Effect of tai chi on body balance: randomized controlled trial in men with osteopenia or osteoporosis

Author: Maciaszek, J., Osinski, W., Szeklicki, R. & Stemplewski, R.
Conference/Journal: American Journal of Chinese Medicine
Date published: 2007
Other: Volume ID: 35 , Pages: 1-9 , Word Count: 54


This study was to assess the effect of 18-week Tai Chi training on body balance in dynamic trial among elderly men exercise class held for 45 min, twice a week. Body balance was assessed using a Computer Posturographic System PE. In the Tai Chi group, an increase in effectiveness of balance task performance was noted.