Randy McLaughlin PhD, MS, BS

Qigong Healing Practices are very important for the maintenance of health in China and these energy practices are becoming more common within the United States. Medical professionals 
are more likely to advise incorporating these ancient health exercises with Western medical advice to assist people recuperate from health problems.  

There are over 10,000 forms of qigong, including those practices used in Kung Fu, but the majority of people use these relaxing qigong exercises for various benefits for health. These exercises give the most benefit when they are done early in the morning before your first meal. Undertaking the exercises in the morning helps set the pace for your day and they increase your daily energy levels.

There are many stories as to the success of qigong practice for assisting people to overcome various disorders. A good many of the stories come from China, where there are testimonials of recovery from weak eyesight, spinal problems, general lack of energy, malignant tumors various other disorders after beginning a regular practice of qigong. On YouTube you can find video testimonials of people who have practiced from different countries who claim that these 
practices have been essential in helping them overcome high blood pressure, asthma, type II diabetes, coronary problems, and pulmonary conditions.

Because the practices stress the use of gentleness and tranquility in the exercises as well as in the breath meditations, they can be adapted for use with people who have a variety of conditions, including those who are bed-ridden or are unable to walk. The breath exercises are necessary for assisting to rehabilitate both the breathing ability and the circulatory systems for lymph and blood flow.  Improved blood and lymph flow help the body get rid of toxins. Scientific studies have also shown that qigong healing practices can also help improve immune system function.  

If you have a disease condition or only have a overall lack of energy, you should certainly research the feasibility of carrying out a easy qigong exercise set to help you to recover. Exercise routines which take no more than fifteen min. from your day can generate enormous benefits for your health.  The exercise set does not have to be complicated either to help improve health. Find a teacher near you and give it a try. Practice for two weeks to determine whether it can help you. Many others have tried it and have reaped the benefits and now live longer, happier and more healthy lives.

Resources

1. http://www.qigonghealingarts

2. http://www.squidoo.com/qigong-healing

Visit my blog at http://www.qigonghealingarts.org.  Here you will learn about breathing, healing sounds, and meditation methods that will help you start your practice.  References are provided and videos are featured in some cases to illustrate different aspects of qigong practice.