Vol. 5, Issue 4, Part E (2019)

Aim and Objective: To study the effect of Tai Chi exercise on exertional dyspnoea by STEP TEST in obese females.

Design: Interventional study

Methods: 56 female participants with age group: 18-45 years and with obesity grades ranging from over-weight and obesity grade 1 were enrolled in the study. Their pre and post exertional dyspnoea was calculated with step test and Tai-chi exercise were given for 4 weeks/5days.

Results: Comparing the pre and post values of dyspnoea by using paired t-test (p<0.0001, t=12.921) showed a extremely statistically significant result.

Conclusion: There is significant effect of Tai chi exercise to reduce dyspnoea in obese females so Tai chi appears to be possible intervention to reduce dyspnoea in obese females.