderate amount of exerciseBeing suited for the elderly
Simple and easy to learn
Less environmental constraint

Improving physiological healthHarmonizing body and soul
Improving psychoemotional status

Boring and monotonousFeeling bored