Lung cancer is still the deadliest cancer in the world, with approximately 80% of the cases being non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Despite progress in the lung cancer treatment over the past two decades, 5-year survival rate following the conventional approaches still remains low, estimated in the range of 5-20%. Clearly, there is still an unmet medical need for new alternative therapies that demonstrate efficacy in lung cancer treatment with less associated toxicity than chemotherapy. Tai Chi is commonly described as mind-body practice and recently has been evaluated as a possible therapeutic strategy or a complementary and alternative medicine for distinct health concerns.

To examine the effects of a 10-week Tai Chi (TC) program on neuropsychological, psychological, and physical health of female cancer survivors. 

After the 10-week session, participants evidenced fewer neuropsychological complaints and enhanced neuropsychological functioning. They also demonstrated improved balance and reported better psychological functioning. 

Results suggest that TC may promote gains in neuropsychological functioning, in addition to previously demonstrated improvements in physical and psychological health. These findings support the need for controlled trials examining the potential benefits of TC on neuropsychological functioning after cancer.