Abstract
The purpose of the current paper is to encourage research into all areas of Tai Chi and cancer survivorship. Tai Chi is defined here as a combination of Chinese philosophy, martial and healing arts. Tai Chi is a form of physical activity that is carried out at either a light or moderate intensity. The practice of Tai Chi integrates mental concentration and breathing control [1,2]. We first discuss the role of light physical activity in cancer survivorship and then narrow our focus to Tai Chi per se.
Highlights
Significant improvements were found in self-esteem (p = 0.01) in the Tai Chi group compared with the psychosocial support group [17]
Improved selfreported cognitive function in verbal (p = 0.01) and visual memory (p < 0.05) measured by the Multi ple Abilities Self-Reported Questionnaire, were reported [19]. This feature of Tai Chi may be beneficial for cancer survivors who are often facing impaired cognitive function from cancer treatment
Research has identified that impaired cognitive function [20], change in brain metabolism [21] and change in brain structure [22] are associated with cancer treatment; the cause of such ‘chemo brain’ phenomenon is unclear
Summary
The potential yield of Tai Chi in cancer survivorship Commentary receive psychosocial support; groups received three sessions a week for 12 weeks. Significant improvements were found in self-esteem (p = 0.01) in the Tai Chi group compared with the psychosocial support group [17]. Tai Chi & cognitive function In addition to the potential benefits on physical fitness and psychological health, Tai Chi may negate the deleterious cognitive side effects of cancer and its treatment.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.