Relieving back pain with ancient Chinese practices
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A recent study published in the North American Spine Society Journal highlights the benefits of combining meditation with Qigong and T'ai Chi for alleviating lower back pain. These ancient Chinese exercises, known for their fluid movements, precise postures, and controlled breathing, have been shown to significantly reduce discomfort in the lower back. Beyond physical benefits, these practices also support mental health by reducing stress and anxiety, providing a holistic approach to managing back pain and improving overall quality of life.
Source
Yang, Y., McCluskey, S., Bydon, M., Singh, J. R., Sheeler, R. D., Nathani, K. R., Krieger, A. C., Mehta, N. D., Weaver, J., Jia, L., DeCelle, S., Schlagal, R. C., Ayar, J., Abduljawad, S., Stovitz, S. D., Ganesh, R., Verkuilen, J., Knapp, K. A., Yang, L., & Härtl, R. (2024). A Tai chi and qigong mind-body program for low back pain: A virtually delivered randomized control trial. North American Spine Society journal, 20, 100557. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.xnsj.2024.100557
Additional Reading
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/back-pain-how-effective-are-yoga-tai-chi-and-qigong