“The series of slow, gentle movements featured in Tai Chi offers pain-reducing benefits to those with joint sensitivities,” says Jeff Savage, director of programs for the Arthritis Foundation of Texas.  Yet, Savage explains in an article published by The Fort Wayne News-Sentinel, most arthritis victims have difficulty finding an exercise program that doesn’t cause even more pain.

"We spent a lot of time researching the problem," Savage says. "What are the programs that are easy on your joints but still give you physical benefits?"  Tai chi was the answer and, subsequently, the Tai Chi for Arthritis program was born.



Tai Chi is mentioned in medical texts as long ago as 700 B.C. and, according to experts, became more formalized as a system of personal health by 900 A.D.  There are several different forms of Tai Chi, but the one recommended for those with arthritis is the Sun method.  Like all Tai Chi it involves a series of movements which engage the body’s muscles, joints, and tendons.  The gentler movements of the Sun style seem to fit the needs of arthritis patients perfectly.

Many sufferers who’ve taken up the sport note that they’ve been able to reduce or even eliminate their anti-inflammatory or pain medications.  Their everyday lives are more normal than they’ve been in years, add many of the Tai Chi participants.  They also cite increased energy and improvement in coordination. 
 

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