Current Evidence of the Application of Music in Tai Chi Exercise: Scoping Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Music has frequently been used in movement exercises to enhance health benefits. However, scientific evidence regarding the application of music to Tai Chi practice is limited.

Objective

This scoping review aims to understand how music has been used in Tai Chi practice and whether music could be applied to Tai Chi practice to help optimize its benefits.

Methods

PubMed, CINAHL, CNKI, and Weipu databases were searched. We included studies that compare Tai Chi practice experience or health outcomes between individuals practicing Tai Chi with music and those practicing Tai Chi without music. Studies published through September 2022 were identified. Two researchers (YD and YH) independently performed study selection and data extraction. Thematic analysis was use

SUBMITTER: Du Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11450349 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature