Probiotic Influences on Motor Skills: A Review.
- 2023-12
- Current neuropharmacology 21(12)
- PubMed: 37550907
- DOI: 10.2174/1570159x21666230807150523
Study Design
- Type
- Review
The effects of probiotics have mostly been shown to be favorable on measures of anxiety and stress. More recent experiments indicate single- and multi-strain probiotics in treating motorrelated diseases. Initial studies in patients with Parkinson's disease and Prader-Willi syndrome are concordant with this hypothesis. In addition, probiotics improved motor coordination in normal animals and models of Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and spinal cord injury as well as grip strength in hepatic encephalopathy. Further studies should delineate the most optimal bacterial profile under each condition.
Research Insights
| Supplement | Dose | Health Outcome | Effect Type | Effect Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bifidobacterium lactis DSM 15954 | — | Improved Motor Function | Beneficial | Small | View sourceprobiotics improved motor coordination in normal animals and models of Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and spinal cord injury |