Clinical Evidence for Health Improvement with Tai Chi Practice

Clinical trials of older adults indicate Tai Chi practice improves posture, balance, flexibility, muscle mass and tone, stamina, and strength. When a group participating in Tai Chi was compared to a group taking part in a stretching exercise class, the tai chi group had better balance and fewer falls than the stretching group. Another randomized clinical trial found that Tai Chi led to a sense of improved well-being and increased motivation to continue exercising. Improvements have also been seen for chronic diseases such as arthritis, osteoporosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and peripheral artery disease. Research has found that Tai Chi can reduce stress, improve sleep and provide the same cardiovascular benefits as moderate exercise, such as reduced heart rate and blood pressure. Evidence also suggests that tai chi is helpful when used with conventional treatments for cancer.
 
Source: American Cancer Society:
http://www.cancer.org/docroot/ETO/content/ETO_5_3X_Tai_Chi.asp 5
 
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