The goal of H&W exercise program in post-polio is to

• A. Increase muscle mass only
• B. Eliminate all fatigue
• C. Cure the disease
• D. Improve quality of life, function, and well-being while slowing decline

Answer: (D)

In post-polio syndrome, the goal of a health and wellness exercise program is to support daily function and overall well-being while moderating the progression of symptoms. The emphasis is on improving endurance, strength with safe, gradual progression, flexibility, balance, and the ability to perform activities of daily living, all while pacing activities to avoid overfatigue. This approach helps people maintain independence and quality of life despite the chronic nature of the condition. There isn’t a cure or a way to completely eliminate fatigue, and increasing muscle mass isn’t the primary aim given the risk of overuse weakness in polio survivors. So the most appropriate objective is to enhance quality of life, function, and well-being while slowing decline.