A randomized controlled trial by Kaisu H. Pitkala, M.D., Ph.D., of the University of Helsinki, Finland, and colleagues suggests an intensive and long-term exercise program has beneficial effects on the physical functioning of patients with Alzheimer Disease without increasing costs of health and social services or causing any significant adverse effects. (Online First) A total of 210 home-dwelling patients with Alzheimer Disease (AD) living with their spouse caregiver participated in the trial...
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