Wednesday, 23 November 2011
Energy healing techniques of tai chi may increase mindfulness of ADHD patients
People who are easily distracted may make off-handed comments about having attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), but for patients who are actually diagnosed with the condition, it's no laughing matter. However, the energy healing techniques of tai chi and other meditative practices can help increase mindfulness for these individuals, according to The Huffington Post.
ADHD is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain that may be influenced by genetics, the news source said. Children with it may exhibit hyperactivity and impulsiveness, while adults can struggle with mood swings, poor time management and relationship problems.
A therapist from Los Angeles recommends that patients take up practices that increase mindfulness, which can have two benefits.
"One is heightened concentration, allowing you to be more productive. Another is physiological changes, namely, a decrease in skin temperature and increase in oxygenation of the brain, a decrease in lactic acid (which causes fatigue) and cortisol (a stress hormone)," wrote Ronald Alexander, PhD.
Tai chi exercises and yoga are two activities individuals can enjoy. Alexander also recommends meditation. If individuals with ADHD are intimidated by the thought, they could meditate after a physical activity and start off slow, beginning with three minutes a day and working up to 20.
As of 2007, about 2.3 million Americans reported practicing tai chi within the previous year, according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine.
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Friday, 18 November 2011
Tai chi movements, other therapies can improve perceptions of pain.
National awareness around pain disorders such as fibromyalgia is increasing. Fortunately, a growing body of literature suggests that non-pharmaceutical approaches such as tai chi movements can improve patients' perception of pain, as reported by the Wall Street Journal.
Researchers from Stanford University's Neuroscience and Pain Lab used radiological scans to demonstrate how different parts of the brain react to distractions from, or emotional reevaluations of, pain – both of which can alleviate these sensations.
"There is a growing recognition that drugs are only part of the solution and that people who live with chronic pain have to develop a strategy that calls upon some inner resources," said Josephine Briggs, director of the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), as quoted by the news source.
Pain is a very individual experience that can be influenced by feelings of anxiety, depression and other emotions.
Different therapies that have generated scientific interest include guided imagery meditation, acupuncture and the energy healing techniques of tai chi. Collectively, these practices can provide distractions from pain or boost one's mood and mental status.
According to NCCAM, people who practice tai chi report experiencing improvements in strength, flexibility and balance, as well as relief from conditions such as arthritis. In 2007, more than 2.3 million adults in the U.S. reported practicing tai chi within the prior year.
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Monday, 14 November 2011
"Occupy" movement protesters relax with tai chi exercises.
As part of the nationwide movement of "Occupy" protesters, people have set up camp at a park in Tampa's Ashley Drive. In order to help keep themselves centered and focused, many individuals have taken advantage of the energy healing techniques of tai chi exercises, as reported by The Tampa Tribune.
"It's a cause we all believe in, but you can't be angry all the time," protester Derek English told the news source. "You'll be burned out."
English is part of a group known as the "Fun Brigade," which has taken upon itself the task to maintain morale around the camp, which is staying put with the permission of the city.
The camp has a daily routine that encompasses striking down tents, breakfast and daily planning meetings. Occasionally, there are also tense stand-offs with the police over the cleanliness of the camp.
In order to keep things light, the Fun Brigade holds activities such as kickball games, visits to the library or a tai chi class with an instructor, according to The Tampa Tribune.
In 2007, about 2.3 million people in the U.S. reported practicing tai chi during the preceding year, according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, a division of the National Institutes of Health. Those surveyed reported improvements in their overall wellness, strength, flexibility, balance and sleeping habits.
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Thursday, 10 November 2011
Tai chi exercises can help maintain healthy memory.
People often dread several aspects of aging, including the decline of their physical and mental health. However, a growing body of research suggests that tai chi exercises and other activities may help prevent memory loss.
Some medical experts believe that late-life Alzheimer's, which occurs when people enter their 80s or 90s, is only slightly influenced by genetics, and that lifestyle choices such as physical activity and diet play larger roles, as reported by CNN.
Exercise may be the biggest factor affecting cognitive health later in life. Activities such as tai chi can have benefits for the brain's hippocampus, where memories are processed. Remaining socially engaged and taking up new and challenging hobbies can also support the brain, medical experts tell CNN.
Tai chi is an energy healing meditation exercise that involves slow deliberate movements of the body accompanied by conscious breathing. The reported benefits of tai chi include relief of pain and stiffness from osteoarthritis, as well as improvements in strength, flexibility, coordination, balance and sleep, according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, a division of the National Institutes of Health. In 2007, the agency estimated that 2.3 million American adults practiced tai chi within the previous 12 months.
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Monday, 7 November 2011
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What if there were a simple way to ease away the day's frustrations in just a few gentle maneuvers? What if this method of stress relief also helped you improve your well-being, become more flexible and be in a better mood all at once?
The good news is that such a regimen does exist. For centuries, enthusiasts have practiced tai chi exercises as a method of universal energy healing. Millions of Americans have adopted the slow, measured movements of the program to help themselves stay centered, focused and relaxed. Best of all, the techniques can be performed virtually anywhere, whether you are in the office, at home or in a yoga studio.
Tai chi is also popular among celebrities, and Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bundchen is no exception. Just Jared recently released pictures of the photogenic beauty walking with her tai chi instructor to his Boston studio.
"It's like a moving meditation. It is very important to have the right teacher, and [mine] is very aware so he can feel what each of his students' needs are," Bundchen said, quoted by the news source.
Engaging in tai chi can be a great way to unwind, especially if you have a busy schedule.
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Tuesday, 25 October 2011
Senior member of tai chi group works on energy healing and the essentials of self care
Some people go their entire lives without understanding the power of energy healing and the essentials of self care. However, Canadian resident Billie Bridgman is not one of these individuals.
According to the Guelph Mercury, the 94-year-old is the most senior member of the Taoist Tai Chi Society of Canada. The group meets twice a week to perform relaxing tai chi exercises that incorporate gentle breathing, posing and stretching. Although tai chi is considered a form of martial arts, the holistic regimen focuses on enhancing strength and flexibility through slow, tranquil movements, which makes it a suitable activity for men and women of Bridgman's age.
"It's amazing. It's so gentle, and it just stretches everything," she explained, quoted by the news source. "I have lots of aches and twinges here and there, but nothing too serious. Tai chi is a philosophical thing as well. You are just moving very slowly and are in complete control."
Bridgman was introduced to the program at the age of 78 and has been participating ever since.
Older adults who are looking for an appropriate alternative to rigorous workout routines like running and biking may want to try tai chi to improve their well-being.
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Wednesday, 19 October 2011
UK schoolchildren perform tai chi for beginners
If you've ever walked through a public park at sunrise, chances are you may have seen a group of people practicing tai chi. This method of universal energy healing features slow, gentle movements that are meant to strengthen the bond between the mind and the body, thus promoting optimal well-being. The holistic Eastern program is ideal for seniors, since it is a more forgiving type of physical activity for the muscles and joints. However, the regimen is growing in popularity among younger enthusiasts.
The Manchester Evening News reported that students at St. Matthew's RC High in Moston, UK, have been engaging in tai chi for beginners. Instructors said that the kids often perform the maneuvers with a smile, showing that they are enjoying themselves while enhancing multiple aspects of health.
"I've always wanted to learn about martial arts, and I think it's good to experience other cultures," said 12-year-old Jemima Luanga, quoted by the news source. "Doing this makes me feel alive."
Her classmate, 14-year-old Jack Smith, said that tai chi is "good fun" and gives him an energizing start to his busy school day.
No matter what one's age, participating in this gentle Eastern art can be a great way to achieve better health.
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Thursday, 13 October 2011
Energy healing techniques like tai chi can strengthen mind-body connection
Those who practice tai chi movements may find that the holistic program is one of the most effective energy healing techniques. Performing the gentle maneuvers in addition to breathing deeply and looking within can help strengthen the often tenuous connection between the mind and the body. This, in turn, could enhance one's physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being.
According to Shore Magazine, attending a tai chi class is one of the best ways in which an individual may improve their health.
"The external art uses muscular strength, but internal arts use the mind. Your mind is more aware because the motion is slow. By going slow, you have a better body awareness and you can focus more on your breathing," said instructor Sam Ling, quoted by the news source.
The goal of the regimen is to open up the meridian channels of the body, allowing one's natural energy – known as Ki – to flow freely to each limb and organ.
Practicing tai chi can be a great way to relax, strengthen the body and calm the mind, which are just a few reasons why so many Americans have adopted the refreshing Eastern program.
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Wednesday, 12 October 2011
Gentle tai chi exercises can be good for cardiovascular health and longevity, instructor says
Performing tai chi exercises can be like engaging in a delicate dance that enhances your mental as well as physical well-being. The maneuvers are tranquil, gentle and soothing, and can help you achieve greater strength, flexibility and endurance. The holistic Eastern program can be a great way to accomplish energy healing for beginners as well as for those who are more experienced with the activity.
Enthusiast Mary Chen told The Monitor that she began teaching the regimen in hopes of helping others glean the benefits that she experienced after adopting tai chi. She explained that the slow, precise movements are designed to help with longevity, cardiovascular health and chronic pain.
"Tai chi is very forgiving for your joints," Chen said, quoted by the news source. "My knees are a little bit arthritic, but they've gotten a lot better with practicing tai chi. Some of [my students] are 88, some are 90, and they all learned tai chi. They're walking now and they're very happy."
She added that those who practice the gentle Eastern art may be able to help themselves live longer, healthier lives.
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Friday, 7 October 2011
As a complementary treatment for the condition, the WPAHS is currently teaching people with arthritis to use tai chi exercises to their benefit.
If you have arthritis, then you are one of millions in the U.S. who suffer from often debilitating pain and joint immobility. As a complementary treatment for the condition, the West Penn Allegheny Health System (WPAHS) is currently teaching people with arthritis to use tai chi exercises to their benefit.
The organization will offer two free classes to all comers, emphasizing the ways in which tai chi, meditation and energy healing techniques can reduce the discomfort caused by arthritis, according to the Upper St. Clair Patch.
The WPAHS's medical director and arthritis specialist, Fotios Koumpouras, expressed enthusiasm about tai chi's soothing effect on joints.
"Tai chi is an activity that improves balance, strength and coordination while teaching relaxation techniques," he told the news source. "This combination has proved to be very valuable to patients who experience stiffness and discomfort associated with arthritis."
With this in mind, individuals who have chronic joint problems may consider trying a low-impact tai chi routine.
How many people have arthritis? More than 50 million people have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout or similar joint conditions, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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