The Role of Exercise in ALS Management
ALS is a chronic disease that can be difficult to manage. As the motor neurones degenerate the patient gradually loses their ability to move. Exercise can increase strength and improve mobility for ALS and lower the risk of depression. Only exercise on advice from a healthcare professional. Here is a short guide to the benefits that exercise can have for ALS patients. Understanding Motor Neuron Disease Motor Neuron Diseases are a group of neurodegenerative conditions that specifically affect motor nerves, i.e. These cells control all voluntary muscles throughout the body. These voluntary muscles are responsible to performing movements at will. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease (ALS), causes muscle tissue to degenerate all over the body. It can lead to an inability for the person to move around, speak or swallow. Exercise and ALS Patients: Benefits of Exercise Exercise is beneficial for those with ALS despite their progressive disease. Her