Study compares the benefits of tai chi, aquatic exercise, and a self-help program for patients with knee osteoarthritis.

This study compared the benefits of tai chi, hydrotherapy and a self help group for individuals with knee osteoarthritis. Fifty individuals completed the study. Both the tai chi and the hydrotherapy groups showed statistically significant improvements compared to the self-help group in a “difficulty of performing activities” measure, while the tai chi group also showed [...]

Benefits of Tai Chi or Hydrotherapy for People With Osteoarthritis of the Hip(s) or Knee(s)

A single blinded randomized controlled clinical trial with 3 allocation groups:- Tai Chi: maximum 15 people per group twice weekly 12 weeks.- Hydrotherapy: maximum 15 people per group twice weekly 12 weeks.- Control: 12 weeks waiting time prior to …