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Tai Chi Chuan training is associated with enhanced endothelium-dependent dilation in skin vasculature of healthy older men

Authors :
Jong-Syan Wang
Ching Lan
Ssu-Yuan Chen
May-Kuen Wong
Source :
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. June, 2002, Vol. 50 Issue 6, p1024, 7 p.
Publication Year :
2002

Abstract

Research shows that the Chinese traditional exercise Tai Chi Chuan has a positive effect on endothelium-dependent dilation in skin vasculature of older people. Further, Tai Chi Chuan practive may delay deterioration of age-related venous compliance and hyperemic arterial response.

Details

ISSN :
00028614
Volume :
50
Issue :
6
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.90003594