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Effects of Tai Chi Chuan on Cognitive Function in Older Adults with Cognitive Impairment

Posted on January 2, 2021 by Tai Chi Union

Abstract This systematic and meta-analytic review aimed to investigate the effects of Tai Chi Chuan (TCC) on the cognitive function of the elderly with cognitive impairment and to analyze the moderators of these effects. We searched eight electronic databases for randomized controlled trials on the effects of TCC on cognitive function, published up to June 14, 2020. from: Effects of…

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Taijiquan has been listed by the UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

Posted on December 19, 2020 by Tai Chi Union

Taijiquan has been listed by the UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity Taijiquan – intangible heritage – Culture Sector – UNESCO  

Wild Colonial Boy: Tales of a Kung Fu Cop

Posted on November 28, 2020 by Tai Chi Union

A new book discussing the martial journey of Dan Docherty is now available for purchase on Amazon. This autobiographical novel narrates the journey of Dan Docherty, a young Glasgow law graduate and karate black belt, who left his traditional Catholic family in 1975 to serve in the notoriously corrupt Royal Hong Kong Police. In Hong Kong, he learned Chinese language…

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Research: Taiji and Qi Gong for people with Cystic Fibrosis

Posted on November 25, 2020 by Tai Chi Union

The level of research into Taiji and Qi Gong continues to grow, and evidence for the health benefits is now well established. A groundbreaking research study involving Taiji and Qi Gong for people with Cystic Fibrosis (CF-CATS) was carried out by The Wu Shi Taiji Quan & Qi Gong Association in conjunction with the research team at London South Bank…

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