Qigong

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Chapter 57 Qigong

OVERVIEW.

Qigong is a Chinese form of physical training and method of harnessing energy for mental and physical well-being. The approach involves slow, controlled movements, static postures, postural awareness, relaxation, visualization, and breath and mental control.¹ Energy that normally flows through energy channels (meridians) is thought to be blocked and result in physical and emotional problems. By harmonizing the mind, the nervous system (autonomic) is believed to function more efficiently.¹

SUMMARY: CONTRAINDICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS.

Three sources cited a total of 11 concerns for qigong. Concerns ranged from 1 to 6 per source with a physical therapist citing the greatest number and a qigong master the fewest. The largest proportion of concerns was procedural and included issues related to the manner in which qigong is performed (e.g., rate of progression, intensity, temperature, meals).

PROCEDURAL CONCERNS

1 Mokone S. Qigong and Taichi in physical therapy. In: Charman RA, editor. Complementary therapies for physical therapists. Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann, 2000.

2 Lee C-T, Lei T. Qigong. In: Jona WB, Levin JS, editors. Essentials of complementary and alternative medicine. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 1999.

3 Cohen K. The way of qigong: the art and science of Chinese energy healing. London: Bantam, 1996.

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