Global research on Chinese martial arts (1974–2025): A bibliometric and visualization-based analysis using Web of Science
Over 5 decades, Wushu research has transitioned from traditional techniques to multidisciplinary health sciences, integrating geriatric care, cognitive interventions, and chronic disease rehabilitation. Strengthening international collaboration, exploring underlying mechanisms, and developing personalized digital interventions represent key future directions to enhance the global scientific impact of Chinese martial arts.
Authors
- Syahrul Ridhwan Morazuki (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1499-3683)
- Wei Chen (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-2928-4047)
Institutions
- Shaanxi Railway Institute (CN)
- University of Technology Malaysia (MY)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Medicine
- Published
- 2025-08-08
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/md.0000000000043769
- Citations
- 2
- Primary Topic
- Martial Arts: Techniques, Psychology, and Education
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 4.73