ArticleBMJ open2016
Feasibility, qualitative findings and satisfaction of a brief Tai Chi mind-body programme for veterans with post-traumatic stress symptoms.
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- Department of Veterans Affairs Healthcare Provider Perceptions of Confidence Following a Wheelchair/Adaptive Tai Chi Chuan Training.American journal of lifestyle medicine · 2024Article
- Protocol for remote Tai Chi and wellness for PTSD and pain in veterans.European journal of psychotraumatology · 2024Article
- Participant Perspectives on Community Qigong for People with Multiple Sclerosis.Integrative medicine reports · 2023Article
- Study protocol for a revised randomized trial: Remotely delivered Tai Chi and wellness for Gulf War illness.Contemporary clinical trials · 2023Article
- Tai Chi and Qigong for trauma exposed populations: A systematic review.Mental health and physical activity · 2022Article
- Perceptions of Participants on Trial Participation and Adherence to Tai Chi: A Qualitative Study.Patient preference and adherence · 2022Article
- The Effects of Tai Chi Mind-Body Approach on the Mechanisms of Gulf War Illness: an Umbrella Review.Integrative medicine research · 2019Review
- Complementary and Integrative Treatments.Focus (American Psychiatric Publishing) · 2018Article
- Integrative Therapy Approaches for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Special Focus on Treating Veterans.Focus (American Psychiatric Publishing) · 2017Review
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Abstract
objectiveTo examine feasibility, qualitative feedback and satisfaction associated with a 4-session introduction to Tai Chi for veterans with post-traumatic stress symptoms.
designWe observed and reported recruitment and retention rates, participant characteristics, adherence, and satisfaction across 2 cohorts. We also examined qualitative feedback provided by questionnaires, focus groups and individual interviews.
main outcome measuresRates of recruitment and retention, focus group and individual feedback interviews, self-reported satisfaction.
participants17 veterans with post-traumatic stress symptoms.
resultsAlmost 90% (17/19) of those eligible following the telephone screen enrolled in the programme. Three-quarters (76.4%) of the participants attended at least 3 of the 4 Tai Chi sessions. Qualitative data analysis revealed themes indicating favourable impressions of the Tai Chi sessions. In addition, participants reported feeling very engaged during the sessions, and found Tai Chi to be helpful for managing distressing symptoms (ie, intrusive thoughts, concentration difficulties, physiological arousal). Participants also reported high satisfaction: 93.8% endorsed being very or mostly satisfied with the programme. All participants (100%) indicated that they would like to participate in future Tai Chi programmes and would recommend it to a friend.
conclusionsTai Chi appears to be feasible and safe for veterans with symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), is perceived to be beneficial and is associated with high rates of satisfaction. This study highlights the need for future investigation of Tai Chi as a novel intervention to address symptoms of PTSD.
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