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Cognition and Dementia

Effectiveness of Tai Chi on cognitive function among older adults with mild cognitive impairment: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

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Pages 285-293 | Received 07 Jun 2022, Accepted 11 May 2023, Published online: 20 Sep 2023

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