Tango dancing helps treat paralysis

Not only is the dance of romance and passion, tango also helps people with paralysis (Parkinson) improve their balance and movement.

Researchers at Washington Medical University (Seattle, Washington, USA) compare the effects of tango dance originating from Argentina and exercise movements for functional movement in 19 patients. Parkinson. Patients were randomly divided into two groups. One group practiced dancing tango, while the other group exercised.

Experts check and evaluate their condition before and after they conduct activities. The tango dance group is required to perform muscle stretching, balancing, tango walking, rhythmic, dance with friends and single jump. Meanwhile, the other group performed physical exercises in a sitting position (in the chair).

When both groups completed the exercises, the researchers examined the mobility of the patients with standardized tests and found their mobility improved significantly. People in the tango dance group perform better balance movements than those in the exercise group.

Gammon M. Earhart, a physiotherapist and team leader, said tango's movements are very helpful for people who suffer from vibration, such as turning, stepping, balancing. fast and slow steps alternately.