Galileo Research Facts No. 88: Can Galileo Therapy improve balance and muscle function in Parkinson’s patients?

This study investigates the effects of 3 weeks of Galileo Therapy on gait distance and balance in Parkinson’s patients. Both groups received an extensive physio therapy concept focusing on flexibility, stretching, balance and body perception (40 minutes, 5/week). The Galileo group received additional 2*15 minutes, 5/week Galileo Therapy (25Hz, position 3-5, slightly bent legs).

The Galileo group showed a significantly increased walking distance and especially when comparing to the control group a remarkable improvement in balance by up to 33%. Like in many studies a very simple exercise protocol was chosen – more specific exercises targeting the different therapy goals (muscle power, flexibility, balance) using appropriate straining frequencies (#GIS1) – would have been even more effective (e.g. balance < 10Hz, stretching 16..20Hz, muscle power >25Hz but deeper squats to address upper legs and Gluteus).

In Addition, #GRFS168 showed, that Galileo Therapy can be used in Parkinsons patients very efficiently for recreation after other exercises.

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