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Tai Chi

Established evidence

Source covers: Balance · Fall prevention · Chronic pain

What the source covers

NCCIH reviews tai chi research on balance, fall prevention in older adults, and chronic conditions, noting that the quality of individual studies differs.

Potential benefits, as reported

NCCIH reports that tai chi has been studied as a low-impact movement practice for balance and fall prevention, with some trials reporting benefit.

Risks and side effects

Tai chi is generally low risk. NCCIH notes that people with limited mobility or recent injuries should adapt movements with an instructor.

Sources · 1

  • Tai Chi: What You Need To Know

    National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) · nccih.nih.gov

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