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Multiple Sclerosis Exercise Part 1When people with multiple sclerosis exercise, it promotes the production of proteins called nerve growth factors. These proteins play an important role by aiding in the growth and maintenance of neurons in the brain. This is according to research by lead author, Ruchika Shaurya Prakash, in a study at Ohio State University. These women were able to do better on cognitive function tests than women who were less fit. The brains of women who exercised more had more gray matter. This gray matter is what helps the brain process things better. There is also less damage to the brain where MS lesions usually show up. Here is what Ruchika Prakash said about their findings:
"For a long time, MS patients were told not to exercise because there was a fear it could exacerbate their symptoms. But we're finding that if MS patients exercise in a controlled setting, it can actually help them with their cognitive function." In a nutshell, when people with multiple sclerosis exercise, the following things can happen:
So the question is, are you exercising? If so, than you have a head start in keeping your brain healthy. If not, now is as good a time as any to start. Give your brain a boost and hopefully you can head off some of the damage caused by MS. But what types of exercises are best for MSers? Click here to go find out. Disclaimer|Privacy Policy|Site Map|Search|FAQs|Advertising Policy|
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