Reduce Falls in the Elderly with Tai Chi Practice By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Seniors who practice tai chi – a Chinese meditation practice that combines deep breathing and slow, fluid movements – may be less likely to fall than their peers who don’t do this type of exercise.” – Lisa Rapaport […]
Improve Balance in Stroke Survivors with Qigong By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “One of the main issues that a stroke survivor experiences is a problem with balance. Factors contributing to this issue include vision impairments, unbalanced inner-ear equilibrium, or physical weakness on one side of the body. This is where tai chi […]
Improve Balance in Breast Cancer Patients with Qigong Practice By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “In terms of qigong influence on my cancer, a bone density scan carried some months ago has shown that, not only have I not lost further bone material, but, bone density has improved and there is growth of […]
Improve Arthritis with Qigong By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Qigong techniques are simple and do not need to be carried out precisely to bring about its great benefits. Qigong practice is known for preventing disease, strengthening immunity and producing better health and well-being. However it is under-appreciated, even in China, that Qigong […]
Improve Health with Tai Chi or Qigong By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “The health benefits from Qigong and Tai Chi comes about both by supporting the body’s natural tendency to return to balance and equilibrium and also gently yet profoundly creating strength, flexibility and balance in the muscles and joints through gentle […]
Improve Health with Qigong By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Qigong is an ancient Chinese system of exercise and meditation that makes the mind and spirit tranquil, improves performance in sports, and cultivates health, well-being, and long life.” – Annie Bond Qigong and Tai Chi have been practiced for thousands of years with benefits […]
Reduce Falls in the Elderly with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “A growing body of carefully conducted research is building a compelling case for tai chi as an adjunct to standard medical treatment for the prevention and rehabilitation of many conditions commonly associated with age,” – Peter Wayne The […]
Improve the Brains Attentional and Relaxation Abilities with Qigong By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Qigong is generally practiced in two major categories, “still” and “moving.” “Still” qigong emphasis is on quiet meditation, using methods of internal focus and regulation of breathing. It can be practiced in motionless postures such as the lying, […]
Improve Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms with Qigong By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Through Tai Chi, I get a sense of accomplishment and well being, knowing that I can still function relatively well and, in some cases better, than a person with no physical limitations. It has given me an acute awareness of my […]
By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Tai Chi Chuan, the great ultimate, strengthens the weak, raises the sick, invigorates the debilitated, and encourages the timid.” –Cheng Man-ch’ing The aging process involves a systematic progressive decline in every system in the body, the brain included. The elderly frequently have problems with attention, thinking, and […]