fitnessUpdated: Aug 30, 2020 17:32 ISTThree popular complementary and integrative health (CIH) therapies - Yoga, Tai Chi, and meditation - are showing physical and mental health improvement among veterans. The special issue of Medical Care documents progress in implementing CIH therapies throughout the VA system-- part of efforts to promote a “Whole Health” approach in VA care. Three CIH therapies were associated with significant improvements in PROs:- Yoga was related to decreases in perceived stress. - Tai chi was linked to improvements in overall physical and mental health functioning, anxiety levels, and the ability to participate in social role activities. None of the CIH therapies resulted in improvement in veterans’ pain intensity or level of engagement in their health care.

Source: Hindustan Times August 30, 2020 12:02 UTC