BDJ is a traditional Chinese exercise with a long written history. It is well known for its gentle, slow movements and associated health benefits. Ruby Ho, Health Qigong Ba Duan Jin instructor, believes that Health Qigong Ba Duan Jin practice can help to reduce some of the problems faced by people living with Parkinson’s. For more information on Health Qigong Ba Duan Jin and Parkinson’s please click here. Ruby delivered a talk on Health Qigong Ba Duan Jin and Parkinson’s at the University of Hong Kong’s Centre on Behavioural Health (CBH). This centre for training and research is interested in exploring if ‘BDJ and Parkinson’s’ is a worthwhile topic for research. Two scientific papers on the Health QiGong studies are available. These are:
- Effects of Health Qigong exercises on relieving symptoms of Parkinson’s
- Effects of Health Qigong exercises on physical function of people with Parkinson’s
BDJ Group Practice with Taster Class (9:00 – 9:30 am)
Ruby has hosted a free weekly course on BDJ for members. These classes, which were on zoom, have sadly now come to an end. However, we hope to be able to announce a new zoom class with Ruby in 2025.
For a selection of testimonials from learners who have taken Ruby’s class please click here.
| References |
|---|
| 1. Online BDJ Course Information 2024 |
| 2. Youtube video Health Qigong – Ba Duan Jin |
| 3. Standing course brochure |
| 4. Sitting course brochure |
| 5. Online Practice Declaration |
* Please note that this activity is not organised by Parkinson’s UK (company number 00948776). Parkinson’s UK is not responsible for the activity and is not liable for any advice given or treatment received, or for any loss or damage incurred because of attending the activity.