Ping pong can be added to the list of physical activities that aid Parkinson’s patients with the debilitating effect of the disorder.
And unlike some solitary exercise like walking on a treadmill, ping pong has the advantage of being social -with family, friends or in a club. You need more than one person to play- and laugh!
Since any progressively debilitating disease can lead to depression, finding company in a friendly atmosphere is as important as the exercise itself. In addition, there is a cognitive aspect to table tennis that helps with building new neuro-connections.
