Tai chi, which originated in China as a martial art, is a mind-body practice in complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). It is sometimes referred to as “moving meditation”—practitioners move their bodies slowly, gently, and with awareness, while breathing deeply. The following is a general overview of tai chi and suggests sources for additional information. Key Points Many people practice […]
Benefits of Tai Chi for Parkinson’s Disease
Updated March 12, 2014. The ancient martial art of tai chi uses gentle flowing movements to connect the mind and body. It is often described as “movement meditation” or “active meditation” because of the mind-body connection. Over time tai chi has evolved into a graceful form of exercise because of it’s stress reducing properties and it’s ability […]