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A recent study has shown that tai chi, an ancient Chinese martial art form, may benefit people with osteoarthritis.
Researchers at Tufts Medical Center in Boston studied the effects of tai chi on 40 people with severe knee osteoarthritis. The participants were split into two groups. One group practiced tai chi for one hour, twice a week for a total of 12 weeks. The second group (the control group) performed conventional stretching exercises.
The first group showed more relief from pain and depression, as well as better physical function, and a better physical quality of life. Follow-ups conducted with participants who continued to practice tai chi 24 and 48 weeks later showed them suffering from less pain and in better physical function.
SOURCE: Wang C. Tai chi is effective in treating knee osteoarthritis: a randomized controlled trial. To be presented at: American College of Rheumatology Annual Scientific Meeting, San Francisco, Oct. 24-29, 2008.
My Views
Tai-Chi is an ancient form of gentle Chinese exercise using slow movements of the body. It’s a form of simplified internal Chinese martial art. Benefits include increase circulation and enhance join movement. Millions of Chinese practice Tai-chi everyday. It only takes about 30 minutes. I highly recommend it.
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