OBJECTIVE Evaluating the effects of Tai Chi exercise on physical fitness, blood pressure, and perceived health in community-dwelling elderly. DESIGN A randomized controlled trial. SETTING Community-dwelling elderly in Vinh city, Vietnam. PARTICIPANTS Ninety-six community-dwelling participants aged 60 to 79 years (68.9 ± 5.1 years) were recruited. INTERVENTION SUBJECTS WERE DIVIDED RANDO...

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Tai Chi Chuan, a traditional Chinese exercise, is thought to improve cardiopulmonary function in patients with chronic disease. This study investigated the effect of Tai Chi Chuan on the pulmonary function and daily symptoms of asthmatic children. METHODS Thirty asthmatic children were enrolled into the study. Fifteen of the 30 children participated in a 12-week Tai Chi...

OBJECTIVES To evaluate the effects of a behavioral intervention, Tai Chi, on resting and vaccine-stimulated levels of cell-mediated immunity (CMI) to varicella zoster virus (VZV) and on health functioning in older adults. DESIGN A prospective, randomized, controlled trial with allocation to two arms (Tai Chi and health education) for 25 weeks. After 16 weeks of intervention, subjects were vac...

• Objective: To ascertain the relative costs versus benefits of implementing a tai chi program in a typical nursing home. • Design: Literature-based cost-benefit analysis. • Data sources: Direct benefits were calculated from literature-based estimates and were restricted to hip fracture costs averted. Indirect benefits were calculated using the concept of willingness to pay to prevent morbidity...

Tai Chi is a low-impact and moderate intensity exercise that has shown positive effects in patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Recently have been developed clinical studies on the benefits of Tai Chi techniques combined with hydrotherapy. Both types of treatment include physical training of balance, mobility, strength, coordination and sensory input that could complement each other. This r...

OBJECTIVES To evaluate the effects on blood pressure, lipid profile, and anxiety status on subjects received a 12-week Tai Chi Chuan exercise program. DESIGN Randomized controlled study of a Tai Chi Chuan group and a group of sedentary life controls. SETTING Taipei Medical University Hospitals and University campus in the Taipei, Taiwan, area. SUBJECTS Two (2) selected groups of 76 health...

It is important to identify effective non-pharmacological alternatives to stimulant medications that reduce symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). In this study of healthy young adults, we measured the effects of training in tai chi, which involves mindful attention to the body during movement. Using a non-randomized, controlled, parallel design, students in a 15-week intr...

This study examined the effects of a 24-week Tai Chi intervention on physical function in individuals with peripheral neuropathy. Twenty-five women and men with peripheral neuropathy were recruited. Plantar pressure detection threshold was assessed with a 5.07 gauge monofilament. Functional gait was assessed by the 6-min walk and timed up-and-go tests. Isokinetic leg strength and standing balan...

OBJECTIVE To examine feasibility, qualitative feedback and satisfaction associated with a 4-session introduction to Tai Chi for veterans with post-traumatic stress symptoms. DESIGN We observed and reported recruitment and retention rates, participant characteristics, adherence, and satisfaction across 2 cohorts. We also examined qualitative feedback provided by questionnaires, focus groups an...

Background. This study examined whether simplified Tai Chi resistance training is superior to traditional Tai Chi in slowing bone loss in postmenopausal women. Methods. This prospective trial included 119 postmenopausal women (age: 52-65 years). Subjects were randomly assigned to participate in a traditional Tai Chi program (TTC, n = 40), a simplified Tai Chi resistance training program (TCRT, ...