Particularities of therapeutic exercises in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
International Journal of Development Research
Particularities of therapeutic exercises in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Received 28th May, 2021; Received in revised form 19th June, 2021; Accepted 25th July, 2021; Published online 29th August, 2021
Copyright © 2021, Thaline Milany da Silva Dias et al. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) can be defined as a progressive and inexorable disease that affects the neurons of the last horn of the spinal cord and the pyramidal tract to varying degrees. The purpose of rehabilitation programs should be tailored to the individual's needs and goals and focused on addressing symptoms and maximizing function and allowing people with ALS to live their lives to the fullest and with quality. The best practices for the management of ALS include an interdisciplinary approach aimed at addressing the physical and psychological needs and desires of patients and their families and caregivers. Exercise can significantly improve the functional ability and pulmonary function of patients with ALS safely,as long as directed to the particularities of the patients.
