Reversing Parkinson’s Disease: Special Exercise

A new study in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry reveals an ancient form of exercise to be extremely beneficial for Parkinson’s Disease (PD).

Not only did it slow down its progression and improve overall wellbeing, those who used it could also reduce the amount of medications they were taking.

Best of all, it’s so easy and effortless, anyone in any kind of shape can do these exercises.

In recent years, Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese martial art known for its slow, controlled movements, has been gaining attention not just as a form of exercise but also as a potential therapeutic tool for various health conditions.

The researchers were interested in Tai Chi for two main reasons. It has already been proven that exercise can slow down the progression of Parkinson’s, and it is easier to perform than most types of exercise for people with motor impairments.

The study focused on two groups of individuals diagnosed with PD:

- One group, consisting of 143 participants, practiced Tai Chi regularly.
- The other group, with 187 individuals, did not engage in this exercise.

The participants were monitored from January 2016 until June 2021 to assess the impact of Tai Chi on the progression of PD.

The most significant finding was that the group practicing Tai Chi experienced a slower rate of PD progression compared to the control group. This was assessed using the Unified Parkinson’s Disease Rating Scale, a tool used by doctors to measure the severity and progression of the disease.

Here is a description of the more detailed findings.

1. The progression of PD was slower in the Tai Chi group compared to the control group.

2. Participants practicing Tai Chi could reduce their medications in contrast to the non-exercise group that had to increase them.

3. Tai Chi was also found to be beneficial for motor symptoms like gait and balance.

4. Non-motor symptoms, including autonomic nervous system function (like bowel and urinary issues), mood, sleep quality, and cognition, showed positive changes.

5. The quality of life improved continuously for those practicing Tai Chi.

6. Reports of falling, dizziness, back pain, and fractures were significantly lower in the Tai Chi group.

7. The Tai Chi group experienced fewer complications like involuntary movements (dyskinesia), abnormal muscle tone (dystonia), hallucinations, mild cognitive impairment, and restless leg syndrome.

If Tai Chi sounds too intimidating, it is actually nothing of the kind. It combines deep breathing and relaxation with slow, gentle movements. It is a low-impact exercise that is gentle on the joints, making it suitable for people of all ages, fitness levels, and physical abilities.

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