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Tai Chi for Health
The ancient discipline of Tai Chi Chuan (Tai Ji Quan) combines agile steps, joint safe exercise and mental strength to improve mobility, breathing, and relaxation in ways that help you feel in greater control over your daily life.
It’s a joint safe way for people of all ages to enjoy life and meet new friends, while taking control of your physical, emotional and mental health.
Bring a friend and try it!
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The links below provide some information on health benefits of practicing Tai Chi:
Tai Chi May Prevent Falls Among Seniors <WebMD Health News> Jan. 13, 2011
"Tai Chi, a traditional Chinese
martial art, may give older adults' immune system
a boost." "That news comes from experts
at UCLA and the University of California, San Diego."
WebMD 29 Mar. 2007
Study: Tai Chi relieves arthritis pain, improves reach, balance, well-being / UNC
Tai Chi For Arthritis Relief <WebMD Feature>
Kent Hospital: Fibromyalgia and Acupuncture treatment
Tai Chi: Best Fibromyalgia Treatment? "better results than reported in trials of drug treatments for fibromyalgia"
<MedicineNet News
Aug. 18, 2010>
Study: Tai Chi Relieves Arthritis Pain, Improves Reach, Balance, Well-Being
YouTube Video: Benefits of Tai Chi on Arthritis Pain
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The Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program as taught by certified instructor Christopher Carlow, D. Ac. is supported by the following sponsorhip:
Arthritis Foundation - RI
Offering:
Tai Chi classes
Qigong classes
Athritis Foundation Tai Chi Program
Wellness Workshops based on Tai Chi and Traditional Chinese Medical Principles
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The Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program has been shown in scientific studies to:
- reduce pain, stiffness & fatigue.
- improve physical function & muscle strength
- improve flexibility / mobility, & balance.
Tai Chi also promotes correct body posture, integrates body and mind coordination, imparts tranquility of mind, and the cultivation of Qi (known in Oriental Medicine as ‘vital life force’ or ‘energy’; pronounced ‘Chee’).
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Click to view Upcoming Events.
If you are interested in hosting a class at your home or office please contact (401) 219-6446
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Feel Great, Stay Fit, and Keep Moving!
The Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program is a 6-week course based on the Tai Chi for Arthritis program created by Dr. Paul Lam and cosponsored by the Arthritis Foundation, Family Fitness Zone and Women & Infants.
The program uses Sun style Tai Chi because of its slow, gentle movements to strengthen and mobilize joints and muscles, improve physical fitness and improve mental relaxation.
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