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Tai Chi, Qigong and the Treatment of Arthritis.
Tai chi is considered both a martial art and a series of low impact exercises. It is also a tool in the toolbox of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) that has been in existence for hundreds of years. Qigong is also a set of low impact, gentle exercises that have been in existence for thousands of years and is also considered a tool in the TCM toolbox. The present article reviews some studies on the treatment of arthritis that have used tai chi or qigong exercises. The reference section includes an extensive list of publications for further research.
Tai Chi, Qigong and the Treatment of Depression and Anxiety.
Qigong exercises are gentle exercises that have been a part of traditional Chinese medicine [TCM] for thousands of years. Tai chi is a series of gentle movements that improve balance, strength, flexibility and overall health. It incorporates qigong principles and is also a form of TCM. The present study summarizes the results of recent studies on the effect of qigong and tai chi on the treatment of depression
The Use of Yi Jin Jing to Treat Illness: A Summary of Three Studies.
Yi Jin Jing (Yìjīnjīng) is a set of qigong exercises that has been used to treat a variety of illnesses. It has been a part of traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for nearly 2000 years.This paper summarizes three studies on the medical use of Yi Jin Jing. The present paper ispart of a series on the economics of qigong. Other studies in this series are listed at the endof this bibliography