Exercise: Research papers
- Rehabilitation and Parkinson's Disease
Although results from studies of the neuroprotective effects of exercise are mixed, one consistent finding from animal models and human trials is the lack of adverse effects of exercise and physical activity on anatomic and behavioral outcomes.
01 April 2012
- Weekly exercise does not improve fatigue levels in Parkinson's disease
Sixty-five percent of the study group were fatigued (n = 24, mean 4.02, SD 1.48). Increased fatigue was associated with lower mobility and activity (P < .05). Individuals participated in a mean of 15 (SD 10) exercise sessions with no significant change in fatigue, mobility, well-being, or physical activity after exercise (P .05).
15 January 2012
- Reliability in One-Repetition Maximum Performance in People with Parkinson's Disease
Significantly differences between testing sessions were identified for knee extension (P 0.90) was also identified between sessions. Interestingly, almost third of subjects failed to perform better on the second testing session.
01 January 2012
- Lack of Short-Term Effectiveness of Rotating Treadmill Training on Turning in Mild-to-Moderate PD & and Healty Older Adults
No improvements in gait or turning occurred after five days of rotating treadmill training, compared to one day. The rotating treadmill is not recommended for short-term rehabilitation of impaired in-place turning in the general PD population.
01 January 2012
- Progressive Resistance Exercise and Parkinson's Disease: A Review of Potential Mechanisms
This paper reviews the therapeutically beneficial effects of progressive resistance exercise (PRE) on Parkinson's disease (PD). First, this paper discusses the rationale for PRE in PD. Second, it reviews recent findings of the use of PRE in individuals with PD.
01 December 2011
- Exercise and Motor Training in People with PD: A Systematic Review
Overall, the labor-intensive nature of most interventions tested in these trials and the sparse reporting of adherence and adverse events are likely to pose difficulties for therapists attempting to balance benefits and costs when selecting protocols that translate to sustainable clinical practice for people with PD.
01 December 2011
