Research on the Efficacy and Mechanism of Sports and Wellness Intervention for the Rehabilitation of Elderly Patients with Chronic Diseases

Ruihui Dai

doi:10.71222/g9sjg131

Authors

Ruihui Dai Graduate School of Sports Industry, Kookmin University, Seoul, Korea Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.71222/g9sjg131

Keywords:

aging, chronic disease, rehabilitation, exercise, health promotion, elderly, public health

Abstract

With the acceleration of population aging in China, the prevalence of chronic diseases among the elderly is rising sharply, posing serious challenges to individual health, family functioning, and the sustainability of the healthcare system. In response to these pressures, this study investigates the efficacy and underlying mechanisms of structured sports and wellness interventions in the rehabilitation of elderly patients with chronic diseases. Drawing on domestic and international evidence, it aims to construct a systematic, scientific, and operable intervention model that integrates principles from modern sports science, rehabilitation medicine, and health management. Using a closed-loop framework of precision assessment, individualized intervention, process monitoring, and continuous optimization, the study develops a multimodal program comprising aerobic training, resistance exercise, flexibility enhancement, and breathing meditation. Through empirical research, it evaluates the comprehensive impact of this program on symptom relief, physical function, cardiometabolic regulation, immune competence, and psychological well-being. Mechanistic analyses focus on adaptations in cardiorespiratory fitness, muscle strength, inflammatory status, and stress-related pathways. In addition, the study examines the feasibility of implementing sports and wellness interventions across community, institutional, and home-based settings, and their role in improving self-management, adherence, and quality of life among elderly patients. The findings are expected to inform evidence-based chronic disease management models and contribute to the realization of the national strategic goal of "Healthy China 2030."

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