What is Tai Chi:
Tai Chi is a practice of graceful movements that are done in a slow yet focused manner while incorporating breath work into the exercise. The rhythmic practice is associated with the Chinese concepts of yin and yang. Tai Chi is also considered a form of Martial Arts.
Origin:
The first written reference was written 3000 years ago during the Zhou Dynasty and is practiced all over the world today.
Ailments treated:
Diabetes, osteoporosis, stress, phobias, anxiety, recovery from surgery or illness, arthritis, prevention of falls, heart disease, high blood pressure, depression, and cancer.
*This list only touches the surface of what Tai Chi can treat.
Average cost per session:
$10.00 - $20.00+
*These sessions often come in packages.
License needed:
No
Certification needed:
Yes
Reference: History of Tai Chi | Tai Chi for Health Institute. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://taichiforhealthinstitute.org/history-of-tai-chi-2/
Tai Chi is a practice of graceful movements that are done in a slow yet focused manner while incorporating breath work into the exercise. The rhythmic practice is associated with the Chinese concepts of yin and yang. Tai Chi is also considered a form of Martial Arts.
Origin:
The first written reference was written 3000 years ago during the Zhou Dynasty and is practiced all over the world today.
Ailments treated:
Diabetes, osteoporosis, stress, phobias, anxiety, recovery from surgery or illness, arthritis, prevention of falls, heart disease, high blood pressure, depression, and cancer.
*This list only touches the surface of what Tai Chi can treat.
Average cost per session:
$10.00 - $20.00+
*These sessions often come in packages.
License needed:
No
Certification needed:
Yes
Reference: History of Tai Chi | Tai Chi for Health Institute. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://taichiforhealthinstitute.org/history-of-tai-chi-2/
**If a license is needed to practice this particular complimentary/alternative medical procedure, always check with your state or local licensing agency to ensure your practitioner is licensed. If no license is needed, seek local or national agencies to see if your practitioner is certified through a respected program. Never be afraid to ask your practitioner for references.**