Effect of Tai-chi on Disequilibrium of Aging (Presbystasis)
Journal Title: International Archives of Integrated Medicine - Year 2016, Vol 3, Issue 12
Abstract
Background: Tai Chi Chuan (meaning Supreme Ultimate Force), popularly known as Tai Chi is an internal Chinese martial art practised for both defence and health purposes. Materials and methods: We selected 4 male persons of age group between 65 and 72 years with presbystasis. All of them had been treated with medication and good rest for a period of more than 6 months without much relief. We planned to evaluate the efficiency of Tai Chi through comparison of functional test of balance (Romberg test) and the perception of balance and falls by using Dizziness Handicap Inventory (DHI) questionnaire obtained prior and following the Tai Chi course. Results: All the patients observed not only significant improvement in the balance, they also got more confidence in walking, running, bending and from the fear of falling. They were re-examined after one month (total 12 weeks of exercises) with Romberg test (to rule out bias by the patients) and DHI questionnaire. There was a significant improvement in the Romberg test and there was significant decrease in the DHI score from average 63.5 (severe dizziness) to 43.5 (moderate dizziness) Conclusion: The findings of the Tai Chi in the rehabilitation of balance problem in the elderly persons found to be very effective. Tai Chi is easy to carry out and very comfortable for the older people. They can practice the exercises at home, at outdoor without much effort and difficulty.
Authors and Affiliations
Y. Kishore Kumar, Jaya Sahu, Nityam Sagar Patel, Shivnath Nandhan
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