Does Tai Chi/Qi Gong help patients with multiple sclerosis?
Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies The usefulness of Tai Chi/Qi Gong for people with multiple sclerosis was tested in this pilot study. Eight patients were monitored over a two-month baseline and two-month intervention. Statistically significant pre to post improvements for the group as a whole were found on measures of balance and depression. Small improvements in other self-rated symptoms were also noted. Mindfulness of movement as a coping strategy in multiple sclerosis Gen Hospital of Psychiatry, Wales, United Kingdom Clinical Psychologist and Course Tutor, South Wales Doctoral Course in Clinical Psychology, South Wales, UK This study investigated the effectiveness of a short course of mindfulness of movement to help with symptom management in eight people with multiple sclerosis. Progress was compared to a control group who were asked to continue with their current care. Each participant received six individual one-to-one sessions of instruction. They were also provided with
