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Integrated QiGong comprises of 5 elemental forms associated with the Chinese 5 phases.

  1. Wood - the element of wood is a phase that is associated with the organs and energy of liver and gall bladder. The associated tissues are the ligaments, tendons and joints.
     
    • Gentle rhythmic motion regenerates elasticity of connective tissue.
      IQG starts with the form that rhythmically stretches, warms and increases the circulation of the joints and ligament tissue.
    • Increase joint lubrication.
      This form moves the joints to increase the fluid circulation and passively moves them to create a regenerative effect.
    • Increase range of motion and strength.
      The variable and passive nature of the movements helps strengthen and build ligament and cartilage tissue to increase active range of motion.
    • Prevent arthritic development.
      Passive, rotational movements of the knees, hips and shoulders prevents degenerative arthritic formation and increases joint range of motion.

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