Article

The primary aim of this study was to investigate the effects of two
different patterns of rehabilitation training on movement and balance function in
patients with idiopathic Parkinson disease. DESIGN: Forty patients with Parkinson
disease were randomized into the tai chi group (n = 20) or the multimodal
exercise training group (n = 20). Outcome measures were assessed at baseline and
after 12 wks of exercise. Balance was assessed using the Berg Balance Scale, and
movement was assessed by the Unified Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale-Motor
Examination, stride length, gait velocity, and Timed Up and Go Test. RESULTS: The
multimodal exercise training group improved significantly in movement from
baseline, and a reduction in balance impairment was observed for the multimodal
exercise training group.
The questionnaire results after training showed that the
multimodal exercise training is easy to learn and adhere to. No major adverse
events were noted in both groups. CONCLUSIONS:
This multimodal exercise training
could improve motion function and benefit balance function in patients with
Parkinson disease. The multimodal exercise training is easy to learn and practice.

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