Benefits of physical activity for preventing and treating Parkinson disease

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Benefits of physical activity for preventing and treating Parkinson disease

9 September 2020

Chris Milne

Wednesday 9 September 2020, 12:15 AM

Older man exercising, exercise bike, elder health

Exercise on a stationary bike can be an option when walking or jogging become too challenging

Parkinson disease is a growing problem, but exercise may prove beneficial to patients both before and after the condition has established, as discussed here by sports physician Chris Milne

Key points, Regular mid-life physical activity of moderate to vigorous intensity may reduce the risk of developing Parkinson disease in later years. For establ, Pract Green w Pale Yellow

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