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Can performing the valsalva maneveur while weightlifting increase the risk for alzeihmers over time?
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Unknown : This is a great question and deserves study. The valsalva maneuver increases intracranial pressure ((ICP). Chronic ICP may increase risk for dementia. It is not known if episodic or intermittent ICP would do the same in an otherwise healthy person. Bear in mind that dementia is a complex illness with multiple causes. I doubt that weightlifting is a major factor. Best wishes!
Answered 3/21/2015
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