Is exercise the key to managing parkinson’s disease symptoms?

In 2015, a pilot study led by a team of researchers, including Alessandro Carvalho and colleagues, highlights the potential benefits of strength training (ST) and aerobic training (AT) as supplementary treatments for Parkinson’s disease (PD). The study, published in [Journal Name if known], aimed to compare the effects of these exercise programs with traditional physiotherapy on motor symptoms, functional capacity, and brain activity in patients … Continue reading Is exercise the key to managing parkinson’s disease symptoms?

Can treadmill aerobic training enhance glucose tolerance in stroke survivors?

In 2007, Ivey, et. al., conducted study about Insulin resistance and glucose intolerance which are prevalent among individuals post-stroke, elevating the risk of cardiovascular complications and recurrent stroke. Recent research indicates that treadmill exercise training (T-AEX) could enhance aerobic capacity in chronic stroke patients, hinting at its potential to positively impact glucose metabolism. In this study, we aimed to investigate the effects of a progressive … Continue reading Can treadmill aerobic training enhance glucose tolerance in stroke survivors?

Do aerobic and strength training Offer added benefits in the battle against obesity and insulin resistance?

In 1998, Weinstock, et. al., conducted study about the pursuit of combating obesity, short-term studies have demonstrated the positive effects of both diet and exercise on insulin sensitivity. This study aimed to investigate the outcomes of a 48-week supervised diet and exercise program on weight and insulin sensitivity among obese women, specifically focusing on the phases of initial weight loss, maintenance, and subsequent weight regain … Continue reading Do aerobic and strength training Offer added benefits in the battle against obesity and insulin resistance?