Improve Balance in Parkinson’s Disease with Tai Chi and Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “In addition to easing balance problems, and possibly other symptoms, tai chi can help ease stress and anxiety and strengthen all parts of the body, with few if any harmful side effects. . . with Parkinson’s disease.” […]
Improve Cardiovascular and Metabolic Symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Yoga practices such as cleansing processes, asanas, pranayama, mudras, bandha, meditation, mindfulness, and relaxation are known to reduce blood glucose levels and to help in the management of comorbid disease conditions associated with type 2 diabetes mellitus, resulting in […]
Improve Cardiovascular Function with Qigong By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Heart rate, respiratory rate, systolic blood pressure and rate-pressure product were significantly decreased during Qi-training. From these results, we suggest that… Qi-training has psychological effects that indicate stabilization the of cardiovascular system.” – Michelle Fletcher Cardiovascular disease is the number one […]
Reduce Anxiety and Depression in Coronary Heart Disease Patients with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Tai chi is an interesting, promising exercise option. I think based on what we found, it’s a reasonable and safe step to offer tai chi within cardiac rehab.” – Elena Salmoriago-Blotcher Cardiovascular disease is […]
Improve Mood with Tai Chi or Qigong Practice By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “adding a mind-body exercise like tai chi that is widely available in the community can improve the outcomes of treating depression in older adults. . . With tai chi, we may be able to treat these conditions without exposing […]
Improve Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “tai chi can be used as an add-on to current physical therapies and medications to ease some of the key problems faced by people with Parkinson’s disease.” – Peter Wayne Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is an incurable progressive degenerative disease […]
Improve Health and Cognitive Ability in the Elderly with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Tai chi is a gentle exercise that helps seniors improve balance and prevent falls. Studies have found that tai chi also improves leg strength, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, immune system, sleep, happiness, sense of self-worth, and the ability to concentrate […]
Improve Cardiac Function in Heart Failure Patients with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Tai chi may be a useful form of exercise for cardiac rehab programs, as it’s safe for high-risk patients. Findings also suggest that tai chi alone may be beneficial for patients who are unwilling to participate in […]
Improve Type 2 Diabetes with Tai Chi Practice By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Tai Chi exercises can improve blood glucose levels and improve the control of type 2 diabetes and immune system response.” – Medical News Today Diabetes is a major health issue. It is estimated that 30 million people in the United […]
Improve the Physical Fitness of Children and Adolescents with Intellectual Disorders with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “giving a child beginner skills can be life changing. Qi Gong has the power to bring one physical ease, mental clarity, emotional stability and spiritual awareness. That is worthwhile at any age.” – […]