題目：腸心如意：腸躁、健康與太極心境

時間：114年11月13日(星期五13：00- 15：00)

地點：臺北大學三峽校區音律電機資訊大樓B1萬榮講堂

大綱：

腸躁症（Irritable Bowel Syndrome，特別是便秘型 IBS-C）是一種常見的功能性腸道疾病，表現為腹脹、腹痛、排便困難與情緒困擾。雖然藥物可部分緩解症狀，但許多患者對效果不滿意，且可能出現副作用，促使臨床上尋求安全、自然的輔助療法。近期一項由美國哈佛醫學團隊進行的試驗顯示，為期 7 週的線上太極拳課程能有效改善 IBS-C 症狀；67% 的參與者回報腹脹減輕、排便規律度提升，以及焦慮感下降，IBS 症狀嚴重度量表平均下降 66 分，具統計學意義。太極拳透過緩慢動作、腹式呼吸與注意力引導，有助調節自主神經、提升迷走神經張力並穩定身心恆定。此外，研究指出太極拳亦能改善年輕族群的 α 波腦波活動與身體素質，並在心臟復健、中風後平衡及癌症療護中具有臨床效益。整體而言，太極拳是一項低風險、可持續、具文化親和力的身心介入，可作為 IBS 病人的有效輔助治療選項。

Irritable Bowel Syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) is a common functional bowel disorder characterized by abdominal pain, bloating, and defecation difficulty, often accompanied by anxiety and reduced quality of life. Although medications exist, many patients experience suboptimal relief and adverse effects, prompting interest in safe, mind–body–based adjunct therapies. Recent clinical evidence from a Harvard-led proof-of-concept trial demonstrated that a 7-week virtual Tai Chi program significantly improved symptoms in IBS-C patients, with 67% reporting reduced bloating, steadier bowel habits, and alleviated anxiety. Mean IBS Symptom Severity Scale scores decreased by 66 points, indicating statistically meaningful benefit. Additional studies show Tai Chi regulates autonomic balance, promotes vagal activation, and functions as dynamic meditation, enhancing homeostatic stability. Evidence further indicates benefits in rehabilitation, cardiovascular recovery, and—among young adults—enhancement of alpha-band EEG activity, suggesting improved relaxation and cognitive focus. Tai Chi thus represents a low-risk, accessible intervention that may complement conventional care for IBS patients and improve both gastrointestinal and emotional well-being.