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123 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA, 19106

2675854437

The Healing Arts Center provides everything you need to reach your health and wellness goals. Whether you're seeking acute or chronic pain relief, stress reduction, help with infertility, physical rehabilitation, anti-aging treatments or just plain relaxation, our staff are here to provide safe, effective treatment and classes to help you on your way. Our center's goal is to maximize your body's function, increase energy, give you a higher self-esteem and provide an overall improvement in your quality of life.

We named it the Healing Arts Center because every practitioner on the team has a wide repertoire of integrative techniques and treatments to draw upon. We believe the art of healing is in the creative application of techniques and the mix should always be fresh, responding to the demands of the moment. After all, we believe every patient is unique and every day presents a new challenge that demands our creativity.

Tai Chi Classes in Philadelphia | Arthritis, Stress Relief, Moving Meditation

Tai Chi Chuan (Tai Chi/Taiji) is a practice that integrates martial arts movements with Qi (pronounced Chee), circulation, breathing and stretching techniques. While traditionally training was focused on self-defense, today Tai Chi is practiced more commonly for its health and fitness benefits and carries a more spiritual tone than many other martial arts. As a practice, Tai Chi is capable of healing, rejuvenating and prolonging life. These health benefits are the primary contributions that have led to Tai chi’s popularity today.

Research on Tai Chi for Joint Health

 
 

In a 2003 Journal of Rheumatology article, older women with osteoarthritis safely performed the 12-movement Tai Chi for Arthritis program and noted improvement of symptoms as well as improved balance and physical functioning.

The best known randomized study for fall prevention was conducted by Emory University in the USA. Called the FICSIT study (Frailty and Injuries: Cooperative Studies of Intervention Techniques). This study showed that tai chi reduces the rate of falls of the elderly by a massive 47.5 percent

In 2007 Journal of Arthritis Care and Research, 152 people with osteoarthritis gain pain relief and better physical function from practicing Tai Chi for Arthritis program.

If you are interested in more Tai Chi research go to our Blog page.

Exercise is a crucial part of maintaining health, especially for those suffering from Arthritis and joint pain. While staying active can be challenging, a low-risk exercise like Tai Chi can actually reduce symptoms of stiffness or pain, improve balance and help to maintain overall joint health.