People with hemophilia may benefit from mild exercise to minimize their risk of bleeding according to a study published in the scientific journal Haemophilia.
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Mild exercise can benefit people with hemophilia B by minimizing bleeding risk. Regular physical activity, including weight-bearing exercises, is recommended for individuals with hemophilia to strengthen muscles and condition joints, which can reduce the likelihood of severe bleeds. While exercise promotes blood clot formation in both hemophilia A and B, these changes are sustained longer in hemophilia B patients.
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