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Tai Chi and Feldenkrais: Therapeutic Movement-Based Mind-Body Practices

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Extensive research studies have been done on the unique application of Tai Chi for multiple clinical conditions. Evidence to date suggests that Tai Chi is a promising safe nonpharmacological and lifestyle intervention in the studied areas, including osteoporosis. Our overview aims to raise awareness that there are inherent challenges and limitations to Tai Chi research due to the nature of Tai Chi as a complex, multicomponent mind-body intervention. Despite the lack of vigorous evidence in the literature, Tai Chi continues to be widely practiced as a form of exercise for health and fitness, especially due to its multidimensional benefits in physical, psychological well-being, and cognitive functions. When prescribed, embraced, and practiced properly, Tai Chi can be an effective option for helping people with osteoporosis and can be an ideal lifelong skill for long-term health benefits and wellness.

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  1. Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, 53226, USA

    Judith B. Kosasih MD & Daniela H. Jurisic MD

  2. Clement J. Zablocki Veterans Affairs Medical Center, 5000 W. National Ave., Milwaukee, WI, 53295, USA

    Judith B. Kosasih MD

  3. Active Integrative Medicine Associates, Pavia, Italy

    Daniela H. Jurisic MD

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  2. Institute of Clinical Osteology and Clinic “DER FÜRSTENHOF”, German Osteology Foundation, Bad Pyrmont, Niedersachsen, Germany

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Kosasih, J.B., Jurisic, D.H. (2017). Tai Chi and Feldenkrais: Therapeutic Movement-Based Mind-Body Practices. In: Sinaki, M., Pfeifer, M. (eds) Non-Pharmacological Management of Osteoporosis. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-54016-0_17

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