Tai Chi’s synergistic modulation on autonomic nervous activity and central autonomic networks in functional constipation patients: a randomized controlled trial

Tai Chi’s synergistic modulation on autonomic nervous activity and central autonomic networks in functional constipation patients: a randomized controlled trial

Abstract Functional constipation (FCon) is characterized by disrupted brain-gut communication, representing a core pathophysiological mechanism. Physical exercise, a safe and cost-effective intervention, has been proven efficacy in ameliorating constipation symptoms and is a vital self-management st...

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Main Authors:	Yuke Teng, Siyuan Tao, Jingwen Chen, Furong Zhang, Yuyi Guo, Rongtao Ying, Yuxin Wang, Yi Liu, Huilin Zeng, Kunnan Xie, Shi Zhao, Zhengjie Li, Sha Yang, Tianyu Liu, Fang Zeng
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Nature Portfolio 2025-07-01
Series:	Scientific Reports
Subjects:	Anterior insula Functional magnetic resonance imaging Resting-state functional connectivity Parasympathetic Tai Chi
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-04088-z
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