Is it advisable to do exercise when affected by Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease? Which activities would you suggest and how intense should they be?
See if it is advisable for people with Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease to practice sports and which ones are the most recommended if you have Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
Yes! Exercise always. Make sure you streatch your muscles. But low impact muscle building is good as well. Always consult a doctor or physical therapist first.
What is CMT you do need to do some exercise to keep your strength and muscles. People is CMT shouldn’t run or be on a treadmill. But walking and swimming are very good exercises. Along with a bike that is stationary. Swimming is the best exercise for people is CMT. For people with CMT that affects their hands they should have a party where they can keep their muscles in their hands strong. As soon as you start to feel fatigue or right before that you need to stop. Because if you exercise too much it will hurt you more.
Low to moderate exercise is recommended to maintain strength and flexibility. The key is to listen to your body and never push to hard. Core strengthening exercises and stretching are best. Swimming, water aerobics, biking (if your balance tolerates) chair yoga, ect.
Exercise as tolerated can include activities such as walking, stationary bike, playing golf, swimming, stretching, yoga. Anything one has the mobility and strength to do.
EXERCISE THAT PRODUCES AN AEROBIC EFFECT, BUT DOES NOT OVERLY STRAIN MUSCLES. SOME PEOPLE REPORT BEING ABLE TO ENGAGE IN EXTREME SPORTS WITH FEW ILL EFFECTS.
Exercise depends on the strength a person has. Working out to the point of feeling muscle pain is not advised.
If a person can still walk I feel it is very important to do some walking everyday even if they use assistance such as a cane or walker.
Swimming is great but unless you have the use of a pool with handicapped access it can be very difficult to get in and out of a pool.
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