A Guide to Qigong Options for the Disabled

Being disabled should not deter anyone from embracing the benefits of Qigong. Qigong offers adaptable practices that can be performed while sitting or lying down, extending its accessibility beyond traditional standing movements. These adaptations encompass visualizations and sounds, enriching the possibilities for practitioners. In this article we look at what adaptable practices are available.

Adaptable Qigong Movements

Seated or Lying Movements: Breaking Barriers

Spring Forest Qigong includes exercises typically practiced while standing, but you can tailor them for seated or lying positions. In the “Moving of Yin and Yang” exercise, visualize energy flowing from head to toe while moving your hands in circular motions from head to stomach level. Performing this exercise while seated or lying down effectively promotes Qi movement, with warmth and tingling sensations indicating the flow.

Breathing of the Universe: Nurturing Vital Systems

The “Breathing of the Universe” exercise involves visualizing energy expanding and contracting from the lower Dantian. You can easily adapt this for a seated position, enhancing lung channels, improving digestion, and strengthening the immune system. Prolonged sitting won’t hinder these benefits.

Sword Fingers Visualization: Balancing Qi and Energy

“Sword Fingers,” derived from the ancient Qigong practice of “Zhanzhuang” or “Posting,” involves raising hands and pointing them outward while visualizing energy radiating from the fingertips to the Universe. For a simpler approach, take deep breaths and hum the sound “Om” on the exhale to stimulate the body’s energy, whether seated or standing.

Energy Visualization Meditation

Spring Forest Qigong offers meditation sessions like “Small Universe,” accessible through high-quality audio. During “Small Universe,” visualize energy balls collecting positive and healing energy, guided to different points throughout the body. This practice has significantly improved energy levels and pain relief for many, including the founder of Spring Forest Qigong, who healed from severe arthritis using it.

Face Massage and Tapping: Balance and Vitality

Massaging and tapping the face using various techniques, as described in the book “Head to Toe Healing,” effectively balances energy in the brain and various organs. Patting along the chest, arms, torso, and tailbone areas activates energy points connected to vital organs like the liver, lungs, and kidneys. Individuals can perform these practices themselves or with assistance.

Summary

In summary, Qigong offers a wealth of adaptable practices for disabled people or those with disabilities. These practices promote physical and mental well-being, enhance energy flow, and provide a path to improved health and vitality. Regardless of physical limitations, Qigong’s benefits are within reach for everyone.

If you are looking to practice any of the above movements please contact us. We also provide our own Qigong and Meditation classes along with guided sessions.