Changes in brain volume and cognition in a randomized trial of exercise and social interaction in a community-based sample of non-demented Chinese elders

The findings differ from previous clinical trials in showing increases in brain volume and improvements in cognition with a largely non-aerobic exercise (Shaolin Rou Quan aka Tai Chi). In addition, intellectual stimulation through social interaction was associated with increases in brain volume as well as with some cognitive improvements.

Tai Chi Chuan training improves the pulmonary function of asthmatic children

Children practicing Tai Chi Chuan  have a significant improvement in pulmonary function.

Exercise intervention in brain injury: a pilot randomized study of Tai Chi Qigong

This study provides preliminary evidence that a brief Tai Chi -Qigong exercise intervention programme may improve mood and self-esteem for individuals with traumatic brain injury.

Using a novel exercise programme for patients with muscular dystrophy: a qualitative study

Qigong was accepted as a novel exercise regimen and there was a wide variation of experience regarding it among the participants.One major advantage of qigong is the ability to adapt the different exercises to the physical capability of the practitioner. 

A preliminary study of the effects of Tai Chi and Qigong medical exercise on indicators of metabolic syndrome, glycaemic control, health-related quality of life, and psychological health in adults with elevated blood glucose

A preliminary study of the effects of Tai Chi and Qigong medical exercise on indicators of metabolic syndrome, glycaemic control, health-related quality of life, and psychological health in adults with elevated blood glucose

Tai Chi and Qigong for the treatment and prevention of mental disorders

Evidence suggests that these practices may be effective at treating a range of physical health conditions, and at improving health-related quality of life.

Effect of health Baduanjin Qigong for mild to moderate Parkinson's disease

Ba Duan Jin improved the gait performance, functional mobility and sleep quality in older adults with PD at the 6-month follow up.

It is as an alternative home exercise program for older adults in rehabilitation for Parkingson Disease.

Tai chi exercise for treatment of pain and disability in people with persistent low back pain: a randomized controlled trial

This is the first pragmatic randomized controlled trial of tai chi exercise for people with low back pain.
It showed that a 10-week tai chi program improved pain and disability outcomes and can be considered a safe and effective intervention for those experiencing long-term low back pain symptoms.

Outcomes of a pilot training program in a qigong massage intervention for young children with autism

A qigong massage intervention based on Chinese medicine and delivered by a doctor of Chinese medicine was shown to improve sensory impairment and adaptive behavior in a small controlled study of young children with autism.

Qigong training and effects on stress, neck-shoulder pain and life quality in a computerised office environment

There was a small significant improvement of neck pain and disability following therapy.

Qigong training may reduce neck disability in office workers. 

Primary prevention for risk factors of ischemic stroke with Baduanjin exercise intervention in the community elder population: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial.

A rare form of Qi Gong aspires at serving patients with ischemic stroke in the community elder population with high risk factors.

A pilot evaluation on a stress management programme using a combined approach of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for elementary school teachers.

Mindful exercises including Qi Gong, along with cognitive behavioral therapy may help elementary teachers significantly reduce, depression, anxiety and stress

Psycho-physical and neurophysiological effects of qigong on depressed elders with chronic illness

The results provided preliminary evidence for the hypotheses that the antidepressive effect of qigong exercise could be explained by improvement in psychosocial functioning and possibly down-regulation of hyperactivity of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis.

Complementary and alternative therapies for fibromyalgia syndrome. Systematic review, meta-analysis and guideline

The development of the guidelines was coordinated by the German Interdisciplinary Association for
Pain Therapy ("Deutsche Interdisziplinären Vereinigung für  Schmerztherapie", DIVS),
9 scientific medical societies and 2 patient self-help organizations.

Meditative movement therapies like qi gong  and tai chi, are strongly recommended.

Effects of qigong on depression: a systemic review

Physical exercises and relaxation have been found to be beneficial for depression.
However, there is little evidence on the use of Qigong, a mind-body practice
integrating gentle exercise and relaxation, in the management of depression.
The aim of this paper is to evaluate the effects of Qigong on depression.

Benefit of Qigong exercise in patients with fibromyalgia: a pilot study

Fibromyalgia (FM) patients present with widespread chronic pain and other symptoms. Some studies in the literature have reported inconsistent results after a Qigong exercise intervention in patients with FM.


The purpose of this study was to test the feasibility of a home-based Qigong exercise in patients with FM

Evidence-based practice of Chinese medicine in physical rehabilitation science

the importance of the personalized approach for Chinese medicine and rehabilitation is emphasized together with the need for reproducible methods for pattern differentiation and intervention selection. Chinese medicine resources are recognized as promising methods for therapeutic rehabilitation and can be incorporated into the rehabilitation science.

The management of behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia in residential homes

Does Tai Chi have any role for people with dementia?

There is evidence for the benefits of exercise within care home settings, although only a few studies include those with cognitive impairment. Tai Chi is a mind-body exercise combining relaxed physical movement and meditation, and has been suggested to have many health benefits.

Health benefits of qigong or tai chi for cancer patients: a systematic review and meta-analyses

Mind-body interventions are widely used by cancer patients to reduce symptoms and cope better with disease- and treatment-related symptoms. 
In the last decade, many clinical controlled trials of qigong/tai chi as a cancer treatment have emerged. This study aimed to quantitatively evaluate the effects of qigong/tai chi on the health-related outcomes of cancer patients.

World Tai Ji & Qigong Day 2015 Celebrations

World Tai Chi and Qigong Day [WTCQD], also spelled World Tai Ji and Qi Gong Day, is a global annual event held the last Saturday of April each year to promote the related disciplines of Tai Ji Quan and Qigong in nearly every country since 1999. This year the Masters of Greek Shaolin Cultural Center decided to participate in this beautiful and kind springtime global festival of body and mind health and demonstrates to the community and all the participants the wonders of Shaolin Rou Quan and Shaolin Qi Gong.