All articles tagged with #exercise therapy
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Independent
New research shows that exercise and cognitive behavioral therapy can significantly improve recovery in patients with Takotsubo syndrome, a stress-induced heart condition, highlighting the importance of the brain-heart connection in treatment.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Good News Network
A study from the University of South Carolina suggests that tandem cycling may improve the health and well-being of people with Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers. Participants in a tandem cycling program showed improved overall function, mobility, walking speed, and decreased disease progression. Caregivers also experienced improved resilience and decreased depression. The study highlights the potential benefits of exercise therapy for both patients and their caregivers, offering new avenues for improving quality of life for those affected by Parkinson's disease.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Bloomberg
A study suggests that exercise therapy may be harmful to long Covid patients, as some participants experienced crushing fatigue requiring weeks of bed rest after engaging in the therapy. This finding raises concerns about the potential health risks associated with exercise therapy for individuals suffering from long Covid.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Slate
A recent study suggesting that running therapy is as effective as medication in treating depression has garnered attention. However, closer examination reveals flaws in the study's methodology, including the lack of randomization and a small sample size. Other studies on exercise for depression also lack quality and show only minimal improvements. While exercise can have some benefits for mental health, there is currently no solid evidence to support the claim that running is as effective as medication.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Medical Xpress
Home-based walking exercise regimens have been found to be more effective than supervised treadmill physical therapy in patients with lower extremity peripheral artery disease (PAD). A meta-analysis of five randomized clinical trials showed that home-based walking exercise improved the distance walked in the 6-Minute Walk test by 50.7 meters, while supervised treadmill exercise improved it by 32.9 meters compared to the non-exercise control group. The findings suggest that home-based walking exercise is a better alternative for improving walking limitations in PAD patients.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
A study from Vrije University in Amsterdam compared the effects of antidepressants and running on anxiety, depression, and overall health over a 16-week period. The study found that running and medications offer similar benefits for mental health, with running showing improvements in physical health. However, the dropout rate for the running group was higher. Both therapies have a place in managing depression, but exercise therapy could be a better choice for some patients. The study suggests that lifestyle treatments, such as running therapy, should be considered more in mental health care.