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IntroductionThis study explored the effects of Qigong exercises on upper extremity muscle activity, balance function, and quality of life in stroke patients.MethodsA total of 30 stroke patients were randomly allocated to either control group or Qigong group. In the Qigong group, participants completed an intervention of Qigong Baduanjin over 8 weeks. Data on the electromyographic activities of the biceps brachii muscle, triceps brachii muscle, and muscle coordination were obtained using surface electromyography and the co-contraction ratio (CCR). Data on balance were obtained using the PK254P balance function detection system. Quality of life was measured using the brief version of the World Health Organization Quality of Life scale.ResultsThe results for the Qigong group showed a significant difference in CCR of the triceps brachii muscle (p