Tuesday, 3 May 2016

Tai Chi Reduces Falling Risk

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Recent research as shown that practicing Tai Chi reduces the risk of falling in older adults.

"Researchers have compared the effects of tai chi to leg strengthening exercises, a physical therapy called “lower extremity training,” or LET, in reducing falls. Falls are a leading cause of serious injuries in older adults and can lead to hospitalization, nursing home admission, and even death."

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