Biomedical subjects

T C Koh

Publications and source records attributed to T C Koh.

6 recordsLinked to original sources

PubMed1982

Baduanjin -- an ancient Chinese exercise.

Baduanjin (Eight-Treasured Exercises) is one of the many health-promoting ancient Chinese exercises that can easily be learnt without a teacher. Its therapeutic value is unproven, however, it is claimed to be valuable for indigestion, constipation, asthma, osteoarthritis, obesity and neurasthenia. Although the exercise may be practiced by following the pictures and instructions, success really depends on concentration, relaxation and daily practice.

Arthritis↗

PubMed1982

Tai Chi and ankylosing spondylitis--a personal experience.

On the suggestion of a Chinese physician the author took up Tai Chi, a traditional Chinese exercise, in an attempt to relieve symptoms from his moderately severe ankylosing spondylitis. Conventional medical therapy, used over a 15 year period, had proven of only limited benefit. Tai Chi consists of a series of intricate exercise sequences, and after 2 1/2 years of daily practice the author now feels stronger and healthier than before. Pain, weakness and general malaise return if practice is neglected for as little as one week. It is felt that Tai Chi is of value in minimizing the flexion deformity of the spine. Improved skeletal muscle strength, limb co-ordination, balance, chest movement and ability to relax are further benefits.

China↗

PubMed1982

Qigong--Chinese breathing exercise.

Qigong is an ancient Chinese breathing exercise with meditation which is being developed today for therapy of chronic illnesses in the People's Republic of China. It is claimed to cure gastric ulcers, hypertension, anxiety neurosis, otitis media, cancer and has even been used as a form of anaesthesia. Although the physiological effects produced by Qigong resemble those of meditation, there are certain features that are unique and often mysterious. Research in the future may prove Qigong to be a useful adjunct in the practice of medicine.

Anesthesia↗

PubMed1982

Sodium citrate: an alternative antacid for prophylaxis against aspiration pneumonitis.

In a double-blind study, 107 patients undergoing elective and emergency surgical procedures were given 15 ml of either sodium citrate 0.3 M or placebo 10 minutes before induction of anaesthesia. Gastric contents were sampled immediately after induction and the pH was measured. The mean pH of the Gastric contents of patients given sodium citrate was 5.67, whereas for those given the placebo it was 3.21 (p less than 0.001). Of patients given sodium citrate 92% had a gastric pH above 3.0 compared with only 37% in the placebo group (p less than 0.001). At the end of surgery gastric contents were emptied as completely as possible and the volume and pH measured. There was no significant difference in the mean volume of gastric contents in the two groups. In neither group was the mean pH at the end of surgery significantly different from that after induction.

Adolescent↗

PubMed1981

Tai Chi Chuan.

Tai Chi Chuan, a mind-body relaxation exercise, was devised by Chang San Feng for meditation and self-defense in the thirteenth century A.D. The 108 forms are performed in a slow relaxed manner, taking 30 minutes altogether. Practitioners of Tai Chi claim that it promotes health and cures certain illnesses but this has not been substantiated and therefore further research into its health benefits is warranted.

China↗

PubMed1981

Chinese medicine and martial arts.

Wushu (Martial Arts), mistakenly known in the West as Kung-Fu, is a system of Chinese boxing which is closely linked with the traditional practice of Chinese medicine. Many of the masters (Sifu) are Chinese physicians who often recommend health exercises and the soft form of martial arts to their patients, while the hard form is suitable for sport and self-defense. Martial arts is a great discipline for body and mind, suitable for all who treasure physical and mental health.

Adolescent↗