Abstract
As the population of the United States ages, activities to maintain or improve cognitive function will become increasingly important to preserve functional ability, independence and health-related quality of life. This article is a review of recent research on Tai Chi and cognitive function in community-dwelling older adults. Of the 12 studies reviewed, 10 reported improvement in measures of executive function, language, learning, and/or memory. Several design features make comparisons across studies challenging. As a moderate-intensity, low-impact form of exercise, Tai Chi is appropriate for older adults and seems to offer positive cognitive benefits. Recommendations for future research are provided.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 9-19 |
| Number of pages | 11 |
| Journal | Geriatric Nursing |
| Volume | 35 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Jan 2014 |
Keywords
- Cognitive function
- Mind-body exercise
- Older adults
- Tai Chi
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Gerontology