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.
Authors
- Qingyong He
- Feng Wang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2448-4073)
Institutions
- Sultan Idris Education University (MY)
- Hubei University of Science and Technology (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Medicine
- Published
- 2025-09-19
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/md.0000000000044612
- Primary Topic
- Osteoarthritis Treatment and Mechanisms
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00