T'ai Chi for Disabled People and Falls Prevention
T’ai Chi is often referred to as a ‘moving meditation’. The external ‘Form’ moves with the energy in the cosmos; the ‘Form’ being a set of disciplined movements. Medical Qigong promotes the cultivation of the ‘Qi’ energy, creating harmony and balance between body and mind. These exercises (Dao Yins) are stationary positions which concentrate on breath in the ‘dantien’, combining breathing, meditation and relaxation. Although these Chinese health systems are best used as a preventative measure, people with disabilities can enjoy the benefits of T'ai Chi and Medical Qigong with the guidance of a qualified teacher.
As teachers, we are taught that the biggest barrier to learning is illness as the ability to concentrate is reduced. With this in mind I have specifically designed Medical T’ai Chi and Medical Qigong treatment plans for M.S., Parkinson's Disease, M.E., Cancer, Arthritis, Osteoporosis and Falls Prevention initiatives. The participants are inspiring: equally, so are the results/outcomes.
The majority of my medical projects aim to promote motor control, including voluntary and involuntary muscle groups; alignment and postural awareness; visualisation in the belief that where ever thoughts go - ‘Qi’ soon follows and ‘sung’ techniques aimed at relaxing the patient, eliminating stress and frustration. In addition to specific outcomes, there are the general benefits to this moving meditation technique, such as: improvement of blood and lymph circulation - helping to avert fatigue; soft turning movements massage and strengthen internal organs; correct breathing which increases oxygen to the blood helping the heart to function correctly; opening joints and strengthening the lower back; cultivating ‘chi’, strengthening tendons, bone structure; sharpening reflexes, concentration and memory. I have specifically designed programmes for wheelchair users and specialist packages for M.S. and Parkinson's patients. The Medical Qigong therapy plans are much more specific to the medical condition, such as prescriptions for fatigue, headaches, poor concentration, spasticity etc.
The Arthritis Foundation and M.S. Society amongst others, recommend T'ai Chi as a beneficial system to help with balance, flexibility and posture. If you are a medical practitioner and wish to know more about my medical work, please use the contact facility on this website. If you are an individual suffering from a medical condition, equally, do contact me so that we can discuss options available to you. Group classes are available and private one to one treatment plans at Mandarin Clinic in Newcastle under Lyme.
T'ai Chi and Falls Prevention
As teachers, we are taught that the biggest barrier to learning is illness as the ability to concentrate is reduced. With this in mind I have specifically designed Medical T’ai Chi and Medical Qigong treatment plans for M.S., Parkinson's Disease, M.E., Cancer, Arthritis, Osteoporosis and Falls Prevention initiatives. The participants are inspiring: equally, so are the results/outcomes.
The majority of my medical projects aim to promote motor control, including voluntary and involuntary muscle groups; alignment and postural awareness; visualisation in the belief that where ever thoughts go - ‘Qi’ soon follows and ‘sung’ techniques aimed at relaxing the patient, eliminating stress and frustration. In addition to specific outcomes, there are the general benefits to this moving meditation technique, such as: improvement of blood and lymph circulation - helping to avert fatigue; soft turning movements massage and strengthen internal organs; correct breathing which increases oxygen to the blood helping the heart to function correctly; opening joints and strengthening the lower back; cultivating ‘chi’, strengthening tendons, bone structure; sharpening reflexes, concentration and memory. I have specifically designed programmes for wheelchair users and specialist packages for M.S. and Parkinson's patients. The Medical Qigong therapy plans are much more specific to the medical condition, such as prescriptions for fatigue, headaches, poor concentration, spasticity etc.
The Arthritis Foundation and M.S. Society amongst others, recommend T'ai Chi as a beneficial system to help with balance, flexibility and posture. If you are a medical practitioner and wish to know more about my medical work, please use the contact facility on this website. If you are an individual suffering from a medical condition, equally, do contact me so that we can discuss options available to you. Group classes are available and private one to one treatment plans at Mandarin Clinic in Newcastle under Lyme.
T'ai Chi and Falls Prevention
