Osteoarthritis of the knee is a common condition, affecting nearly 40% of people over 65. The causes of knee pain and discomfort very important. It can be debilitating to the achievement of all the gestures of everyday life.

Taking anti-inflammatory medication and a change of lifestyle are usually recommended: losing weight if necessary, practice of regular physical activity according to its possibilities, adapting daily activities, etc..

Physical therapy may also prove effective against osteoarthritis of the knee. Moreover, the effects of weight training have recently been confirmed (1). Strength exercises, with or without a camera, and especially the contraction exercises to strengthen the quadriceps of the thighs (especially weak in osteoarthritis of the knee), can effectively improve mobility, balance and physical performance .

Tai Chi is another method equally effective than conventional weight training, here’s proof.

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Tai Chi cons of knee osteoarthritis

Forty people with osteoarthritis of the knee for ten years at least, have agreed to practice Tai Chi on a two-hour sessions per week for 3 months (2).

This practice was accompanied by a 75% reduction of pain, with 4 times less functional disability. The physical capabilities have improved significantly, as well as autonomy and general health, while manifestations of depression were alleviated. How to explain this effect of Tai Chi on osteoarthritis of the knee?

This martial art invites the body gently. It makes the muscles work, flexibility and endurance. Tai Chi provides better knowledge of his body and his own limitations. This activity is also working fresh mind. Through the work of breathing and relaxation, the general condition improves, which is also beneficial for painful knees, let alone better pain control.

As you try and you may be able to reduce your parallel dose anti-inflammatory dru