Postgraduate medical journal
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Randomized Controlled Trial
An evaluation of the effects of Tai Chi Chuan and Chi Kung training in patients with symptomatic heart failure: a randomised controlled pilot study.
To study the effect of Tai Chi on exercise tolerance in patients with moderate heart failure. ⋯ In patients with chronic heart failure, 16 weeks of Tai Chi training was safe, with no adverse exercise related problems. It was enjoyed by all taking part and led to significant improvements in symptoms and quality of life.