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Research: FARRELL et al, Departm
Listed in Issue 51
Abstract
FARRELL et al, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Medical College of Ohio, Toledo USA write that Tai Chi, Qigong and Yoga represent a class of exercise which differs from the routine strengthening and stretching programmes currently used in physical medicine .
Background
Methodology
Results
The authors review (54 references) Tai chi, qigong and yoga and write that these techniques incorporate a mind-body approach to the rehabilitation of disorders commonly seen by physical medicine and rehabilitation clinicians . The authors write that although research regarding the efficacy of these techniques is in the beginning stages, what little has been conducted thus far is promising.
Conclusion
Eastern movement therapies may add valuable contributions to the continuity of care of ambulatory and non-ambulatory patients.
References
Farrell SJ et al. Eastern movement therapies. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America 10(3): 617-29. Aug 1999.
