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Several clinical trials have evaluated the effects of tai chi and qi gong in people with various health conditions. Practicing tai chi may help to improve balance and stability in older people and in those with Parkinson’s disease, reduce back pain and pain from knee osteoarthritis, and improve quality of life in people with heart disease, cancer, and other chronic illnesses. Tai chi and qi gong may ease fibromyalgia pain and promote general quality of life. Qi gong may reduce chronic neck pain, but study results are mixed. Tai chi also may improve reasoning ability in older people. While tai chi and qi gong appear to be safe practices, it’s still a good idea to tell all your health care providers about any complementary health approach you’re using or planning to use. #taichi #qigong #mindandbody #research #NIH #integrativehealth #NCCIH #TaiChiChuan #Taichiquan #taiji #health #complementaryhealth Follow @nih_nccih on Instagram