fall prevention tai chi

As described by Tai Chi Vermont:

Clinical studies support the efficacy of what we teach. Our entry level tai chi form is “Introduction to Sun Style Tai Chi” -- we often call it Fall Prevention Tai Chi because it has proven results in that area. It is based on “Tai Chi for Arthritis,” an evidence-based program, as verified by the National Council on Aging. Many studies have shown that exercise to reduce falls should be done, ideally, twice a week and that the style of tai chi is less important than the total amount of time the exercise is undertaken. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that a tai chi class be designed for the needs of older adults and practiced at least fifty hours to have lasting effects on falls reduction. Additional studies have shown tai chi's effectiveness for a variety of conditions from arthritis to depression, osteoporosis to anxiety, and more.