Physical Activity, Exercise, and Physiotherapy in Parkinson's Disease: Defining the Concepts.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Exercise is gaining extreme relevancy as a new therapeutic intervention for Parkinson's disease (PD). However, the frequent misuse of the concepts exercise, physiotherapy, and physical activity limits the possibility of summarizing research findings. This review aims to clarify these concepts and summarize the evidence on exercise in PD.

Methods

We critically appraised physical activity-related concepts and conducted a systematic review of clinical trials evaluating exercise interventions in PD. Additionally, we discussed the implications for PD clinical practice and research.

Results

Exercise is a subset of physical activity, and a major component of physiotherapy for PD management, having as the main goal to improve physical fitness. The appraisal of the

SUBMITTER: Bouca-Machado R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6962680 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature