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KMID : 0388320080150040467
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Journal of Korean Academy of Fundamental Nursing
2008 Volume.15 No. 4 p.467 ~ p.474
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The Effects of Tai Chi Exercise on Depression, Quality of Life and Self-efficacy in Patients with Parkinson’s Disease
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Choi Dong-Won
Sohng Kyeong-Yae
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Abstract
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Purpose: To examine the effects of Tai Chi exercise (TCE) on depression, quality of life and self-efficacy in patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD).
Method: A nonequivalent control-group pre and posttest design was used. Of the 30 participants 15 were assigned to the experimental group and 15 to the control group. The experimental group participated in 8 weeks of TCE which included one day of exercise with instructor on site and 3 days of self-exercise at home guided by a videotape.
Results: The 8 weeks of TCE were found to be significantly effective in enhancing quality of life and self-efficacy. However there was no significant difference in the level of depression.
Conclusion: These results suggest that TCE has positive effect on quality of life and self-efficacy in patients with PD. Research over an extended period with the TCE intervention is recommended to identify further effects.
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KEYWORD
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Parkinson’s disease, Tai Chi Exercise, Depression, Quality of life, Self-efficacy
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