Impact of seated Tai Chi on range of motion as a therapeutic recreation intervention
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https://doi.org/10.5055/ajrt.2012.0030Keywords:
Tai Chi, shoulder range of motion, recreation therapy, older adultsAbstract
Given the large population of older adults and the prevalence of increasing medical costs in the United States, there is a need for alternative means to assist or increase mobility and physical functioning. This study evaluated the efficacy of seated Tai Chi, specifically the number of sessions needed to facilitate an improvement in shoulder mobility. Twenty-eight individuals between the ages 65 and 83 began this program, and 22 completed all nine sessions. This evaluation indicated that shoulder flexion and abduction were significantly increased after six sessions and increased again after three additional sessions.References
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