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Korean Society of Muscle and Joint Health (대한근관절건강학회)
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The Effects of Tai Chi Exercise on Hope, Dependency, and Perceived Health Status of Elderly Women

타이치운동이 여성노인의 희망과 의존성 및 지각된 건강상태에 미치는 효과

  • Received : 2014.02.28
  • Accepted : 2014.05.27
  • Published : 2014.08.31
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Abstract

Purpose: This study was conducted to examine the effects of Tai Chi on hope, dependency, and perceived health status of elderly women. Methods: The study was a nonequivalent control group pre-post test design. Forty-seven elderly women were assigned to two groups: the experimental group (n=24) and the control group (n=23). Data were collected from June 13 to July 26, 2012 and analyzed using the SPSS/WIN 14.0 version program. The intervention was provided 2 times a week for 7 weeks. Results: There were significant differences in reported hope and perceived health status between the two groups. However, the issue of dependency was not significant. Conclusion: Tai chi can be utilized as an effective intervention for hope and perceived health status of elderly women. It will be a good solution to guide successful aging in an aging society.

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