Tai Chi for People with Visual Impairments: A Pilot Study

This pilot study assessed the physical and psychological outcomes of a tai chi exercise program for eight adults with visual impairments. It found that after eight weeks of orientation and mobility training and tai chi practice, the participants' single leg-stance time and total knee flexion wo...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Journal of visual impairment & blindness 2004-01, Vol.98 (1), p.1
Hauptverfasser:	Miszko, Tanya A, Ramsey, Vincent K, Blasch, Bruce B
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Exercise Exercise Physiology Mental Health Muscular Strength Older Adults Physical Mobility Program Effectiveness Quality of Life Rehabilitation Visual Impairments Wellness
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Zusammenfassung:	This pilot study assessed the physical and psychological outcomes of a tai chi exercise program for eight adults with visual impairments. It found that after eight weeks of orientation and mobility training and tai chi practice, the participants' single leg-stance time and total knee flexion work and power improved, as did their frequency of, independence in, and satisfaction with performing mobility tasks.
ISSN:	0145-482X