A mixed methods study of Tai Chi exercise for patients with chronic heart failure aged 70 years and older.

ABSTRACT: Aims and objectives:This study aimed to evaluate Tai Chi group training among patients with chronic heart failure (CHF) aged 70 years and older. Background:Physical activity is recommended for CHF treatment. Tai Chi is found to be beneficial to different patient groups, although few studies focus on older patients with CHF. Design:A mixed methods study. Participants were randomly assigned to Tai Chi training twice a week for 16 weeks (N = 25) or control (N = 20). Quantitative data were collected at baseline, at the end of the training period and 6 months after training, assessing self-rated fatigue and quality of life, natriuretic peptides and physical performance. Individual qualitative interviews were conducted with participants (N = 10) in the Tai Chi training group. Results:No statisti

SUBMITTER: Hagglund L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5867290 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature