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Tai Chi is a powerful partner in the
treatment of illnesses or injuries. As
current research is proving, it greatly
enhances the body's ability to utilize
traditional and holistic therapies. Patients
experience quick, long lasting results when
they regularly practice Tai Chi in
conjunction with their medical treatments.
Scientific Research has proven that Tai Chi:
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Significantly improves quality of life
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Enhances natural healing capabilities
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Safe and enjoyable cardiovascular,
weight bearing exercise
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Relieves hypertension
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Decreases stress
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Improves sleep
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Regulates blood pressure
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Lowers cholesterol
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Regulates metabolism and helps weight
loss
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Encourages circulation of blood and
lymph
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Reduces pain and stiffness in joints
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Improves balance (thus preventing falls)
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Increases stability of lower back and
corrects posture
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Increases muscle strength
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Increases bone density
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Increases flexibility
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Enhances freedom of movement and normal
physical function
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Provides low-impact, weight bearing
exercise
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Improves concentration and memory
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Greater self-awareness
1 Research regarding the health benefits of
Tai Chi can be found through the National
Institute of Health's web site:
www.nlm.nih.gov using the search term Tai
Chi. The following are a sampling of
studies:
Song R, Lee EO, Lam P, Bae SC. Effects of
tai chi exercise on pain, balance, muscle
strength, and perceived difficulties in
physical functioning in older women with
osteoarthritis: a randomized clinical trial.
J Rheumatol. 2003 Sep;30(9):2039-44.
Hartman CA, Manos TM, Winter C, Hartman DM,
Li B, Smith JC. Effects of Tai Chi training
on function and quality of life indicators
in older adults with osteoarthritis, 2000
Dec;48(12):1553-9.
Audette JF, Jin YS, Newcomer, Stein L,
Duncan G, Frontera WR. Tai Chi versus brisk
walking in elderly women. 2006 Apr 19; [Epub
ahead of print] [Medline]
Wall RB. Tai Chi and mindfulness-based
stress reduction in a Boston Public Middle
School. J Pediatr Health Care. 2005
Jul-Aug;19(4):230-7. |
