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54 Diseases Researched for Tai Chi
NameACCKFocus
Osteoarthritis570Locked
Osteoporosis560Locked
Bone Fractures340Locked
Heart Failure340Locked
C-Reactive Protein331Locked
Inflammation331Locked
Breast Cancer230Locked
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease230Locked
Osteoarthritis: Knee330Locked
Insomnia322Locked
Arthritis: Rheumatoid220Locked
Cancers: All120Locked
Chronic Pain120Locked
DNA damage220Locked
Diabetes Mellitus: Type 2220Locked
Elderly: Age Specific Diseases120Locked
Herpes Zoster220Locked
Hypertension220Locked
Pain: Lower Back 120Locked
Parkinson's Disease220Locked
Shingles220Locked
Advanced Glycation End products (AGE)110Locked
Aging110Locked
Arthritis110Locked
Asthma: Childhood110Locked
Brain Injury: Traumatic110Locked
Breast Cancer: Recovery 110Locked
Chronic Disease110Locked
Cognitive Decline/Dysfunction110Locked
Depression: Multiple Sclerosis110Locked
Dyslipidemias110Locked
Fatigue110Locked
Fatigue: Cancer-Associated110Locked
Fibromyalgia110Locked
Hepatitis B 110Locked
Hyperglycemia110Locked
Metabolic Syndrome X110Locked
Multiple Sclerosis110Locked
Myocardial Infarction110Locked
Obesity110Locked
Osteopenia110Locked
Oxidative Stress110Locked
Pain: Musculoskeletal110Locked
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD)110Locked
Posture Disorders110Locked
Prostate Cancer110Locked
Psychological Trauma: Torture/War Trauma110Locked
Quality of Life: Poor110Locked
Radiotherapy110Locked
Rheumatoid Arthritis110Locked
Spondylitis: Ankylosing110Locked
Stroke: Recovery110Locked
Sleep Disorders12Locked
Stroke: Attenuation/Recovery 11Locked
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View the Evidence:
117 Abstracts with Tai Chi Research

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A growing body of evidence supports qigong and tai chi performed as qigong as valid complementary or alternative therapeutic exercises.May 31, 2019

Pubmed Data : Altern Ther Health Med. 2019 Jun 1. Epub 2019 Jun 1. PMID: 31221939
Article Published Date : May 31, 2019
Study Type : Meta Analysis
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Diseases : Cancers: All, Cardiovascular Diseases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Parkinson's Disease
Therapeutic Actions : Qigong, Tai Chi
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Association of traditional Chinese exercises with glycemic responses in people with type 2 diabetes.Sep 30, 2018

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Pubmed Data : J Sport Health Sci. 2018 Oct ;7(4):442-452. Epub 2018 Aug 25. PMID: 30450253
Article Published Date : Sep 30, 2018
Study Type : Meta Analysis, Review
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Diseases : Diabetes Mellitus: Type 2
Therapeutic Actions : Qigong, Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Hypoglycemic Agents
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Clinicians may consider Tai Chi as a viable complementary and alternative medicine for chronic pain conditions.Dec 31, 2015

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Pubmed Data : Sci Rep. 2016 ;6:25325. Epub 2016 Apr 29. PMID: 27125299
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2015
Study Type : Meta Analysis, Review
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Diseases : Chronic Pain, Osteoarthritis, Pain: Lower Back
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Analgesics
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Effects of Tai Chi on essential hypertension and related risk factors.Apr 26, 2020

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Pubmed Data : J Rehabil Med. 2020 Apr 27. Epub 2020 Apr 27. PMID: 32338292
Article Published Date : Apr 26, 2020
Study Type : Meta Analysis
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Diseases : Hypertension
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Antihypertensive Agents
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Mind-body therapies can be effective in treating insomnia and improving sleep quality for healthy individuals and clinical patients.Dec 31, 2018

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Pubmed Data : Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2019 ;2019:9359807. Epub 2019 Feb 13. PMID: 30894878
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2018
Study Type : Meta Analysis, Review
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Diseases : Insomnia
Therapeutic Actions : Mind-Body Therapies, Qigong, Tai Chi
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Mind-body therapies reduce markers of inflammation and influence virus-specific immune responses to vaccination.Dec 31, 2013

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Pubmed Data : PLoS One. 2014 ;9(7):e100903. Epub 2014 Jul 2. PMID: 24988414
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2013
Study Type : Meta Analysis
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Diseases : C-Reactive Protein, Inflammation
Therapeutic Actions : Mind-Body Therapies, Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Immunomodulatory, Interleukin-6 Downregulation, Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) Alpha Inhibitor
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Qigong and Tai Chi in cancer care shows great promise with short-term effects in treating many cancer-related symptoms.Apr 05, 2019

Pubmed Data : Curr Oncol Rep. 2019 Apr 6 ;21(6):48. Epub 2019 Apr 6. PMID: 30955106
Article Published Date : Apr 05, 2019
Study Type : Meta Analysis, Review
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Diseases : Cancers: All
Therapeutic Actions : Qigong, Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Chemotherapeutic
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Short term tai chi may have positive but moderate benefits in upper limb functional mobility in patients with breast cancer.Dec 31, 2014

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Pubmed Data : Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2015 ;2015:535237. Epub 2015 Feb 22. PMID: 25793000
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2014
Study Type : Meta Analysis, Review
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Diseases : Breast Cancer
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Significant effects of Tai Chi have been found in improving aerobic endurance and psychosocial well-being among coronary heart disease patients. Nov 30, 2017

Pubmed Data : Eur J Cardiovasc Nurs. 2017 Dec 1:1474515117749592. Epub 2017 Dec 1. PMID: 29256626
Article Published Date : Nov 30, 2017
Study Type : Meta Analysis, Review
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Diseases : Coronary Artery Disease
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi and Qigong is beneficial for improving motor function, depression and quality of life for individuals with Parkinson's disease.May 24, 2017

Pubmed Data : Parkinsonism Relat Disord. 2017 May 25. Epub 2017 May 25. PMID: 28602515
Article Published Date : May 24, 2017
Study Type : Meta Analysis, Review
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Diseases : Parkinson's Disease
Therapeutic Actions : Qigong, Tai Chi
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Tai Chi and Qigong shows promise in addressing cancer-related symptoms and quality of life in cancer survivors.Dec 07, 2017

Pubmed Data : J Cancer Surviv. 2017 Dec 8. Epub 2017 Dec 8. PMID: 29222705
Article Published Date : Dec 07, 2017
Study Type : Meta Analysis, Review
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Diseases : Cancer: Fatigue, Cancers: All
Therapeutic Actions : Qigong, Tai Chi
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Tai Chi Chuan is a worthy complementary non-pharmacological resource towards depression and anxiety.Aug 20, 2019

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Pubmed Data : Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2019 Aug 21 ;16(17). Epub 2019 Aug 21. PMID: 31438638
Article Published Date : Aug 20, 2019
Study Type : Meta Analysis
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Diseases : Anxiety, Depression
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Anxiety Agents, Antidepressive Agents
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Tai Chi exercise lowered blood triglyceride level with a trend to decrease blood total cholesterol level.Jul 31, 2016

Pubmed Data : J Zhejiang Univ Sci B. 2016 Aug ;17(8):640-8. PMID: 27487809
Article Published Date : Jul 31, 2016
Study Type : Meta Analysis
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Diseases : Triglycerides: Elevated
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Anticholesteremic Agents, Hypolipidemic
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Tai Chi exercise might have a significant impact in improving balance efficiency by increasing BBS score and reducing fall rate in stroke patients. Dec 02, 2018

Pubmed Data : Med Sci Monit Basic Res. 2018 Dec 3 ;24:210-215. Epub 2018 Dec 3. PMID: 30504762
Article Published Date : Dec 02, 2018
Study Type : Meta Analysis
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Diseases : Stroke: Attenuation/Recovery
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai chi is effective in improving balance of older adults and in the absence of other interventions, reduces falls in the nonfrail elderly.Jan 01, 2011

Pubmed Data : Altern Ther Health Med. 2011 Jan-Feb;17(1):40-8. PMID: 21614943
Article Published Date : Jan 01, 2011
Study Type : Meta Analysis
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Diseases : Bone Fractures, Elderly: Age Specific Diseases, Osteoporosis
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Additional Keywords : Risk Reduction
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Tai Chi seems a good choice for coronary disease rehabilitation in improving cardiorespiratory fitness.Dec 31, 2016

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Pubmed Data : Front Physiol. 2017 ;8:1091. Epub 2018 Jan 4. PMID: 29354065
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2016
Study Type : Meta Analysis, Review
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Diseases : Coronary Artery Disease
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi was beneficial for chronic conditions-cancer, osteoarthritis, heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Sep 16, 2015

Pubmed Data : Br J Sports Med. 2015 Sep 17. Epub 2015 Sep 17. PMID: 26383108
Article Published Date : Sep 16, 2015
Study Type : Meta Analysis, Review
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Diseases : Cancers: All, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Heart Failure, Osteoarthritis
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Ji Quan is a viable antihypertensive lifestyle therapy that produces clinically meaningful blood pressure reductions.Apr 29, 2020

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Pubmed Data : J Sport Health Sci. 2020 Apr 30. Epub 2020 Apr 30. PMID: 32360952
Article Published Date : Apr 29, 2020
Study Type : Meta Analysis, Review
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Diseases : Hypertension
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Antihypertensive Agents
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The findings suggest potentially beneficial effect of Qigong exercise on symptoms of anxiety among individuals with drug abuse.May 28, 2020

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Pubmed Data : BMC Complement Med Ther. 2020 May 29 ;20(1):161. Epub 2020 May 29. PMID: 32471415
Article Published Date : May 28, 2020
Study Type : Meta Analysis, Review
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Diseases : Anxiety, Depression, Drug Abuse
Therapeutic Actions : Qigong, Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Anxiety Agents, Antidepressive Agents
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The results support the benefits of Tai Chi intervention to improve balance in patients with type 2 diabetes.Mar 02, 2020

Pubmed Data : J Aging Phys Act. 2020 Mar 3:1-11. Epub 2020 Mar 3. PMID: 32131053
Article Published Date : Mar 02, 2020
Study Type : Meta Analysis, Review
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Diseases : Diabetes Mellitus: Type 2
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Additional Keywords : Risk Reduction
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This study suggests that meditation and mind-body exercises are effective to improve cognition of older adults aged 60 years or above.Feb 22, 2019

Pubmed Data : Gerontologist. 2019 Feb 23. Epub 2019 Feb 23. PMID: 30796782
Article Published Date : Feb 22, 2019
Study Type : Meta Analysis
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Diseases : Cognitive Decline/Dysfunction
Therapeutic Actions : Meditation , Mind-Body Therapies, Tai Chi, Yoga
Pharmacological Actions : Neuroprotective Agents
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Tai Chi and Qigong medical exercise improves indicators of metabolic syndrome and glycemic control in adults with raised blood glucose levels. Nov 01, 2009

Pubmed Data : Br J Sports Med. 2009 Nov;43(11):840-4. Epub 2008 Apr 2. PMID: 20547669
Article Published Date : Nov 01, 2009
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Metabolic Syndrome X
Therapeutic Actions : Qigong, Tai Chi
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"Tai chi training appears to reduce balance impairments in patients with mild-to-moderate Parkinson's disease, with additional benefits of improved functional capacity and reduced falls."Feb 09, 2012

Pubmed Data : N Engl J Med. 2012 Feb 9 ;366(6):511-9. PMID: 22316445
Article Published Date : Feb 09, 2012
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Parkinson's Disease, Posture Disorders
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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A moderate T'ai Chi intervention can enhance arthritis self-efficacy, quality of life, and functional mobility among older adults with osteoarthritis.Dec 01, 2000

Pubmed Data : J Am Geriatr Soc. 2000 Dec;48(12):1553-9. PMID: 11129742
Article Published Date : Dec 01, 2000
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Osteoarthritis, Quality of Life: Poor
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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A Qigong exercise intervention programme may improve mood and self-esteem for individuals with traumatic brain injury. Jul 01, 2009

Pubmed Data : Clin Rehabil. 2009 Jul;23(7):589-98. Epub 2009 Feb 23. PMID: 19237436
Article Published Date : Jul 01, 2009
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Brain Injury: Traumatic
Therapeutic Actions : Qigong, Tai Chi
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Augmented reality-assisted training with selected Tai-Chi movements improves balance control and increases lower limb muscle strength in older adults.Aug 31, 2020

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Pubmed Data : J Exerc Sci Fit. 2020 Sep ;18(3):142-147. Epub 2020 May 21. PMID: 32514277
Article Published Date : Aug 31, 2020
Study Type : Human Study
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Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Additional Keywords : Risk Reduction
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Both QG/TCE and SQG showed improvement for two prevalent symptoms among breast cancer survivors, depression and sleep dysfunction.Mar 31, 2015

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Pubmed Data : Ann Behav Med. 2015 Apr ;49(2):165-76. PMID: 25124456
Article Published Date : Mar 31, 2015
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Breast Cancer, Fatigue: Cancer-Associated
Therapeutic Actions : Qigong, Tai Chi
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Both tai chi and resistance band groups saw reduced depression symptoms compared with treatment as usual.Aug 06, 2019

Pubmed Data : J Cardiopulm Rehabil Prev. 2019 Aug 7. Epub 2019 Aug 7. PMID: 31397771
Article Published Date : Aug 06, 2019
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Depression, Heart Failure
Therapeutic Actions : Exercise: Resistance Training, Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Antidepressive Agents
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Cognitive therapy and tai chi led to improvements in risk scores associated with cardiovascular, metabolic, and inflammatory disease risks. Apr 30, 2015

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Pubmed Data : Psychoneuroendocrinology. 2015 May ;55:184-92. Epub 2015 Feb 25. PMID: 25770704
Article Published Date : Apr 30, 2015
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Chronic Disease, Insomnia
Therapeutic Actions : Cognitive Behavioural Approaches, Tai Chi
Additional Keywords : Risk Factors, Risk Reduction
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Combined music and Tai Chi reduced depressive symptoms among community-dwelling older persons.Feb 12, 2018

Pubmed Data : Issues Ment Health Nurs. 2018 Feb 13:1-5. Epub 2018 Feb 13. PMID: 29436896
Article Published Date : Feb 12, 2018
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Depression
Therapeutic Actions : Music, Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Antidepressive Agents
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Cycling and Tai Chi Chuan exercises suppress human hepatitis B virus surface antigen. Nov 05, 2008

Pubmed Data : Chin Med J (Engl). 2008 Nov 5;121(21):2172-9. PMID: 19080180
Article Published Date : Nov 05, 2008
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Hepatitis B
Therapeutic Actions : Exercise: Cycling, Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) Alpha Inhibitor
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Effect of home-based Tai Chi, Yoga or conventional balance exercise on functional balance and mobility among persons with idiopathic Parkinson’s disease.May 31, 2020

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Pubmed Data : Hong Kong Physiother J. 2020 Jun ;40(1):39-49. Epub 2020 Feb 20. PMID: 32489239
Article Published Date : May 31, 2020
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Parkinson's Disease
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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In Fibromyalgia Syndrome patients Tai Ji Quan should be regarded as an effective rehabilitation method.Jul 31, 2016

Pubmed Data : Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2016 Aug ;24:109-15. Epub 2016 May 27. PMID: 27502810
Article Published Date : Jul 31, 2016
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Fibromyalgia
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Additional Keywords : Significant Treatment Outcome
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In healthy nonsedentary adults, long-term tai chi training may help preserve cognitive functionJun 30, 2015

Pubmed Data : Glob Adv Health Med. 2015 Jul ;4(4):38-48. PMID: 26331103
Article Published Date : Jun 30, 2015
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Cognitive Decline/Dysfunction
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Additional Keywords : Risk Reduction
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Long term Tai Chi exercise reduced DNA damage and increased lymphocyte apoptosis and proliferation in older adults.Oct 01, 2008

Pubmed Data : Med J Malaysia. 2008 Oct;63(4):319-24. PMID: 19385493
Article Published Date : Oct 01, 2008
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : DNA damage
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Long-term tai chi training is associated with better dual-task postural control and cognition in aging adults.May 31, 2018

Pubmed Data : Adv Mind Body Med. 2018 Summer;32(3):4-11. PMID: 31370032
Article Published Date : May 31, 2018
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Aging: Brain
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Neuroprotective Agents
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Participation in once per week tai chi classes for 16 weeks can prevent falls in relatively healthy community-dwelling older people.Aug 01, 2007

Pubmed Data : J Am Geriatr Soc. 2007 Aug;55(8):1185-91. PMID: 17661956
Article Published Date : Aug 01, 2007
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Bone Fractures
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Additional Keywords : Risk Reduction
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Pilates and taiji quan (tai chi) may improve physical and mental characteristics in college students.Apr 01, 2009

Pubmed Data : J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2009 Apr;13(2):155-63. Epub 2008 Feb 20. PMID: 19329051
Article Published Date : Apr 01, 2009
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Therapeutic Actions : Pilates, Tai Chi
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Practicing Tai Chi consumes a smaller amount of energy metabolism but similar health benefits as self-paced brisk walking.Jul 31, 2016

Pubmed Data : Complement Ther Med. 2016 Aug ;27:43-50. Epub 2016 May 20. PMID: 27515875
Article Published Date : Jul 31, 2016
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Qigong and Tai chi during radiation for prostate cancer resulted in superior sleep duration midway through radiation.Aug 21, 2016

Pubmed Data : Psychooncology. 2016 Aug 22. Epub 2016 Aug 22. PMID: 27548839
Article Published Date : Aug 21, 2016
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Prostate Cancer, Radiotherapy
Therapeutic Actions : Qigong, Tai Chi
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Short-form Tai Chi improves standing balance of people with chronic stroke.Jun 01, 2009

Pubmed Data : Neurorehabil Neural Repair. 2009 Jun;23(5):515-22. Epub 2009 Jan 7. PMID: 19129308
Article Published Date : Jun 01, 2009
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Stroke: Recovery
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Superior effects of modified Chen-Style Tai Chi versus 24-style Tai Chi on cognitive function, fitness, and balance performance in adults over 55.May 03, 2019

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Pubmed Data : Brain Sci. 2019 May 4 ;9(5). Epub 2019 May 4. PMID: 31060221
Article Published Date : May 03, 2019
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Aging: Brain , Cognitive Decline/Dysfunction
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Neuroprotective Agents
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Survivors of torture and refugee trauma respond positively to qigong and tai chi. Sep 01, 2008

Pubmed Data : J Altern Complement Med. 2008 Sep;14(7):801-6. PMID: 18803491
Article Published Date : Sep 01, 2008
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD), Psychological Trauma: Torture/War Trauma
Therapeutic Actions : Qigong, Tai Chi
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T'ai chi improves muscle strength, bone mineral density, and fear of falling in women with osteoarthritis.Mar 01, 2010

Pubmed Data : J Altern Complement Med. 2010 Mar;16(3):227-33. PMID: 20192907
Article Published Date : Mar 01, 2010
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi ameliorates coronary heart disease by affecting serum levels of miR-24 and miR-155.Dec 31, 2018

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Pubmed Data : Front Physiol. 2019 ;10:587. Epub 2019 May 29. PMID: 31191331
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2018
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Heart Disease
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Cardioprotective, MicroRNA modulator
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Tai Chi and whole-body vibration are effective treatments for improving muscle strength and physical performance in sarcopenic men in advanced old age.Aug 31, 2019

Pubmed Data : Eur J Ageing. 2019 Sep ;16(3):273-282. Epub 2019 Mar 2. PMID: 31543722
Article Published Date : Aug 31, 2019
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Sarcopenia
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi, Whole-Body Vibration
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Tai Chi appears safe and may be beneficial for functional class I or II rheumatoid arthritis. Jan 01, 2008

Pubmed Data : Med Sport Sci. 2008;52:218-29. PMID: 18487901
Article Published Date : Jan 01, 2008
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Arthritis: Rheumatoid
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi appears to be an appropriate, safe and effective form of exercise for some individuals with mild-moderately severe Parkinson disease.Oct 01, 2008

Pubmed Data : Gait Posture. 2008 Oct;28(3):456-60. Epub 2008 Apr 18. PMID: 18378456
Article Published Date : Oct 01, 2008
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Parkinson's Disease
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi as a mild to moderate mind-body exercise is suitable for older individuals who suffer from depression.Jan 06, 2018

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Pubmed Data : Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2018 12 7 ;15(12). Epub 2018 Dec 7. PMID: 30544491
Article Published Date : Jan 06, 2018
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Depression
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Antidepressive Agents
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Tai Chi augments resting levels of varicella zoster virus-specific cell-mediated immunity - Article 1. Apr 01, 2007

Pubmed Data : J Am Geriatr Soc. 2007 Apr;55(4):511-7. PMID: 17397428
Article Published Date : Apr 01, 2007
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Herpes Zoster, Shingles
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi augments resting levels of varicella zoster virus-specific cell-mediated immunity - Article 2. Sep 01, 2003

Pubmed Data : Psychosom Med. 2003 Sep-Oct;65(5):824-30. PMID: 14508027
Article Published Date : Sep 01, 2003
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Herpes Zoster, Shingles
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi can prevent cardiovascular disease and improve cardiopulmonary function of adults with obesity aged 50 years and older.Sep 30, 2019

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Pubmed Data : Medicine (Baltimore). 2019 Oct ;98(42):e17509. PMID: 31626108
Article Published Date : Sep 30, 2019
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Cardiovascular Diseases
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Antihypertensive Agents, Cardioprotective
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Tai Chi Chuan can improve the pulmonary function of asthmatic children. Feb 01, 2008

Pubmed Data : J Microbiol Immunol Infect. 2008 Feb;41(1):88-95. PMID: 18327432
Article Published Date : Feb 01, 2008
Study Type : Human Study
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Diseases : Asthma: Childhood
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai chi chuan exercise improves lung function and asthma control through immune regulation in childhood asthma.Dec 31, 2018

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Pubmed Data : Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2019 ;2019:9146827. Epub 2019 Oct 23. PMID: 31772603
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2018
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Asthma
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Immunomodulatory
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Tai Chi Chuan exercise related change in brain function as assessed by functional near-infrared spectroscopy.Sep 12, 2019

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Pubmed Data : Sci Rep. 2019 Sep 13 ;9(1):13198. Epub 2019 Sep 13. PMID: 31519933
Article Published Date : Sep 12, 2019
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Cognitive Decline/Dysfunction
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Neuroprotective Agents
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Tai chi chuan exercises improve functional outcomes and quality of life in patients with primary total knee arthroplasty due to knee osteoarthritis.Apr 30, 2019

Pubmed Data : Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2019 May ;35:121-125. Epub 2019 Feb 4. PMID: 31003647
Article Published Date : Apr 30, 2019
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Osteoarthritis: Knee
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi Chuan practice was associated with an increase in Vo2 peak in patients with a recent Myocardial Infarction and may constitute an effective form of cardiac rehabilitation.May 31, 2015

Pubmed Data : Am Heart J. 2015 Jun ;169(6):854-60. Epub 2015 Mar 13. PMID: 26027624
Article Published Date : May 31, 2015
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Myocardial Infarction
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Additional Keywords : Significant Treatment Outcome
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Tai chi chun exercise is beneficial for retarding bone loss in weight-bearing bones in early postmenopausal women. May 01, 2004

Pubmed Data : 1: Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2004 May;85(5):717-22. PMID:15129394
Article Published Date : May 01, 2004
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Osteoporosis
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi constitutes a physiologically similar stimulus to treadmill exercise and may therefore be an acceptable modality for pulmonary rehabilitation.Nov 04, 2015

Pubmed Data : Respir Physiol Neurobiol. 2015 Nov 5. Epub 2015 Nov 5. PMID: 26549554
Article Published Date : Nov 04, 2015
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi decreases the number of falls, the risk for falling, and the fear of falling, and it improves functional balance and physical performance in physically inactive persons aged 70 years or older.Feb 01, 2005

Pubmed Data : J Gerontol A Biol Sci Med Sci. 2005 Feb;60(2):187-94. PMID: 15814861
Article Published Date : Feb 01, 2005
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Bone Fractures
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai chi exercise increased antioxidant enzymes activities and improve immunity function in participants.Dec 31, 2015

Pubmed Data : Afr J Tradit Complement Altern Med. 2016 ;13(5):87-90. Epub 2016 Aug 12. PMID: 28487898
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2015
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Aging
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Immunostimulatory
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Tai Chi exercise is an effective nursing intervention that can be used for rheumatoid arthritis patients.Apr 01, 2006

Pubmed Data : Taehan Kanho Hakhoe Chi. 2006 Apr;36(2):278-85. PMID: 16691045
Article Published Date : Apr 01, 2006
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Arthritis: Rheumatoid
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi exercise is conducive to alleviate cancer-related fatigue in nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients undergoing chemoradiotherapy.Feb 28, 2018

Pubmed Data : J Pain Symptom Manage. 2018 Mar ;55(3):737-744. Epub 2017 Nov 6. PMID: 29122618
Article Published Date : Feb 28, 2018
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Cancer: Fatigue, Nasopharyngeal Cancer
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi exercise stimulates endogenous antioxidant enzymes and reduces oxidaitve damage. Jan 01, 2009

Pubmed Data : J Phys Act Health. 2009 Jan;6(1):43-54. PMID: 19211957
Article Published Date : Jan 01, 2009
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Advanced Glycation End products (AGE), DNA damage, Oxidative Stress
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Antioxidants
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Tai Chi had the potential to slow down the progression of symptoms of Parkinson's disease and delayed the introduction of levodopa.Dec 31, 2019

Article Publish Status : This is a free article. Click here to read the complete article.
Pubmed Data : Braz J Med Biol Res. 2020 ;53(2):e9171. Epub 2020 Feb 10. PMID: 32049101
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2019
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Parkinson's Disease
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Neuroprotective Agents
Additional Keywords : Risk Reduction
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Tai Chi has a beneficial effect on blood pressure in older people.Mar 01, 1999

Pubmed Data : J Am Geriatr Soc. 1999 Mar;47(3):277-84. PMID: 10078888
Article Published Date : Mar 01, 1999
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Hypertension
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi has a beneficial effect on bone formation and bone resorption in breast cancer survivors.Jun 01, 2010

Pubmed Data : Clin Breast Cancer. 2010 Jun;10(3):224-9. PMID: 20497921
Article Published Date : Jun 01, 2010
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Breast Cancer: Recovery , Osteopenia, Osteoporosis
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi has a small positive effect on pain and disability in people with arthritis.Jun 15, 2009

Pubmed Data : Arthritis Rheum. 2009 Jun 15;61(6):717-24. PMID: 19479696
Article Published Date : Jun 15, 2009
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Arthritis, Pain: Musculoskeletal
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi has statistically significant benefits on lower extremity range of motion, in particular ankle range of motion, for people with RA.Jan 01, 2004

Pubmed Data : Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2004;(3):CD004849. PMID: 15266544
Article Published Date : Jan 01, 2004
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Rheumatoid Arthritis
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai chi improved treatment outcomes for Chinese Americans with major depressive disorder.Apr 30, 2017

Pubmed Data : J Clin Psychiatry. 2017 May ;78(5):e522-e528. PMID: 28570792
Article Published Date : Apr 30, 2017
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Depression
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Antidepressive Agents
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Tai Chi improves cognition and plasma BDNF in older adults with mild cognitive impairmentJan 31, 2018

Pubmed Data : Neurorehabil Neural Repair. 2018 Feb ;32(2):142-149. Epub 2018 Jan 20. PMID: 29353543
Article Published Date : Jan 31, 2018
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Cognitive Decline/Dysfunction
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Brain-derived neurotrophic factor modulator, Neuroprotective Agents
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Tai Chi improves glucose control and quality of life for individuals with type 2 diabetes.Jun 01, 2009

Pubmed Data : J Altern Complement Med. 2009 Jun;15(6):627-32. PMID: 19500007
Article Published Date : Jun 01, 2009
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Diabetes Mellitus: Type 2
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi Improves Physical Function in Older Chinese Women With Knee Osteoarthritis.Feb 02, 2010

Pubmed Data : J Clin Rheumatol. 2010 Feb 2. Epub 2010 Feb 2. PMID: 20130482
Article Published Date : Feb 02, 2010
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Osteoarthritis: Knee
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi improves sleep quality in older adults with moderate sleep complaints. Jul 01, 2008

Pubmed Data : Sleep. 2008 Jul 1;31(7):1001-8. PMID: 18652095
Article Published Date : Jul 01, 2008
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Insomnia
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi intervention shows benefits on health status of patients with type 2 diabetes.Jan 01, 2008

Pubmed Data : Med Sport Sci. 2008;52:230-8. PMID: 18487902
Article Published Date : Jan 01, 2008
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Diabetes Mellitus: Type 2
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi is an acceptable, holistic treatment to individuals with musculoskeletal pain and posttraumatic stress disorder. Feb 28, 2017

Pubmed Data : J Holist Nurs. 2017 Mar 1:898010117697617. Epub 2017 Mar 1. PMID: 29172896
Article Published Date : Feb 28, 2017
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Pain: Musculoskeletal, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD)
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi is an effective form of exercise to reduce markers of frailty in older age.Jun 30, 2020

Pubmed Data : Exp Gerontol. 2020 Jul 1 ;135:110925. Epub 2020 Mar 14. PMID: 32184194
Article Published Date : Jun 30, 2020
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Aging, Mental Fatigue
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi is effective in managing a number of risk factors associated with hypertension in Chinese older adults.Sep 30, 2015

Article Publish Status : This is a free article. Click here to read the complete article.
Pubmed Data : Am J Cardiol. 2015 Oct 1 ;116(7):1076-81. Epub 2015 Jul 16. PMID: 26251005
Article Published Date : Sep 30, 2015
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Dyslipidemias, Hyperglycemia, Hypertension
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Antihypertensive Agents, Hypolipidemic
Additional Keywords : Risk Reduction
[+]

Tai Chi is potentially beneficial to patients with fibromyalgia. Sep 01, 2003

Pubmed Data : Orthop Nurs. 2003 Sep-Oct;22(5):353-60. PMID: 14595996
Article Published Date : Sep 01, 2003
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Fibromyalgia
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi may contribute to maintaining bone mineral density and reducing fracture rate in postmenopausal women. May 01, 2007

Pubmed Data : Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2007 May;88(5):673-80. PMID: 17466739
Article Published Date : May 01, 2007
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Osteoporosis
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi may enhance quality of life, exercise capacity and sleep stability in patients with chronic heart failure. Jan 01, 2008

Pubmed Data : Med Sport Sci. 2008;52:195-208. PMID: 18487899
Article Published Date : Jan 01, 2008
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Heart Failure
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Additional Keywords : Chronic Heart Failure
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Tai Chi may have beneficial effects on balance, coordination and psychological well-being in patients with MS.Dec 31, 2013

Pubmed Data : BMC Neurol. 2014 ;14:165. Epub 2014 Aug 23. PMID: 25145392
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2013
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Depression: Multiple Sclerosis, Fatigue, Multiple Sclerosis
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi may have therapeutic value in improving ankylosing spondylitis. Dec 01, 2008

Pubmed Data : Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2008 Dec;5(4):457-62. Epub 2007 Jul 13. PMID: 18955296
Article Published Date : Dec 01, 2008
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Spondylitis: Ankylosing
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi may have therapeutic value in improving blood pressure, physical performance and body fat in obese women. Jan 01, 2009

Pubmed Data : Clin J Sport Med. 2009 Jan;19(1):49-53. PMID: 19124984
Article Published Date : Jan 01, 2009
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Obesity
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi plus routine exercise might be an alternative non-pharmacological approach for the motor and non-motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease patients.Oct 24, 2019

Pubmed Data : J Sports Med Phys Fitness. 2019 Oct 25. Epub 2019 Oct 25. PMID: 31665879
Article Published Date : Oct 24, 2019
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Parkinson's Disease
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi prevents the decline in accuracy in finger-pointing toward stationary and moving visual targets.Jan 01, 2010

Pubmed Data : Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2010 Jan;91(1):149-55. PMID: 20103410
Article Published Date : Jan 01, 2010
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Aging
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai chi qigong can be considered a useful non-pharmacological approach for improving sleep quality in older adults with cognitive impairment.Dec 31, 2015

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Pubmed Data : Clin Interv Aging. 2016 ;11:1277-1286. Epub 2016 Sep 16. PMID: 27698557
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2015
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Cognitive Decline/Dysfunction, Sleep Disorders
Therapeutic Actions : Qigong, Tai Chi
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Tai Chi reduces pain and improves physical function, self-efficacy, depression, and health-related quality of life for knee osteoarthritis. Nov 15, 2009

Pubmed Data : Arthritis Rheum. 2009 Nov 15;61(11):1545-53. PMID: 19877092
Article Published Date : Nov 15, 2009
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Osteoarthritis, Osteoarthritis: Knee
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi training is safe and produces significant improvements in symptoms and quality of life in patients with symptomatic heart failure. Nov 01, 2007

Pubmed Data : Postgrad Med J. 2007 Nov;83(985):717-21. PMID: 17989272
Article Published Date : Nov 01, 2007
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Heart Failure
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
[+]

Tai Chi-based rehabilitation programs show promise for improving function and balance outcomes related to fall prevention in stroke survivors.Dec 31, 2018

Pubmed Data : Rehabil Nurs. 2019 Jul/Aug;44(4):221-229. PMID: 31265440
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2018
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Stroke: Attenuation/Recovery
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai-chi can be an effective technique to reduce anxiety and improve self-efficacy and performance among nursing students in simulations.Aug 28, 2019

Pubmed Data : Nurs Educ Perspect. 2019 Aug 29. Epub 2019 Aug 29. PMID: 31469677
Article Published Date : Aug 28, 2019
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Anxiety
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Anxiety Agents
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Tai-chi could be used to improve clinical symptoms, quality of life, and medication adherence in patients with schizophrenia.Sep 01, 2016

Pubmed Data : Psychopathology. 2016 Sep 2. Epub 2016 Sep 2. PMID: 27584836
Article Published Date : Sep 01, 2016
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Schizophrenia
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai-Chi-Chuan could improve the pulmonary function and decrease airway inflammation in both children with mild asthma and those without asthma.Dec 31, 2016

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Pubmed Data : Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2017 ;2017:6287642. Epub 2017 Apr 13. PMID: 28491110
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2016
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Asthma, Asthma: Childhood
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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The effect of T'ai Chi and Qigong training on patients with obstructive sleep apnea.Feb 28, 2019

Pubmed Data : J Altern Complement Med. 2019 Mar ;25(3):317-325. Epub 2018 Nov 14. PMID: 30427696
Article Published Date : Feb 28, 2019
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Sleep Apnea: Obstructive
Therapeutic Actions : Qigong, Tai Chi
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The practice of Tai Chi Yuttari-exercise is effective in maintaining and improving arteriosclerosis status and physical function in older people.Jan 09, 2020

Pubmed Data : Arch Gerontol Geriatr. 2020 Jan 10 ;87:104011. Epub 2020 Jan 10. PMID: 31954228
Article Published Date : Jan 09, 2020
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Arteriosclerosis
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Additional Keywords : Risk Reduction
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The present study adds to the growing body of evidence regarding therapeutic Tai chi for health promotion and disease prevention in aging population.Feb 28, 2019

Article Publish Status : This is a free article. Click here to read the complete article.
Pubmed Data : Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2019 Mar 1 ;16(5). Epub 2019 Mar 1. PMID: 30832288
Article Published Date : Feb 28, 2019
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Aging
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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The results suggest that Tai Chi may reduce levels of β-endorphin in older adults with chronic pain.Aug 19, 2019

Pubmed Data : Aging Clin Exp Res. 2019 Aug 20. Epub 2019 Aug 20. PMID: 31432432
Article Published Date : Aug 19, 2019
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Chronic Pain, Inflammation
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Inflammatory Agents
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The results suggest this Tai Chi program may help improve cognitive function and mental well-being for older adults with mild dementia.Dec 31, 2018

Pubmed Data : J Alzheimers Dis. 2019 ;72(3):947-956. PMID: 31743998
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2018
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Dementia
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Neuroprotective Agents
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These results demonstrate the potential of Tai Chi Chuan and Baduanjin exercise for the prevention of memory deficits in older adults.Dec 31, 2016

Article Publish Status : This is a free article. Click here to read the complete article.
Pubmed Data : J Alzheimers Dis. 2017 ;60(2):389-400. PMID: 28869478
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2016
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Memory Disorders
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Neuroprotective Agents
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These results suggest a beneficial effect of Tai Chi training on cognition among stroke survivors.Dec 31, 2016

Pubmed Data : Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2017 ;2017:9134173. Epub 2017 Nov 15. PMID: 29270204
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2016
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Stroke: Attenuation/Recovery
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Neuroprotective Agents
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These results suggest that tai chi can be used as an adjunct to pharmacological intervention to relieve osteoarthritis pain in elders with cognitive impairment.Jul 31, 2015

Pubmed Data : Complement Ther Med. 2015 Aug ;23(4):570-6. Epub 2015 Jun 9. PMID: 26275650
Article Published Date : Jul 31, 2015
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Osteoarthritis: Knee
Therapeutic Actions : Integrative Medicine, Tai Chi
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This qualitative analysis demonstrates the multifaceted benefits of tai chi for older adults living with chronic low-back pain.May 04, 2020

Pubmed Data : J Altern Complement Med. 2020 May 5. Epub 2020 May 5. PMID: 32379976
Article Published Date : May 04, 2020
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Low Back Pain
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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This study contributes important insights into the potential benefits and mechanisms of tai chi.Aug 24, 2015

Pubmed Data : Am J Health Promot. 2015 Aug 25. Epub 2015 Aug 25. PMID: 26305613
Article Published Date : Aug 24, 2015
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Diseases : C-Reactive Protein, Inflammation
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Interferon Gamma Reducer, Interleukin-4 downregulation, Interleukin-8 downregulation, Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) Alpha Inhibitor
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Tai chi appears to be effective as a nonpharmacological approach to sleep enhancement for sleep-disturbed elderly individuals.Jun 01, 2004

Pubmed Data : J Am Geriatr Soc. 2004 Jun;52(6):892-900. PMID: 15161452
Article Published Date : Jun 01, 2004
Study Type : Animal Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Insomnia, Sleep Disorders
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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Tai Chi Chuan training seems to be a helpful therapeutic program to reduce motor limitations in children with autism spectrum disorder.Mar 31, 2019

Pubmed Data : J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2019 Apr ;23(2):284-290. Epub 2019 Jan 28. PMID: 31103109
Article Published Date : Mar 31, 2019
Study Type : Animal Study
Additional Links
Diseases : Autism Spectrum Disorders
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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A review of 26 randomized controlled trials was conducted to describe the effects of mind-body therapies on circulating, cellular, and genomic markers of inflammation.Jun 22, 2015

Pubmed Data : Brain Behav Immun. 2015 Jun 23. Epub 2015 Jun 23. PMID: 26116436
Article Published Date : Jun 22, 2015
Study Type : Review
Additional Links
Diseases : C-Reactive Protein, Inflammation
Therapeutic Actions : Meditation , Mind-Body Therapies, Qigong, Tai Chi, Yoga
Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Interleukin-6 Downregulation, NF-kappaB Inhibitor
[+]

A review revealing the neural mechanisms underlying the beneficial effects of Tai chi.Dec 31, 2017

Pubmed Data : Am J Chin Med. 2018 ;46(2):231-259. PMID: 29542330
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2017
Study Type : Review
Additional Links
Diseases : Aging: Brain
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Neuroprotective Agents
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Depression and anxiety disorders: Benefits of exercise, yoga, and meditation.May 14, 2019

Pubmed Data : Am Fam Physician. 2019 May 15 ;99(10):620-627. PMID: 31083878
Article Published Date : May 14, 2019
Study Type : Review
Additional Links
Diseases : Anxiety, Depression
Therapeutic Actions : Exercise, Meditation , Qigong, Tai Chi, Yoga
Pharmacological Actions : Antidepressive Agents
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Efficacy of yoga, tai chi and qi gong on the main symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.Apr 30, 2019

Pubmed Data : Respir Med Res. 2019 May ;75:13-25. Epub 2019 Apr 16. PMID: 31235453
Article Published Date : Apr 30, 2019
Study Type : Review
Additional Links
Diseases : Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Therapeutic Actions : Qigong, Tai Chi, Yoga
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Mind and body therapies many positive effects may significantly improve symptoms of ADHD among children.Apr 24, 2017

Article Publish Status : This is a free article. Click here to read the complete article.
Pubmed Data : Children (Basel). 2017 Apr 25 ;4(5). Epub 2017 Apr 25. PMID: 28441363
Article Published Date : Apr 24, 2017
Study Type : Review
Additional Links
Diseases : Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Therapeutic Actions : Exercise, Meditation , Tai Chi, Yoga
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Mind-body interventions in late-life mental illnesses and cognitive disorders.Nov 02, 2018

Pubmed Data : Am J Geriatr Psychiatry. 2018 Nov 3. Epub 2018 Nov 3. PMID: 30527963
Article Published Date : Nov 02, 2018
Study Type : Review
Additional Links
Diseases : Anxiety, Depression
Therapeutic Actions : Meditation , Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Anxiety Agents, Antidepressive Agents
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One year of Tai Chi training has been reported to promote superoxide dismutase activity and lessen lipid peroxidation.Oct 31, 2010

Pubmed Data : J Med Assoc Thai. 2010 Nov ;93 Suppl 6:S242-54. PMID: 21280542
Article Published Date : Oct 31, 2010
Study Type : Review
Additional Links
Diseases : Lipid Peroxidation, Oxidative Stress
Therapeutic Actions : Meditation , Tai Chi, Yoga, Yogic Technique: Sudarshan kriya
Pharmacological Actions : Antioxidants, Malondialdehyde Down-regulation, Superoxide Dismutase Up-regulation
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Tai chi chuan exercise is beneficially associated with the primary prevention of stroke in middle aged and elderly adults by inversing the high risk factors of stroke.Dec 31, 2014

Article Publish Status : This is a free article. Click here to read the complete article.
Pubmed Data : Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2015 ;2015:742152. Epub 2015 Feb 15. PMID: 25784950
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2014
Study Type : Review
Additional Links
Diseases : Stroke: Attenuation/Recovery
Therapeutic Actions : Integrative Medicine, Tai Chi
Additional Keywords : Risk Reduction
[+]

Tai Chi is effective in delaying cognitive decline in older adults with mild cognitive impairment.Dec 31, 2019

Article Publish Status : This is a free article. Click here to read the complete article.
Pubmed Data : Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2020 ;2020:3620534. Epub 2020 Mar 25. PMID: 32308706
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2019
Study Type : Review
Additional Links
Diseases : Cognitive Decline/Dysfunction
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
Pharmacological Actions : Neuroprotective Agents
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Tai Chi may have the potential for distinct therapeutic benefits on the major prevalent symptoms of Gulf War illness.Aug 31, 2019

Article Publish Status : This is a free article. Click here to read the complete article.
Pubmed Data : Integr Med Res. 2019 Sep ;8(3):167-172. Epub 2019 May 30. PMID: 31304089
Article Published Date : Aug 31, 2019
Study Type : Review
Additional Links
Diseases : Gulf War Syndrome
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi
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The review supports that Tai Chi in combination with resistance training improves physical function and muscle strength in adults aged 50 years and older.Dec 09, 2018

Pubmed Data : J Geriatr Phys Ther. 2018 Dec 10. Epub 2018 Dec 10. PMID: 30531200
Article Published Date : Dec 09, 2018
Study Type : Review
Additional Links
Therapeutic Actions : Exercise: Resistance Training, Tai Chi
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Yoga and Tai Chi: a mind-body approach in managing respiratory symptoms in obstructive lung diseases.Feb 29, 2020

Pubmed Data : Curr Opin Pulm Med. 2020 Mar ;26(2):186-192. PMID: 31895882
Article Published Date : Feb 29, 2020
Study Type : Review
Additional Links
Diseases : Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Therapeutic Actions : Tai Chi, Yoga

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