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Social Activity Keeps Elders Young, Agile
Seniors who don't socialize regularly risk losing motor function, researchers say

Extra Pounds in Mid-Life Affect Later Mobility
Seniors who lose weight still at risk from previous obesity

Drug Improves Mobility in Some MS Patients
Fampridine may boost walking ability, but some risks tied to dose strength, study says

Any Old Cane Won’t Do
Expert offers tips for choosing one carefully after an injury

Seniors Who Exercise Help Their Health
In study, aerobics, resistance training lowered risk of insulin resistance, improved motor function

Deep Brain Stimulation Helps Those With Advanced Parkinson’s
Study found both physical function and quality of life improved

Gradual Exercise Best After Joint Replacement
Trying to get back in the game too soon can undo benefits of surgery, study says

Cancer Drug Appears to Help With Aggressive MS
Use of cyclophosphamide sees 87% improvement in physical, mental function, study says

Acupuncture Eases Side Effects of Head, Neck Cancer Treatments
Narcolepsy drug also helped with severe fatigue among patients on chemotherapy

Therapeutic Cloning Works in Mice With Parkinson’s
Injecting neurons that were genetic match improved symptoms, avoided rejection