ArticleClinical interventions in aging2026
Long-Term Tai Chi Practice Modulates Cortical-Muscular Interactions During Walking in Older Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study.
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Purpose: The possible effects of Tai Chi exercise on neural coordination during walking in older adults remain unclear. This study aimed to compare cortical functional connectivity (FC) and corticomuscular coupling (CMC) during walking among older Tai Chi practitioners, older brisk walkers, and non-exercise controls. Methods: A total of 62 participants were recruited in this study, including older Tai Chi practitioners (n=20), older brisk walkers (n=22), and non-exercise controls (n=20). Participants performed a walking test during which data were collected. The FC was measured using cortical oxygenated hemoglobin (HbO Results: The Tai Chi practitioners showed greater FC in right primary motor cortex-left supplementary motor area ( Conclusion: Older Tai Chi practitioners exhibited greater functional connectivity and corticomuscular coupling, which may contribute to improved postural control and reduced fall risk in older adults.
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