Taijiquan, Chi Kung, & Personalized Movement Therapies

Chi Kung (Qi Gong) and/or Taijiquan (Tai Chi) training was a required (min. 2.5 years) part of my medical school training and I did both sets of forms. I don’t know of any other medical program in the United States with such a strong focus on cultivating chi, i.e., electrochemical bioenergy, and becoming aware of the flows of energy within our bodies. Those of us who completed the grueling 3000+ hour training program in three years looked forward to these sessions to calm us and to center/focus our attention. I feel more connected and body aware, even two decades later, since I have built on what I learned.

Included in my Integrative Health Services are movement therapies to (re)build muscles using the safe and gentle forms that I have developed, regardless of age or injury. These forms require instruction, during clinical sessions, for safe use.

A key component is building the discipline needed to maintain long term wellness, after the 90-100 day training period.  Our bodies can do without many pain drugs once we establish regular stretching routines, and I expect to see dramatic results in a few months among dedicated students. No equipment needed, just the time to connect Body and Mind.

As an alternative, develop your own Physical Activity (PA) routines, including calisthenics, dancing, jogging, team sports, swimming, and walking. It is important to speak with a licensed healthcare provider when starting new PA routines.
I realize that some parents and hard working people may be challenged by taking on tasks requiring additional time commitments, even for personal health.

Check out my Community Services Program (FREE). Using the ideas from these sessions, develop and work out your own Health Implementation Plan, perhaps with a neighbor or family member.

Build Self Awareness and Confidence.  All you need is Motivation.

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Taijiquan, abbreviated as Tai Chi, represents the eternal spring, i.e., artesian,  of the Taijitu, in my vision. Its forms have gained a lot of attention in the United States and are being offered in many community settings, including Wilsonville (OR).  Many researchers have worked to demonstrate its utility for healing a variety of mental (Mind) and physical (Body) health issues. I have heard from people leading  lives free of arthritic complaints after long term and regular use of Tai Chi.

As with all other chi kung, i.e., chi cultivation,  techniques, Tai Chi teaches us about developing increased awareness of  the root of our stance and the fluidity of our movements.
Great for balance, limb power, and agility.