Improve Balance and Mobility and Prevent Falls in Parkinson’s Disease Patients with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “There is still so much to learn from research about exactly how exercise improves the physical and mental well-being of people with living with Parkinson’s disease, as well as which combinations or activities […]
Reduce Stress and Improve Behavior in Mothers and Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or Intellectual Disabilities with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “mindfulness meditation helps people with intellectual disabilities and autism spectrum disorder reduce their mental and physical problems.” – Yoon-Suk Hwang Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability […]
Improve Psychomotor Perform of Intellectually Disabled Children with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Special needs experts agree that yoga activities make a positive impact on individuals with special needs. These activities improve mobility, strength, and digestion for individuals with disabilities.” – Cara Batema Intellectual disabilities involve below average intelligence and […]
Improve Balance in Stroke Victims with Tai Chi Practice By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Stroke can impair balance, heightening the risk of a debilitating fall. But . . . stroke survivors can improve their balance by practicing the Chinese martial art of tai chi.” – ScienceDaily Every year, more than 795,000 people in […]
Improve Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “It isn’t every day that an effective new treatment for some Parkinson’s disease symptoms comes along. Especially one that is safe, causes no adverse side effects, and may also benefit the rest of the body and the mind. . . […]
Improve Recovery from Stroke with Tai Chi Practice By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Suffering from a stroke is a tremendous event for anyone to face, but the practice of tai chi offers the possibility for a regeneration of the mind, body, and spirit.“ – Saebo Every year, more than 795,000 people in the […]
Improve Movement and Flexibility in Older Women with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Practising the ancient martial art of Tai Chi is so beneficial to elderly people’s health that it should be “the preferred mode of training” – The Telegraph The process of aging affects every aspect of the […]
Balance and Fitness in the Elderly and Tai Chi Training By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Tai chi is an ancient Chinese exercise that can help older adults improve their balance and lower their fall risk. And by reducing their risk of falls, seniors can lower their odds of suffering a debilitating fracture.” […]
Improve Brain Size and Function in Healthy Elderly with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Epidemiologic studies have shown repeatedly that individuals who engage in more physical exercise or are more socially active have a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease. The current findings suggest that this may be a result of […]
Improve Cognition in the Elderly with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Tai Chi has consistent, small effects on improving cognitive performance in both healthy older adults and older adults with some cognitive impairment.” – PM Wayne The aging process involves a systematic progressive decline of the body and the brain. […]