Published: Nov 14, 2013 | Updated: Nov 15, 2013 Download Complimentary Source PDF By Salynn Boyles, Contributing Writer, MedPage Today Action Points Time spent walking by older men was associated with reduced risk of onset of stroke in dose-response fashion. There was little evidence for a dose-response relationship between walking pace and stroke. Older men […]
Published: Nov 8, 2013 | Updated: Nov 8, 2013 By Ed Susman , Contributing Writer, MedPage Today Full Story: http://www.medpagetoday.com/MeetingCoverage/WCIR/42804 Action Points Note that this study was published as an abstract and presented at a conference. These data and conclusions should be considered to be preliminary until published in a peer-reviewed journal. There is a […]
Science Daily Full Story: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/11/131112105024.htm Nov. 12, 2013 — A new study conducted by researchers at the Center for BrainHealth at The University of Texas at Dallas published online in the open-access journal Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience found that engaging in a physical exercise regimen helps healthy aging adults improve their memory, brain health and […]
Monday 09 December 2013 Taking regular exercise is the most effective single lifestyle choice people can make to reduce their risk of dementia, according to one of the most extensive studies yet into people’s long-term health outcomes. The 35-year investigation, carried out by researchers at Cardiff University, found that consistently following just four out of […]
Neil Osterweil November 05, 2013 Full Story (may require free registration): http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/813844 BOSTON — The gentle art of tai chi, as well as strength and flexibility exercises, can help seniors avoid potentially serious falls through conditioning and a gain in self-confidence, according to several new studies. “Seniors who do tai chi become less dependent on their […]
The German and Israeli guidelines contain detailed recommendations for a variety of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) practices, including Tai Chi, guided imagery, acupuncture, yoga, and spa therapy.
This systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials found that fall prevention exercise programs reduced falls in older adults and had other beneficial effects.
Published: Oct 28, 2013 | Updated: Oct 28, 2013 By Kristina Fiore, Staff Writer, MedPage Today Full Story: http://www.medpagetoday.com/MeetingCoverage/CHEST/42512 Action Points This study was published as an abstract and presented at a conference. These data and conclusions should be considered to be preliminary until published in a peer-reviewed journal. CHICAGO — With its focus on […]
Denham J,et al. Sports Med. 2013 Oct 27. [Epub ahead of print] Affiliation School of Health Sciences, Federation University Australia, Room 228, Y Building, University Drive, Mt Helen, Ballarat, VIC, 3350, Australia. Abstract Most human phenotypes are influenced by a combination of genomic and environmental factors. Engaging in regular physical exercise prevents many chronic diseases, […]
Wolfgang Kemmler, PhD Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Volume 94, Issue 11 , Pages 2046-2053, November 2013 Abstract Objective To determine the effect of exercise frequency on various diseases and risk factors of the elderly. Design Retrospective analysis of a randomized controlled 18-month exercise trial. Setting University ambulatory group setting. Participants Community-dwelling women aged […]
Shi DL, et al. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2012 Jan 1;25(4):291-7. doi: 10.3233/BMR-2012-0345. Abstract The incidence of anterior cruciate ligament injury has continued to increase over the last two decades. This injury is associated with abnormal gait patterns and osteoarthritis of the knee. In order to accelerate recovery, the introduction of core stability exercises into […]
Michael O’Riordan October 17, 2013 MILWAUKEE, WI — The American Heart Association (AHA), along with other professional organizations, is recommending that physicians regularly assess physical-activity levels in their patients[1]. Just like other major modifiable cardiovascular risk factors, such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol levels, obesity, and smoking status, physical activity “should be considered a vital health measure […]
Tiffany Field, Ph Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies Volume 17, Issue 4 , Pages 397-403, October 2013 Summary The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of yoga (physical activity) versus social support (verbal activity) on prenatal and postpartum depression. Ninety-two prenatally depressed women were randomly assigned to a yoga or a […]
For primary care patients with OA of the hip, a combined intervention of MT and PE was more effective than a MCI