As a physical therapist you're working with a patient who has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Which of these is an accurate statement?

A. Exercise can cure this disease.
B. Exercise can't cure this disease but it can help maintain functional fitness for a time.
C. Exercise has no effect on this disease or the patient's functional fitness.
D. Exercise can only cure this disease if it is of sufficient duration and frequency to evoke a change in strength.


Answer: B

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