Neurological conditions such as a stroke, brain or spinal cord injury, Parkinson’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Huntington’s disease and Motor Neuron Disease can have a massive physiological impact on an individual. At Momentum Exercise Physiology our goal is to help people better understand their condition and to aid them in improving their everyday quality of life.
Paresis (muscle weakness) is a is a key physical impairment in neurological conditions limiting mobility, balance and posture. Resistance training has been found to improve muscle strength and functional performance when added to functional exercises. Studies have shown that in people who regularly exercise, brain cells use dopamine more efficiently, therefore improving psychological health.
In the context of living with a neurological condition or disability, this is incredibly important because lack of cardiovascular fitness, fatigue, weakness and overall endurance capacity can be severely impaired. This is important because deconditioning can lead to further decreased mobility, falls and lack of independence. Not to mention the impact on existing fatigue, anxiety and depression and social isolation which can result from a lack of mobility and community engagement.