Importance Of Parkinsons Disease Exercise

By Brenda White


Most individuals suffering from parkinsons disease have to struggle with the inability to move. The reason behind this is that this condition normally attacks the nervous system of the body. Therefore, it may start as a simple inability to swing a leg and later progress to a more serious issue since the disorder worsens over time. Nevertheless, exercise is one method in which these kinds of patients can gain back their lives and have some control over their movement. Below discussed are a few things to note about Parkinsons disease exercise.

There are a number of exercises that patients suffering from this disorder can involve in. One of these exercises is known as muscle strengthening. This kind of exercise is vital since is aids in the patients being able to hold things once again. Toning will also be incorporated in this exercise to ensure that muscles stay strong. Both toning and strengthening will be done in exercises like yoga and walking. The professionals will know methods of scheduling exercises in such a way that they are comfortable for the patients and they produce results.

Besides working out the hands and limbs, the trainer will also have to use other forms of exercises too. Good posture is among the many things that are sorted in the training sessions. Lack of the right posture will affect the patient when breathing and while swallowing meals. Therefore, exercises like calisthenics, yoga and swimming will go a long way in sorting the posture issue. In as much as the exercises are strenuous and the patient will not have fun indulging in them, they will prove helpful at the end.

It is always good to also make sure that the exercises are consistent. Ensure that you let the patient see the progress that they have made from the beginning to the end. For instance, they will be encouraged when they see that they can be able to maintain a grip or even playing with their grandchildren. It does give them a sense of home and at the same time encourages them to go on with the therapies.

The good thing is that such exercises also lessen the incidences of muscle cramps that are quite common in this condition. The rigidity of the joints is also is also greatly reduced when they engage in such therapies. Again, no one would enjoy staying still for so long hence when this is reduced they also begin to enjoy life and feel good about their health.

These exercises are not easy for the patients. It is therefore important that the patients are not overwhelmed during the exercises. For the beginning sessions, take a few minutes of exercise and go on increasing the minutes as the patient improves and gets accustomed to the routine.

Getting a friend or relative that is willing to do such exercises with them is also a good thing. Sometimes they might get bored engaging in this all alone. Therefore, ensure that you have a strong support system for them.

At the end of the day, it is vital to be keen on the signs of these conditions. Some people realize when it is too late. Therefore, knowing about it early enough is helpful as it helps correct the motor issues and exercises are more helpful.




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