Does regular exercisee slowdown the progression of PD?

Anonymous	Posted: Tue Apr 07, 2009 5:09 am Post subject: Does regular exercise slowdown the progression of PD? Physical exercise helps to maintain body fitness. However it neither relieves the motor symptoms nor slowdown the disease progression in Parkinson's. Kindly advise Regards
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Dr. Okun Joined: 19 Jan 2007 Posts: 251 Location: University of Florida	Posted: Fri Apr 10, 2009 2:53 pm Post subject: There are studies now in animals suggestion that exercise may upregulate important brain chemicals and may thus influence disease progression. There are several sites including USC, Rochestor NY, and Pitt interested in clinical trials. _________________ Michael S. Okun, M.D.