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Tai chi: an ancient art may work best to prevent falls in old age
(HealthDay)—The ancient practice of tai chi may beat strength training and aerobics for preventing falls among seniors, a new trial shows.
Sep 10, 2018
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Tai chi as good as or better than aerobic exercise for managing chronic pain
The ancient martial art of tai chi has similar or greater benefits than aerobic exercise for people with the chronic pain condition fibromyalgia, finds a trial published by The BMJ today.
Mar 21, 2018
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Better balance at every age
(HealthDay)—You probably take balance for granted, but it's a motor skill that benefits from training throughout life.
Dec 4, 2017
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Cardiology
Tai chi holds promise as cardiac rehab exercise
The slow and gentle movements of Tai Chi hold promise as an alternative exercise option for patients who decline traditional cardiac rehabilitation, according to preliminary research in Journal of the American Heart Association, ...
Oct 11, 2017
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Tai Chi proves feasible and beneficial for vets with PTSD
Veterans with symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who participated in in Tai Chi not only would recommend it to a friend, but also found the ancient Chinese tradition helped with their symptoms including managing ...
Nov 30, 2016
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Cardiology
Chinese exercises may improve cardiovascular health
Traditional Chinese exercises such as Tai Chi may improve the health and well-being of those living with heart disease, high blood pressure or stroke, according to new research published in the Journal of the American Heart ...
Mar 9, 2016
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Study shows dementia patients benefit from holistic exercise program
While dementia patients can often suffer from depression and declining physical and mental ability, exercise has been shown to help improve both their physical and psychological wellbeing. Researchers at Teesside University ...
May 19, 2014
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Arthritis & Rheumatism
Hospital-based exercise programs benefit people with osteoarthritis
A low-cost exercise program run by Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City has significantly improved pain, function and quality of life in participants with osteoarthritis, according to new research.
Nov 11, 2012
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Tai Chi shown to improve COPD exercise capacity
Tai Chi can be used as an effective form of exercise therapy for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to new findings.
Aug 8, 2012
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Cardiology
Older subjects who regularly practice Tai Chi found to have better arterial compliance
Exercise which can achieve both cardiovascular function and muscle strength "would be a preferred mode of training for older persons", say investigators
Apr 3, 2012
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