Physical activity and neurocognitive functioning in aging - a condensed updated review

Gajewski, Patrick D.; Falkenstein, Michael

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“…The long-term benefits of PA on neurocognitive outcomes among HIV-uninfected older adults are well established [10][11][12]. Epidemiological studies have indicated that midlife PA is associated with a lower risk of neurocognitive decline and dementia later in life [13,14].…”

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A Longitudinal Analysis of the Impact of Physical Activity on Neurocognitive Functioning Among HIV-Infected Adults

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Higher levels of physical activity (PA) have been linked to better neurocognitive functioning in many populations. The current study examines the longitudinal association between PA and neurocognitive functioning among HIV-infected and HIV-uninfected persons. Community-dwelling adults (N = 291) self-reported level of PA and completed a comprehensive neuropsychological battery at two to four study visits (Mean follow-up time = 2.6 years). Participants were divided into three PA groups: ''No PA'' (no PA at any visit), ''consistent PA'' (PA at C50% of visits), and ''inconsistent PA'' (PA \ 50% of visits). A mixed effect model, adjusting for significant covariates showed that all PA groups had statistically significant, yet modest, neurocognitive decline over time; and, the consistent PA group began with, and maintained, significantly better neurocognitive function compared to the other two PA groups. This effect was evident among both HIV-uninfected and HIV-infected persons, despite the fact that HIV-infected persons showed lower baseline neurocognitive function. PA is a modifiable lifestyle behavior that may help to protect against neurocognitive impairment regardless of HIV status, however, given the proportion of HIV-infected individuals who evidence neurocognitive difficulties, a focus on increasing PA seems warranted.Resumen La actividad física (AF) ha sido asociada con un mejor funcionamiento neurocognitivo en varios grupos. Este estudio examinó la asociación longitudinal entre la AF y el funcionamiento neurocognitivo en personas con y sin infección del VIH. Adultos viviendo en la comunidad (N = 291) proporcionaron información acerca de sus niveles de AF y completaron una batería neuropsicológica exhaustiva. Los participantes completaron entre dos y cuatro visitas relacionadas con el estudio (tiempo de seguimiento promedio = 2,6 años) y fueron divididos en tres grupos de AF: ''Ninguna AF'' (Ninguna AF durante todas las visitas del estudio), ''AF Consistente'' (AF durante 50% o más de las visitas del estudio), y ''AF Inconsistente'' (AF durante menos del 50% de las visitas del estudio). Un modelo estadístico mixto, ajustando por el efecto de variables externas, indicó que hubo una reducción estadísticamente significativa, pero poco pronunciada, en el funcionamiento neurocognitivo en todos los grupos. Además, el grupo con AF Consistente demostró un mejor funcionamiento neurocognitivo en comparación con los otros dos grupos de AF al comienzo del estudio, el cual se mantuvo durante el seguimiento. A pesar de que las personas con VIH demostraron un funcionamiento neurocognitivo más bajo al comienzo del estudio que las personas sin VIH, el efecto de AF fue demostrado en los dos grupos. Es importante recalcar que la AF es un factor de vida modificable que podría proteger contra los daños neurocognitivos independientemente de si las personas tienen o no VIH. Dada la proporción de personas con VIH que demuestran problemas neurocognitivos relacionados con esta enfermedad, será importante enfocar los esfuerzos ...

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“…Deary et al, 2009. de Bruijn et al, 2013. Gajewski & Falkenstein, 2016 και μια διατροφή πλούσια σε βιταμίνες (Deary et al, 2009 Chapman et al, 2013.…”

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<p>Η παρούσα έρευνα αποσκοπούσε να εξετάσει διαφορές και ομοιότητες στη ρέουσα και αποκρυσταλλωμένη νοημοσύνη ηλικιωμένων που κατοικούν σε αστικές και αγροτικές περιοχές. Το δείγμα αποτελούνταν από 80 άτομα ηλικίας 65-91 ετών τα οποία χωρίστηκαν σε δύο ομάδες, 40 άτομα από αστικές περιοχές και 40 από αγροτικές. Ως έργα που μετρούν ρέουσα νοημοσύνη, χορηγήθηκαν η φωνολογική συνθήκη της Δοκιμασίας Λεκτικής Ευχέρειας και η Δοκιμασία Ευχέρειας Σχεδιασμού της συστοιχίας Delis-Kaplan Executive Function System. Ως έργα αποκρυσταλλωμένης νοημοσύνης, χορηγήθηκε η σημασιολογική συνθήκη της Δοκιμασίας Λεκτικής Ευχέρειας της D-KEFS και το Ερωτηματολόγιο Σοφού Τρόπου Σκέψης και Δράσης. Τα αποτελέσματα έδειξαν ότι οι ηλικιωμένοι που κατοικούν σε αγροτικές περιοχές είχαν υψηλότερη επίδοση στη σοφία ως διαλεκτική σκέψη και εκτίμηση της αβεβαιότητας της ζωής, σε σύγκριση με τους ηλικιωμένους που διαβιούν σε πόλη. Το ίδιο βρέθηκε και ως προς την επίδοσή τους στη σημασιολογική συνθήκη της Δοκιμασίας Λεκτικής Ευχέρειας, η οποία μετρά τις εκτελεστικές λειτουργίες της έναρξης διαδικασίας και της αναστολής αλλά απαιτεί και σημασιολογική γνώση και μνήμη. </p>

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“…Healthy aging is associated with a decline in sensory, motor, and specific cognitive functions (1). Decline of physiological function in the elderly is related to losing natural physical functions and memory, as well as other chronic conditions that can affect an individual's socio-economic condition and life style.…”

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“…JNMS 2017; 4 (1) Barriers to hydrotherapy in older women A number of symptoms such as pain and impaired walking make it impossible for the elderly to perform physical activity on the ground. However, floating on water increases the elderly's ability to exercise (6).…”

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Barriers to participating in hydrotherapy in older women: A qualitative study

Pourghane

2017

J Nurs Midwifery Sci

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Background and Purpose: Floating on water provides the opportunity for the elderly to exercise and take positions that may not be possible for them on the ground. The aim of this study was to explore the experiences of elderly women regarding barriers to hydrotherapy and how they can be ruled out.Methods: This qualitative study was performed using content analysis method in Guilan, north of Iran. A total of 23 elderly women undergoing hydrotherapy based on physician's order were chosen through purposive sampling. Semi-structured interviews were conducted for data collection, which were analyzed using the method suggested by Graneheim and Lundman (2004). The study's rigor was ensured and ethical considerations were considered during data collection and analysis.Results: Three main categories and nine subcategories, including internal barriers (lack of interest, insufficient knowledge, and doubt about its effectiveness), high expenses (expensive entrance fee, as well as expensive equipment and transportation), and environmental drawbacks (challenges of access, limited number of pools, and no companions), were developed during data analysis. Conclusion:Various factors were reported as barriers to hydrotherapy. The assessment of these barriers and resolving them can help improve quality of life in elderly women.

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Physical activity and neurocognitive functioning in aging - a condensed updated review

Cited by 113 publications

References 77 publications

A Longitudinal Analysis of the Impact of Physical Activity on Neurocognitive Functioning Among HIV-Infected Adults

A Longitudinal Analysis of the Impact of Physical Activity on Neurocognitive Functioning Among HIV-Infected Adults

Διαφορές Και Ομοιότητες Στη Νοημοσύνη Ηλικιωμένων Κατοίκων Αστικών Και Αγροτικών Περιοχών Της Ελλάδας

Barriers to participating in hydrotherapy in older women: A qualitative study

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