Analysis and Reflections on the Scientific Research of Taijiquan in China

Taichiquan has recently came to the attention of the world’s scientific community, and within this community there exists diverse development trends. Based on an analysis of the published research papers within and outside of China, this paper discusses the institutional factors, internal factors and external factors that affect the development of Taijiquan scientific research. From there are three suggestions: First, through establishing a research paradigm based on life science and body experience, we may find the reason why Taijiquan has so many benefits in the physical and mental health for humans. Secondly, we should pay attention to intervention in the whole process of overall medical treatment (this includes preventive-care, general healthcare, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation through Taijiquan health promoting); and third the standardization of the basic concepts of Taijiquan is a rich area for further research that can act as a reference for the future scientific research of Taijiquan.