Parkinson’s Disease and Boxing
What is Parkinson’s Disease exactly? Parkinson's Disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder affecting the nervous system and other tissues within the body This illness occurs when nerve cells in the brain that control movement either become impaired or die. These neurons produce a chemical called dopamine, which is very important for brain health. Another important chemical norepinephrine that controls automatic functions is lost when nerve endings in the brain die. Although exercise will not reverse symptoms of PD , it may slow the disease progression in the early stages. Exercise can help people with PD by improving functional mobility delaying the need for ....
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