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Practical Tai Chi and Baduanjin Qigong Routines for Managing Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis (OA) affects millions worldwide, causing pain and limiting mobility. Recent research highlights two gentle exercise practices—Tai Chi and Baduanjin Qigong—as effective tools for OA management. A tutorial with details…

Tutorial: Practical Tai Chi and Baduanjin Qigong Routines for Managing Osteoarthritis

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Knee Joint Safety in Tai Chi: Insights from Forward Bow Step Research

Tai Chi’s forward bow step, a key movement for enhancing stability and flexibility, places varying biomechanical demands on the knee joint depending on posture. A recent study reported by Frontiers…

Tutorial: Knee Joint Safety in Tai Chi: Insights from Forward Bow Step Research

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Qigong for Post-Burn Recovery

Understanding the Challenge Decreased bone mineral density (BMD) is a common issue following severe burns, leading to significant complications and posing a global health problem. Additionally, balance can be further…

Tutorial: Fewer Forms and Shorter Duration:An Optimal Tai Chi Solution for Knee Osteoarthritis

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Fewer Forms and Shorter Duration: An Optimized Tai Chi Solution for Knee Osteoarthritis

Discovering the Power of Optimized Tai Chi Tai Chi is widely recognized for its numerous health benefits, including pain reduction in individuals with knee osteoarthritis (OA). However, previous studies have…

Tutorial: Using Qigong to Manage Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders

Qigong for Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders

In today’s fast-paced world, work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are increasingly common, often leading to significant pain and discomfort. These disorders typically affect the lower back, neck, upper limbs, and synovial…

Tutorial: A Tai Chi & Qigong Exercise Customized for Young People: Short-term, Targeting Core Strength, Explosive Force and Anxiety