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Effectiveness of Incorporating Tai Chi in Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program for COPD Patients in Primary Health Care
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Tai chi + PRP and PRP for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Completed, enrolled 192 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study was to compare the self-efficacy and quality of life parameters of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease(COPD)patients who underwent pulmonary rehabilitation with and without Tai Chi elements incorporated in the exercise component in a General Out-patient setting.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
The exercise content was totally identical to PRP group except 15 minutes of 5 Sun Style Tai Chi were substituted to 15 minutes of relaxation exercise
Formal pulmonary rehabilitation program consisted of overview of COPD management, aerobic exercises, breathing control exercises, Thera-Band strengthening exercises, safety precautions for physical training and goal setting