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Qigong Therapy may Help Treat Osteoarthritis

by Sreeraman on August 27, 2008 at 7:07 PM Alternative Medicine News

Qigong therapy, a form of traditional Chinese medical practice, including a variety of Chinese energy exercises can offer alternative treatment for people with osteoarthritis, suggest researchers.

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Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) suggests the existence of a subtle energy (qi) circulating throughout the body and in the surrounding environment.

According to TCM, good health is the result of free-flowing, well-balance 'qi', while sickness or pain is the result of a blockage of the 'qi' flow or unbalanced 'qi' in the body.

Osteoarthritis patients are increasingly using complementary and alternative medicine treatments, including Qigong therapy, used in China for treating arthritis.

"Although further research needs to be conducted, Qigong may be an effective complementary treatment for osteoarthritis," said Dr. Adam Perlman, chair of the Department of Primary Care, executive director of the UMDNJ-Institute for Complementary and Alternative Medicine and a co-investigator on the study.

"Given the limitation and potential adverse effects of drug intervention of osteoarthritis, Qigong therapy might prove to be a valuable option as a supplement to conventional treatment," he added.

During the study, two Qigong therapists were invited to participate, using external Qigong therapy.

External Qigong therapy (EQT) involves hand movements, similar to therapeutic touch, acupressure on specific points, focused attention and other mind healing techniques to direct the therapist 'qi' or energy into the patient. This is performed in an effort to remove sick 'qi' eliminating disease or relieving pain.

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