Tai Chi and blood pressure
February 5th, 2012
Question :
Can Tai Chi exercise lower blood pressure?
Answer :
Yes. Most studies showed a reduction in systolic and diastolic blood pressure.
Summary :
This review included 9 randomized controlled trials, 13 nonrandomized studies and 4 observational studies. Studies that only looked at the short term effects of exercise were excluded. Blood pressure reduction with Tai Chi was seen in 22 studies. Systolic blood pressure was reduced from 3-32 mm Hg and diastolic blood pressure was reduced from 2-18 mm Hg.
Reference :
The effect of tai chi exercise on blood pressure: a systematic review.
Preventive cardiology. 2008 Spring.
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