TAI CHI AS A COMPLEMENTARY THERAPY IN PHYSICAL THERAPY

Tai Chi as a complementary therapy in physical therapy

Tai Chi as a complementary therapy in physical therapy

Introduction

Western Tai Chi is most easily described as a combination of yoga and mediation courses. The technique has a number of different forms, each of which has its own sequence of movements. The movements are derived from ancient forms of Chinese martial arts. The sequences of movements of tai chi are performed slowly and gracefully, the smooth transition between each position. (Judith, 2007, 288) Most people do not practice tai chi for the application of martial arts, but mainly because it is a great meditation exercise for body and mind.

Tai Chi as a complementary therapy to physiotherapy

The practice of Tai Chi is based on the principle of "Chi". Chi is described as the lifeblood of all living things. Therefore, one of the main objectives of this technique is to promote a healthy flow of chi throughout the body. It is thought to increase vitality and health of the body. The circulation follows closely the trajectory of the vascular and nervous systems of the body, and therefore the tai chi is closely linked to other healing therapies of the East such as Tui Na massage, based on similar concept. (Judith, 2007, 288)

Tai chi improves health and relaxation in mind. Since the technique combining aspects of meditation, this procedure will improve mental function and clarity while providing peace of mind. Thanks to the good performance of Tai Chi exercises, the body can not teach proper alignment, balance, posture, rhythm, movement, movement and control of fine motor skills. Finally, the practice of this exercise can lead to an improvement in walking, running, standing, moving, (Judith, 2007, 288) and many other similar movements.

During a tai chi class should wear loose comfortable ...