Tai Chi intervention increases progenitor CD34(+) cells in young adults

TCC practice sustained for more than 1 year may be an intervention against aging as effective as BW in terms of its benefits on the improvement of CD34(+) number.

The use of Tai Chi to improve health in older adults

The use of Tai Chi to improve health in older adults.

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 effects of a 6-month Tai Chi Qigong training program on temporomandibular, cervical, and shoulder joint mobility and sleep problems in nasopharyngeal cancer survivors.

The 6-month TC Qigong intervention improved neck mobility, maintained TMJ and shoulder joint mobility, and reduced sleep problems for NPC survivors. TC Qigong could be an effective nonpharmacological intervention for managing progressive trismus, chronic neck and shoulder hypomobility, and reducing sleep problems among NPC survivors.

Balance training to maintain mobility and prevent disability

Class-based exercise programs in senior centers or exercise centers have improved balance and physical performance, and some have reduced falls. Programs such as tai chi and social dance look promising and should be further investigated.

Comprehensive therapeutic benefits of Taiji: a critical review

 Controlled research evidence was found to confirm therapeutic benefits of Taiji practice with regard to improving quality of life, physical function including activity tolerance and cardiovascular function, pain management, balance and risk of falls reduction, enhancing immune response, and improving flexibility, strength, and kinesthetic sense. 

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.

Impact of Qigong on quality of life, pain and depressive symptoms in older adults admitted to an intermediate care rehabilitation unit: a randomized controlled trial.

Qigong has been used as a complementary therapy to improve different health-related problems. This study aims to test the effects of Qigong on quality of life, pain and depressive symptoms in older hospitalized patients.

Physical benefits of Tai Chi Chuan for individuals with lower-limb disabilities

People with lower limp disabilities may see improvement

in shoulder range motion and external rotation.
shoulder flexibility and muscle strength
were enhaced in this study too.