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One Form of Exercise Can Improve Sleep Long Term, Study Finds
- In a Hong Kong trial, 200 adults over 50 with chronic insomnia were assigned to tai chi or CBT-I for 24 one-hour sessions.
- Short-term results favored CBT-I, but by 15 months the tai chi group showed sleep improvements on par with CBT-I.
- More tai chi participants continued practicing after the intervention, suggesting lasting lifestyle integration.
- CBT-I remains an effective insomnia treatment with minimal side effects, though accessibility can be limited.
- The study, published in BMJ, highlights tai chi as an accessible long-term option for managing chronic insomnia.
- Tai chi is noted for accessibility and ease of integration into daily life, potentially enhancing long-term effectiveness.
- Chronic insomnia is linked to higher risks of cardiovascular disease, mental disorders, and cognitive impairment.
- The 15-month follow-up showed long-term sleep benefits for tai chi participants.
- The trial specifically used the 24-form Yang style tai chi as the intervention.
- Insomnia severity was measured with a seven-question screening tool during assessments.
- The BMJ study emphasizes tai chi as a viable long-term management approach for older adults.
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