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Is it advisable to do exercise when affected by Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia? Which activities would you suggest and how intense should they be?

See if it is advisable for people with Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia to practice sports and which ones are the most recommended if you have Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia

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I have always done light stretching. I also play Wheelchair basketball and Wheelchair Rugby. They help with fitness.

Posted Mar 1, 2017 by Patricia 1000
This is a debatable question. Exercises should be done to maintain the strength and cardio ability of the person with HSP to maintain some level of mobility. Also, a physical therapist can recommend stretching exercises to counteract the contraction of muscles common with people with HSP.

Posted Mar 19, 2018 by Franc1s77 3550
Exercise can help preserve some ability level and mitigate progression. I participate in various adaptive sports, including sled hockey and hand cycling. Again, your ability to participate is specific to your own symptoms.

Posted May 10, 2018 by Evan 1620
Yes
As intense as possible

Posted Mar 13, 2019 by Craig 3550

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