A 69-year-old woman with Parkinson's disease experiences freezing episodes and postural instability. She has had several falls. She is referred for ph...

Question

A 69-year-old woman with Parkinson's disease experiences freezing episodes and postural instability. She has had several falls. She is referred for physiotherapy. What type of exercise programme has the STRONGEST evidence for improving balance and reducing falls in Parkinson's disease?

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Tai Chi and balance-specific exercise programmes

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Purely aerobic exercise (e.g., cycling)

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Upper limb resistance training only

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Aquatic therapy alone

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Bed-based exercises

uk-dgm MCQ (SBA): Exercise and Balance Training in Parkinson's Disease

A 69-year-old woman with Parkinson's disease experiences freezing episodes and postural instability. She has had several falls. She is referred for physiotherapy. What type of exercise programme has the STRONGEST evidence for improving balance and reducing falls in Parkinson's disease?