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Endurance exercise training in Friedreich ataxia
1Department of Neurology, University of Vermont, Burlington.
Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
|October 1, 1989
Summary
Aerobic endurance training led to significant physiological improvements in a patient with Friedreich ataxia (FA). The training enhanced cardiorespiratory function, increased work capacity, and promoted weight loss in this FA patient.
Area of Science:
- Exercise Physiology
- Neuromuscular Disorders
Background:
- Friedreich ataxia (FA) is a rare inherited disease causing progressive nervous system damage.
- Limited research exists on the potential benefits of aerobic exercise for individuals with FA.