TAI CHI for ARTHRITIS
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How Does Tai Chi for Arthritis Work?
Health and exercise experts advise that an exercise program for people with arthritis should incorporate exercises that improve muscular strength, flexibility, and stamina or fitness. Tai Chi is proven to improve all of these components, as well as having additional health benefits. Tai Chi improves relaxation, balance, posture and immunity.
* Muscle strength is important for supporting and protecting joints, which will reduce pain.
* Flexibility exercises also help to reduce pain and stiffness, enabling you to move easier.
* Stamina or fitness is important for overall health and proper function of your heart, lungs, and muscles.
* Tai Chi facilitates the flow of Qi (Chi) through your body. Qi is the life energy that circulates throughout the body, performing many functions to maintain good health. Practicing tai chi helps to strengthen your Qi, therefore improving your health.
Tai Chi for Arthritis - the Program
There are many forms of Tai Chi, a specially designed program has many advantages. Dr Lam's Tai Chi and medical team have created a simple, safe and effective program for arthritis. Many people have enjoyed learning the program and have gain significant health benefits. The program has been proven by scientific studies to reduce pain and improve quality of life.
Comments from Participants :
“My knee joints (arthritis) are improved when attending regular class ….. Blood pressure is much lower after class.”
“I joined Tai Chi for Arthritis Sept 2005. I am now able to walk briskly and have less pain in hips which were replaced in 1997 and 1999 – right and left respectively. I am now able to knit with no pain in my shoulders.”
“As well as improving flexibility, balance and mobility, Tai Chi has lowered my stress level.”
Arthritis foundations in many countries including USA, UK and Australia, have supported this program. For more information contact your local arthritis foundation or visit
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