The Effect of <i>T'ai Chi</i> Exercise on Immunity and Infections: A Systematic Review of Controlled Trials

Ho, Rainbow T. H.; Wang, Chongwen; Ng, Siu-Man; Ho, Andy; Ziea, Eric; Wong, Vivian Taam; Chan, Cecilia L. W.

doi:10.1089/acm.2011.0593

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“…T'ai chi ch'uan, an ancient Chinese martial art form that has recently come into vogue in western society has been subject to multiple studies investigating its psychological benefits and their effects on the immune system. When collated this research suggests that performing T'ai chi exercises leads to an improvement of both cell‐mediated immunity and antibody response to infection . However, it should be noted that few studies have demonstrated a unified mechanism behind these improvements – instead focusing on specific players in the immune response such as circulating myeloid dendritic cells or pro‐inflammatory CD14 + CD16 + monocytes…”

Section: Anger Laughter Stress and Tai Chi: Emotion And The Immune mentioning

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“…When collated this research suggests that performing T'ai chi exercises leads to an improvement of both cell-mediated immunity and antibody response to infection. [28][29][30][31][32][33][34][35][36] However, it should be noted that few studies have demonstrated a unified mechanism behind these improvementsinstead focusing on specific players in the immune response such as circulating myeloid dendritic cells 28,37 or pro-inflammatory CD14 + CD16 + monocytes. 38 Laughter has also been reported to have a surprisingly potent modulating effect on the immune system.…”

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‘As above, so below’ examining the interplay between emotion and the immune system

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SummaryWhile the concept of a palpable relationship between our mental and physical well-being is certainly not new, it is only in the light of modern scientific research that we have begun to realize how deeply connected our emotional and immune states may be. We begin this review with a series of studies demonstrating how four fundamental emotional responses: anger, anxiety, mirth and relaxation are able modulate cytokine production and cellular responses to a variety of immune stimuli. These modulations are shown to be either detrimental or beneficial to a patient's health dependent on the context and duration of the emotion. We also discuss the reverse, highlighting research demonstrating how the loss of key immune cells such as T lymphocytes in clinical and animal studies can negatively impact both emotional well-being and cognition. Additionally, to give a more complete picture of the manifold pathways that link emotion and the immune system, we give a brief overview of the influence the digestive system has upon mental and immunological health. Finally, throughout this review we attempt to highlight the therapeutic potential of this burgeoning field of research in both the diagnosis and treatment of immune and disorders. As well as identifying some of the key obstacles the field must address in order to put this potential into practice.

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‘As above, so below’ examining the interplay between emotion and the immune system

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“…And the results proved that the mental measures of VT and MH were significantly improved for college students with Tai Chi intervention. Tai Chi exercise has been reported to have functions in decreasing blood pressure, changing lipid profiles, and improving both cell-mediated immunity and antibody response [24, 25]. …”

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A 12‐Words‐for‐Life‐Nurturing Exercise Program as an Alternative Therapy for Cervical Spondylosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Zhan-ying

Wang

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Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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In this paper, we carried out a randomized controlled clinical trial to explore the effect of 12-words-for-life-nurturing exercise on patients presenting with cervical spondylosis. After exercise intervention, the mean VAS and NDI scores of the patients decreased significantly and the scores of BP, VT, and MH in SF-36 Health Questionnaire were significantly higher. Exercise therapy showed significant effect on relieving pain and improving vitality and mental health. The 12-words-for-life-nurturing exercise may be a potential effective therapy for patients with cervical spondylosis.

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“…The researchers found that t'ai chi exercise had favorable effects on cell-mediated immune parameters and antibody responses. 39 …”

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T’ai Chi and Qigong: Validated Health Benefits

HorowitzSala¹

2014

Alternative and Complementary Therapies

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The ATCQA is a national nonprofit organization that promotes t'ai chi and qigong as types of complementary and alternative medicine to benefit health, and offers credentialing to instructors who teach t'ai chi and qigong.Endorsed by the Arthritis Foundation, this 2-disc DVD features Paul Lam, MBBS, FAMAC, a practicing physician and t'ai chi master, who provides step-by-step instructions on basic and more challenging movements and principles.

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The Effect of T'ai Chi Exercise on Immunity and Infections: A Systematic Review of Controlled Trials

Abstract: TC exercise appears to improve both cell-mediated immunity and antibody response in immune system, but it remains debatable whether or not the changes in immune parameters are sufficient to provide protection from infections.

Cited by 25 publications

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‘As above, so below’ examining the interplay between emotion and the immune system

‘As above, so below’ examining the interplay between emotion and the immune system

A 12‐Words‐for‐Life‐Nurturing Exercise Program as an Alternative Therapy for Cervical Spondylosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial

T’ai Chi and Qigong: Validated Health Benefits

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