Impact of Diet, Tai Chi and Other Exercises on Cognition and Brain Health in Older Adults
The ability to preserve cognitive function and protect brain structure from the effects of the aging process and neurodegenerative disease is the goal of non-pharmacologic, lifestyle interventions focused on brain…
Coherence between Brain and Muscles from Wheelchair Tai Chi in Patients with Spinal Cord Injury
Wheelchair Tai Chi (WCTC) has been proved to have benefits for the brain and motor system of spinal cord injury (SCI) patients. However, the characteristics of corticomuscular coupling during WCTC…
Enhanced White Matter Microstructure in Tai Chi Practitioners to Reduce Cognitive Impairment
Tai Chi Chuan (TCC) is an increasingly popular multimodal mind-body practice with potential cognitive benefits, yet the neurobiological mechanisms underlying these effects, particularly in relation to brain white matter microstructure,…
Tai Chi and Qigong: A Path to Enhanced Mobility for Stroke Survivors
Introduction Stroke survivors often face significant challenges in regaining mobility and physical function following a stroke. While conventional rehabilitation therapies play a crucial role in recovery, emerging evidence suggests that…
Tai Chi as a Holistic Approach to Managing Poststroke Depression
Introduction Depression is a common and debilitating complication experienced by many stroke survivors, persisting long after the acute phase of the condition. Despite advancements in pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy, conventional treatments…