Tai chi may retard bone loss in postmenopausal women

December 20, 2009 by David Bendall · Leave a Comment

Researchers at the Chinese University of Hong Kong compared bone mineral density in the spine and legs of 17 postmenopausal women who regularly practice tai chi to 17 age and gender matched controls who did not exercise. The women in the tai chi group had significantly higher bone mineral density than those in the control group. Bone mineral density in both groups was re-measured after 12 months. There was a decreased rate of bone loss in the tai chi group compared to the controls. The researchers conclude that tai chi may help retard bone loss in the weight-bearing bones of postmenopausal women.

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