Understanding the Health Benefits of Tai Chi Practice for Managing Pain After Breast Cancer Treatment

Abstract

This short review summarizes a recent U.S.-based study in which researchers evaluated the impact of tai chi mind-body exercises on health outcomes of breast cancer survivors. The researchers examined the efficacy of a tai chi intervention for managing aromatase inhibitor arthralgia in patients with breast cancer. They concluded that mind-body–related practices likely contributed to improved health outcomes. Nurses can guide patients about the impact that mind-body practices may have on the health and well-being of breast cancer survivors.