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Tai
chi benefits for arthritis - improving pain and disability
among arthritis sufferers
A new study by The George Institute for International Health
has found Tai Chi to have positive health benefits for
musculoskeletal pain. The results of the first comprehensive
analysis of Tai Chi suggest that it produces positive
effects for improving pain and disability among arthritis
sufferers.
The researchers are now embarking on a new trial to establish
if similar benefits can be seen among people with chronic
low back pain.
"This is the first robust evidence to support the beneficial
effects of Tai Chi. Our study proves that Tai Chi relieves
pain and disability among people with arthritis and shows
a positive trend towards effects for overall physical health.
We now want to see if these benefits are the same for people
suffering from low back pain", said author Dr Chris Maher at
The George Institute.
Musculoskeletal pain, such as that experienced by
people with arthritis, places a severe burden on the patient
and community and is recognised as an international health
priority. Arthritis is the major cause of disability and
chronic pain in Australia, with 3.85million Australians
affected. Low back pain is the most prevalent and costly
musculoskeletal condition in Australia, estimated to cost up
to $1billion per annum with indirect costs exceeding
$8billion.
"This research should reassure people with musculoskeletal
conditions such as arthritis to seek exercise to relieve
the pain. The fact that Tai Chi is inexpensive,
convenient, enjoyable and conveys other psychological and
social benefits supports the use this type of intervention for
pain conditions", added Ms Amanda Hall, The George
Institute.
Tai Chi is a form of exercise that is regularly practiced in
China for general health purposes and has gained increasing
popularity in North America and Australia and thus a growing
body of research aimed at investigating its health benefits
has emerged.
Tai Chi is a versatile activity that can be easily
incorporated into people's daily activities. Usually preformed
in a group, Tai Chi can also be practiced individually, which
differs from traditional exercise therapy approaches in
clinic.
The George Institute for International Health
16 06 09
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