Taichi is medicine: Effects of Taichi exercise on knee fitness and psychological health in older adults with knee osteoarthritis (KOA): A randomized controlled trial

These findings suggest Taichi as a non-pharmacological intervention for improving both physical and psychological outcomes in older adults with KOA. As a holistic mind-body therapy, Taichi presents a promising approach to enhancing functional ability and mental well-being in this population, reinforcing the concept that Taichi is Medicine.

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Medicine
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2025-09-19
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https://doi.org/10.1097/md.0000000000044612
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Osteoarthritis Treatment and Mechanisms
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Taichi is medicine: Effects of Taichi exercise on knee fitness and psychological health in older adults with knee osteoarthritis (KOA): A randomized controlled trial

Qingyong He, Feng Wang
Medicine
Osteoarthritis Treatment and Mechanisms
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Taichi is medicine: Effects of Taichi exercise on knee fitness and psychological health in older adults with knee osteoarthritis (KOA): A randomized controlled trial

Qingyong He, Feng Wang
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Abstract

These findings suggest Taichi as a non-pharmacological intervention for improving both physical and psychological outcomes in older adults with KOA. As a holistic mind-body therapy, Taichi presents a promising approach to enhancing functional ability and mental well-being in this population, reinforcing the concept that Taichi is Medicine.

MedicineVol. 104(38)
Sultan Idris Education University (MY), Hubei University of Science and Technology (CN)
Openalex Percentile: Top 62%
Osteoarthritis Treatment and Mechanisms
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