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How effective Is yoga in reducing Menopausal symptoms and Insomnia?

In 2012, a pioneering randomized clinical trial conducted by researchers. They have found that yoga can significantly reduce insomnia and climacteric symptoms in postmenopausal women. The study, led by Rui Ferreira Afonso and his team, sheds new light on the potential of yoga to enhance physical and mental health in this demographic. While yoga’s positive effects on insomnia and climacteric symptoms have been previously documented, … Continue reading How effective Is yoga in reducing Menopausal symptoms and Insomnia?

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What are the temporal changes in foot rollover during walking after a year-long exercise regimen in postmenopausal women?

In 2011, a randomized controlled trial was conducted by Monteiro, et. al., to evaluate the impact of a 12-month exercise program on the temporal characteristics of foot rollover during walking in postmenopausal women, based on plantar pressure data. The study involved 121 postmenopausal women aged 41 to 77 years, who were randomly recruited from the community. Participants were divided into exercise and control groups and … Continue reading What are the temporal changes in foot rollover during walking after a year-long exercise regimen in postmenopausal women?

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Does compliance to therapeutic exercise influence bone density and back complaints in postmenopausal women?

Osteoporosis poses a significant health concern, particularly for postmenopausal women, often leading to bone density loss and associated back problems. In this randomized controlled trial conducted at the Medical School, University of Vienna, the objective was to assess the impact of therapeutic exercise on bone density and back complaints in sedentary postmenopausal women. Ninety-two participants with a history of back problems were randomly assigned to … Continue reading Does compliance to therapeutic exercise influence bone density and back complaints in postmenopausal women?

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