Tai Chi is one of the few interventions with randomized-trial evidence for reducing fall risk in older adults — the weight-shifting and reactive-stepping patterns train the exact capacities that decline with age. For the full evidence review, training protocols and FAQ, see our Fall Prevention Hub.
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