Website of Mr. George Ampat, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

Some evidence in favour of Tai Chi
J Am Geriatr Soc. 2007 Aug;55(8):1185-91.
A randomized, controlled trial of tai chi for the prevention of falls: the Central Sydney tai chi trial.
Voukelatos A, Cumming RG, Lord SR, Rissel C.

CONCLUSION: Participation in once per week tai chi classes for 16 weeks can prevent falls in relatively healthy community-dwelling older people. Read Abstract
 
J Gerontol A Biol Sci Med Sci. 2005 Feb;60(2):187-94.
Tai Chi and fall reductions in older adults: a randomized controlled trial.
Li F, Harmer P, Fisher KJ, McAuley E, Chaumeton N, Eckstrom E, Wilson NL.

CONCLUSIONS: A three-times-per-week, 6-month Tai Chi program is effective in decreasing the number of falls, the risk for falling, and the fear of falling, and it improves functional balance and physical performance in physically inactive persons aged 70 years or older.Read Abstract

Br J Sports Med. 2001 Jun;35(3):148-56.
Tai chi: physiological characteristics and beneficial effects on health.
Li JX, Hong Y, Chan KM.

CONCLUSIONS: TCC is a moderate intensity exercise that is beneficial to cardiorespiratory function, immune capacity, mental control, flexibility, and balance control; it improves muscle strength and reduces the risk of falls in the elderly. Read Abstract
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Mr. George Ampat FRCS (Tr & Orth)
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Southport District General Hospital, Town Lane, Southport, PR8 6PN, UK. Tel 01704704192
Capio Renacres Hospital, Renacres Lane, Halsall, Nr. Ormskirk, Lancashire L39 8SE Tel +44 (0) 1704 841133 Fax +44 (0) 1704842030

Secretary's Email: secretary@ampat.co.uk or Telephone 07511665155