Tai Chi training can improve postural control

摘要

A traditional Chinese form of physical activity is Tai Chi Chuan (TCC). The basic TCC exercise is aseries of graceful movements linked together in a continuous sequence so that the body isconstantly shifting from foot to foot, with a lower center of gravity. Deep breathing and mentalconcentration are required to achieve harmony between body and mind in TCC exercise. There isevidence that TCC exercise program may improve postural control (Wayne, et al., 2004; Kendrick,et al., 2014) and minimize the risk of falls (Park, et al., 2013). At present, few data exist to supportthe contention that TCC specifically targets the impairments, functional limitations, disability, andquality of life associated with peripheral vestibulopathy, main reason for balance disorders(Wayne, et al., 2004). The objective of this study was to examine whether 4 months of TCC practicecould improve balance control in the healthy subjects. This study explored whether the Tai Chiexercise program would affect the ability to minimize postural sway and changes in complexity‐based COP measures.