Boxing without an opponent can improve the quality of life for people with Parkinson’s disease, researchers at Edith Cowan University say.
Ten people with early-stage Parkinson’s disease took part in the study, which included group boxing for three hours a week for 15 weeks. The exercises were carried out on special dummies designed for soft targets.
During the experiment, participants had to hit different targets in a certain order (with a break of no more than two minutes between each target).
Approximately 90% of patients reported improved scores on the Parkinson’s Disease Rating Scale and the Sleep Quality Assessment Tool.
Group boxing, the authors note, brings many benefits to patients, including physical fitness and social interaction.
They believe boxing could be a therapeutic option for patients with other neurological conditions such as Huntington’s disease and multiple sclerosis. Gazeta.ru .
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