Author Archives: Taylor Mercado

PMID:  Brain Sci. 2019 May 4 ;9(5). Epub 2019 May 4. PMID: 31060221 Abstract Title:  Superior Effects of Modified Chen-Style Tai Chi versus 24-Style Tai Chi on Cognitive Function, Fitness, and Balance Performance in Adults over 55. Abstract:  BACKGROUND: Cognitive decline and balance impairment are prevalent in the aging population. Previous studies investigated the beneficial …

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PMID:  Rehabil Nurs. 2019 Jul/Aug;44(4):221-229. PMID: 31265440 Abstract Title:  Exploring the Adaptability of Tai Chi to Stroke Rehabilitation. Abstract:  PURPOSE: The aim of the study was to assess the feasibility, safety, and preliminary estimates of effectiveness of Tai Chi on functional outcomes in stroke survivors.DESIGN: A mixed-method study with a single-group repeated-measure design and in-depth …

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PMID:  Integr Med Res. 2019 Sep ;8(3):167-172. Epub 2019 May 30. PMID: 31304089 Abstract Title:  The Effects of Tai Chi Mind-Body Approach on the Mechanisms of Gulf War Illness: an Umbrella Review. Abstract:  Gulf War illness (GWI) is a chronic and multisymptom disorder affecting military veterans deployed to the 1991 Persian Gulf War. It is …

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PMID:  Adv Mind Body Med. 2018 Summer;32(3):4-11. PMID: 31370032 Abstract Title:  Long-term Tai Chi Training Is Associated With Better Dual-task Postural Control and Cognition in Aging Adults. Abstract:  Objective: Many activities within our daily lives require us to stand upright while concurrently performing a cognitive task (ie, dual tasking). The"costs"of dual tasking can present as …

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PMID:  J Cardiopulm Rehabil Prev. 2019 Aug 7. Epub 2019 Aug 7. PMID: 31397771 Abstract Title:  A Randomized Study Examining the Effects of Mild-to-Moderate Group Exercises on Cardiovascular, Physical, and Psychological Well-Being in Patients With Heart Failure. Abstract:  PURPOSE: To compare 2 mild-to-moderate group exercises and treatment as usual (TAU) for improvements in physical function …

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PMID:  Brain Sci. 2019 Jun 20 ;9(6). Epub 2019 Jun 20. PMID: 31226771 Abstract Title:  The Counteracting Effects of Exercise on High-Fat Diet-Induced Memory Impairment: A Systematic Review. Abstract:  The objective of the present review was to evaluate whether exercise can counteract a potential high-fat diet-induced memory impairment effect. The evaluated databases included: Google Scholar, …

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PMID:  Aging Clin Exp Res. 2019 Aug 20. Epub 2019 Aug 20. PMID: 31432432 Abstract Title:  Effects of Tai Chi on beta endorphin and inflammatory markers in older adults with chronic pain: an exploratory study. Abstract:  The purpose of this exploratory study was to examine the effects of Tai Chi on blood levels of beta …

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PMID:  Clin Respir J. 2019 Jul 16. Epub 2019 Jul 16. PMID: 31310707 Abstract Title:  Effect of moderate exercise under hypoxia on Th1/Th2 cytokine balance. Abstract:  INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVE: Moderate exercise performed in normoxia can be immunostimulatory, while strenuous exercise can be immunosuppressive. However, less is known about the effects of exercise under hypoxia on …

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