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Ehrhardt M, Schreiber S, Duderstadt Y, Braun-Dullaeus R, Borucki K, Brigadski T, Müller NG, Leßmann V, Müller P. Circadian rhythm of brain-derived neurotrophic factor in serum and plasma. Exp Physiol 2024. [PMID: 39105714 DOI: 10.1113/ep091671] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2023] [Accepted: 07/05/2024] [Indexed: 08/07/2024]
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The neurotrophic growth factor brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) plays a crucial role in various neurodegenerative and psychiatric diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease, schizophrenia and depression. BDNF has been proposed as a potential biomarker for diagnosis, prognosis and monitoring therapy. Understanding the factors influencing BDNF levels and whether they follow a circadian rhythm is essential for interpreting fluctuations in BDNF measurements. We aimed to investigate the circadian rhythm of BDNF by collecting multiple peripheral venous blood samples from young, healthy male participants at 12 different time points over 24 h. In addition, vital parameters, cortisol and insulin like growth factor 1 (IGF1) were measured to explore potential regulatory mechanisms, interfering variables and their correlations with BDNF concentration. The findings revealed that plasma BDNF did not exhibit any significant fluctuations over 24 h, suggesting the absence of a circadian rhythm. However, serum BDNF levels decreased during sleep. Furthermore, serum BDNF showed a positive correlation with heart rate but a negative correlation with IGF1. No significant correlation was observed between cortisol and BDNF or IGF1. Although plasma BDNF suggests steady-state conditions, the decline of serum BDNF during the nocturnal period could be attributed to physical inactivity and associated with reduced haemodynamic blood flow (heart rate reduction during sleep). The type of sample collection (peripheral venous cannula vs. blood sampling using a butterfly system) does not significantly affect the measured BDNF levels. The sample collection during the day did not significantly affect BDNF analysis, emphasizing the importance of considering activity levels rather than timing when designing standardized protocols for BDNF assessments.
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- Maren Ehrhardt
- Division of Cardiology and Angiology, University Hospital Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
- German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE), Magdeburg, Germany
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- German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE), Magdeburg, Germany
- Center for Intervention and Research on Adaptive and Maladaptive Brain Circuits Underlying Mental Health (C-I-R-C), Magdeburg, Germany
- Division of Neurology, University Hospital Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
- Department of Neurology, Medical Faculty, Heinrich Heine University, Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Division of Cardiology and Angiology, University Hospital Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
- German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE), Magdeburg, Germany
- Institute of Sport Science, Otto-von-Guericke University, Magdeburg, Germany
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- Institute of Clinical Chemistry and Pathobiochemistry, Otto-von-Guericke University, Magdeburg, Germany
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- Institute of Physiology, Otto-von-Guericke University, Magdeburg, Germany
- Department of Informatics and Microsystems Technology, University of Applied Sciences Kaiserslautern, Zweibrücken, Germany
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- German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE), Magdeburg, Germany
- Degenerative and Chronic Diseases, Faculty of Health Sciences Brandenburg, University of Potsdam, Potsdam, Germany
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- Center for Intervention and Research on Adaptive and Maladaptive Brain Circuits Underlying Mental Health (C-I-R-C), Magdeburg, Germany
- Institute of Physiology, Otto-von-Guericke University, Magdeburg, Germany
- German Center for Mental Health (DZPG), Magdeburg, Germany
- Center for Behavioural Brain Sciences (CBBS), Magdeburg, Germany
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- Division of Cardiology and Angiology, University Hospital Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
- German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE), Magdeburg, Germany
- Center for Intervention and Research on Adaptive and Maladaptive Brain Circuits Underlying Mental Health (C-I-R-C), Magdeburg, Germany
- German Center for Mental Health (DZPG), Magdeburg, Germany
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Soraci L, Corsonello A, Paparazzo E, Montesanto A, Piacenza F, Olivieri F, Gambuzza ME, Savedra EV, Marino S, Lattanzio F, Biscetti L. Neuroinflammaging: A Tight Line Between Normal Aging and Age-Related Neurodegenerative Disorders. Aging Dis 2024; 15:1726-1747. [PMID: 38300639 PMCID: PMC11272206 DOI: 10.14336/ad.2023.1001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2023] [Accepted: 10/01/2023] [Indexed: 02/02/2024] Open
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Aging in the healthy brain is characterized by a low-grade, chronic, and sterile inflammatory process known as neuroinflammaging. This condition, mainly consisting in an up-regulation of the inflammatory response at the brain level, contributes to the pathogenesis of age-related neurodegenerative disorders. Development of this proinflammatory state involves the interaction between genetic and environmental factors, able to induce age-related epigenetic modifications. Indeed, the exposure to environmental compounds, drugs, and infections, can contribute to epigenetic modifications of DNA methylome, histone fold proteins, and nucleosome positioning, leading to epigenetic modulation of neuroinflammatory responses. Furthermore, some epigenetic modifiers, which combine and interact during the life course, can contribute to modeling of epigenome dynamics to sustain, or dampen the neuroinflammatory phenotype. The aim of this review is to summarize current knowledge about neuroinflammaging with a particular focus on epigenetic mechanisms underlying the onset and progression of neuroinflammatory cascades in the central nervous system; furthermore, we describe some diagnostic biomarkers that may contribute to increase diagnostic accuracy and help tailor therapeutic strategies in patients with neurodegenerative diseases.
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- Luca Soraci
- Unit of Geriatric Medicine, Italian National Research Center of Aging (IRCCS INRCA), Cosenza, Italy.
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- Unit of Geriatric Medicine, Italian National Research Center of Aging (IRCCS INRCA), Cosenza, Italy.
- Department of Pharmacy, Health and Nutritional Sciences, University of Calabria, Rende, Italy.
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- Department of Biology, Ecology and Earth Sciences, University of Calabria, Rende, Italy.
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- Department of Biology, Ecology and Earth Sciences, University of Calabria, Rende, Italy.
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- Advanced Technology Center for Aging Research, Italian National Research Center of Aging (IRCCS INRCA), IRCCS INRCA, Ancona, Italy.
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Università Politecnica delle Marche, Ancona, Italy.
- Clinic of Laboratory and Precision Medicine, Italian National Research Center of Aging (IRCCS INRCA), Ancona, Italy.
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- IRCCS Centro Neurolesi "Bonino-Pulejo”, Messina, Italy.
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- Section of Neurology, Italian National Research Center on Aging (IRCCS INRCA), Ancona, Italy.
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Rice PE, Thumuluri D, Barnstaple R, Fanning J, Laurita-Spanglet J, Soriano CT, Hugenschmidt CE. Moving Towards a Medicine of Dance: A Scoping Review of Characteristics of Dance Interventions Targeting Older Adults and a Theoretical Framework. J Alzheimers Dis 2024:JAD230741. [PMID: 39031353 DOI: 10.3233/jad-230741] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/22/2024]
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Background Dance combines cultural and aesthetic elements with behaviors important for brain health, including physical activity, social engagement, and cognitive challenge. Therefore, dance could positively impact public health given the rapidly aging population, increasing incidence of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, and lack of uptake of exercise in many older adults. Despite a high volume of literature, existing literature does not support evidence-based guidelines for dance to support healthy aging. Objective To conduct a scoping review of the dance intervention literature in older adults and provide information to facilitate a more consistent approach among scientists in designing dance interventions for older adults that stimulate physical and neurocognitive health adaptations. Methods Study characteristics (sample size, population, study design, outcomes, intervention details) were ascertained from 112 separate studies of dance reported in 127 papers that reported outcomes important for brain health (cardiorespiratory fitness, balance and mobility, cognition, mood, and quality of life). Results High heterogeneity across studies was evident. Class frequency ranged from < 1 to 5 classes per week, class length from 30-120 minutes, and intervention duration from 2 weeks to 18 months. Studies often did not randomize participants, had small (< 30) sample sizes, and used varied comparator conditions. Over 50 tests of cognition, 40 dance forms, and 30 tests of mobility were identified. Conclusions Based on these results, important future directions are establishing common data elements, developing intervention mapping and mechanistic modeling, and testing dosing parameters to strengthen and focus trial design of future studies and generate evidence-based guidelines for dance.
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- Paige E Rice
- Department of Health and Exercise Science, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Section on Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Department of Health and Exercise Science, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
- Department of Internal Medicine, Section on Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Department of Theatre and Dance, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Section on Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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Malik J, Główka N, Jelonek W, Stemplewski R, Maciaszek J. Effect of a juggling-based physical activity on postural stability, reaction time, and attention focus in older adults: a randomized crossover study. Eur Rev Aging Phys Act 2024; 21:15. [PMID: 38822245 PMCID: PMC11143604 DOI: 10.1186/s11556-024-00351-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2023] [Accepted: 05/22/2024] [Indexed: 06/02/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND In the aging society, more attention is paid to the promotion of forms of physical activity that can improve postural stability and cognitive functioning. In this context, the importance of combined exercises, requiring simultaneous physical and cognitive involvement, is emphasized. Juggling seems to be a form of activity that is both cognitively and physically demanding. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of additional juggling exercise on postural stability and cognitive abilities in healthy, physically active older adults. METHODS Twenty-six healthy and physically active older adults (70.08±4.40 years old) were included in a randomized crossover study. The addition of juggling three times a week during four weeks was the main intervention (one period), while the control phase included four weeks with no addition of juggling (second period). Measurements of postural stability and cognitive abilities were performed before and after each period. For the purpose of postural stability assessment, a velocity of center of pressure with root mean square, area 95 percentile, medio-lateral and anterior-posterior range of motion were measured. Center of pressure signals were obtained using an AccuGait™ System force plate in three conditions: free standing, dual-task and limits of stability. The Vienna Test System was used for the assessment of selected cognitive abilities. A battery of reaction time tests and Cognitrone test were used for this purpose. RESULTS A significant interaction effect of intervention and time was observed in the postural stability dual-task condition in the root mean square of the center of pressure velocity in the advantage of the juggling period (medio-lateral: F=14.83, p<.01, ƞp2=.37; anterior-posterior: F=26.30, p<.01, ƞp2=.51). Additionally, moderate effect sizes were observed in the velocity of the center of pressure and variability of simple reaction time measurements, but without statistical significance. CONCLUSIONS The results of this study indicate that the implementation of juggling activity in everyday life may have positive effects on cognitive abilities and postural stability in healthy, physically active older adults, but the true effect may be low to moderate. TRIAL REGISTRATION The study was registered retrospectively (30.10.2023) at ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT06108713).
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- Jakub Malik
- Department of Physical Activity and Health Promotion Science, Poznan University of Physical Education, Królowej Jadwigi 27/39, 61-871, Poznan, Poland.
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- Department of Sports Dietetics, Poznan University of Physical Education, Królowej Jadwigi 27/39, 61-871, Poznan, Poland
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- Department of Neuromuscular Physiotherapy, Poznan University of Physical Education, Królowej Jadwigi 27/39, 61-871, Poznan, Poland
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- Department of Digital Technologies in Physical Activity, Poznan University of Physical Education, Królowej Jadwigi 27/39, 61-871, Poznan, Poland
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- Department of Physical Activity and Health Promotion Science, Poznan University of Physical Education, Królowej Jadwigi 27/39, 61-871, Poznan, Poland
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James C, Müller D, Müller C, Van De Looij Y, Altenmüller E, Kliegel M, Van De Ville D, Marie D. Randomized controlled trials of non-pharmacological interventions for healthy seniors: Effects on cognitive decline, brain plasticity and activities of daily living-A 23-year scoping review. Heliyon 2024; 10:e26674. [PMID: 38707392 PMCID: PMC11066598 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e26674] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2022] [Revised: 01/28/2024] [Accepted: 02/16/2024] [Indexed: 05/07/2024] Open
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Little is known about the simultaneous effects of non-pharmacological interventions (NPI) on healthy older adults' behavior and brain plasticity, as measured by psychometric instruments and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The purpose of this scoping review was to compile an extensive list of randomized controlled trials published from January 1, 2000, to August 31, 2023, of NPI for mitigating and countervailing age-related physical and cognitive decline and associated cerebral degeneration in healthy elderly populations with a mean age of 55 and over. After inventorying the NPI that met our criteria, we divided them into six classes: single-domain cognitive, multi-domain cognitive, physical aerobic, physical non-aerobic, combined cognitive and physical aerobic, and combined cognitive and physical non-aerobic. The ultimate purpose of these NPI was to enhance individual autonomy and well-being by bolstering functional capacity that might transfer to activities of daily living. The insights from this study can be a starting point for new research and inform social, public health, and economic policies. The PRISMA extension for scoping reviews (PRISMA-ScR) checklist served as the framework for this scoping review, which includes 70 studies. Results indicate that medium- and long-term interventions combining non-aerobic physical exercise and multi-domain cognitive interventions best stimulate neuroplasticity and protect against age-related decline and that outcomes may transfer to activities of daily living.
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- C.E. James
- Geneva Musical Minds Lab (GEMMI Lab), Geneva School of Health Sciences, University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland HES-SO, Avenue de Champel 47, 1206, Geneva, Switzerland
- Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, University of Geneva, Boulevard Carl-Vogt 101, 1205, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Geneva Musical Minds Lab (GEMMI Lab), Geneva School of Health Sciences, University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland HES-SO, Avenue de Champel 47, 1206, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Geneva Musical Minds Lab (GEMMI Lab), Geneva School of Health Sciences, University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland HES-SO, Avenue de Champel 47, 1206, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Geneva Musical Minds Lab (GEMMI Lab), Geneva School of Health Sciences, University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland HES-SO, Avenue de Champel 47, 1206, Geneva, Switzerland
- Division of Child Development and Growth, Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, University of Geneva, 6 Rue Willy Donzé, 1205 Geneva, Switzerland
- Center for Biomedical Imaging (CIBM), Animal Imaging and Technology Section, Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), CH F1 - Station 6, 1015, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Hannover University of Music, Drama and Media, Institute for Music Physiology and Musicians' Medicine, Neues Haus 1, 30175, Hannover, Germany
- Center for Systems Neuroscience, Bünteweg 2, 30559, Hannover, Germany
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- Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, University of Geneva, Boulevard Carl-Vogt 101, 1205, Geneva, Switzerland
- Center for the Interdisciplinary Study of Gerontology and Vulnerability, University of Geneva, Switzerland, Chemin de Pinchat 22, 1207, Carouge, Switzerland
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- Ecole polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Neuro-X Institute, Campus Biotech, 1211 Geneva, Switzerland
- University of Geneva, Department of Radiology and Medical Informatics, Faculty of Medecine, Campus Biotech, 1211 Geneva, Switzerland
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- Geneva Musical Minds Lab (GEMMI Lab), Geneva School of Health Sciences, University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland HES-SO, Avenue de Champel 47, 1206, Geneva, Switzerland
- CIBM Center for Biomedical Imaging, Cognitive and Affective Neuroimaging Section, University of Geneva, 1211, Geneva, Switzerland
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Fong Yan A, Nicholson LL, Ward RE, Hiller CE, Dovey K, Parker HM, Low LF, Moyle G, Chan C. The Effectiveness of Dance Interventions on Psychological and Cognitive Health Outcomes Compared with Other Forms of Physical Activity: A Systematic Review with Meta-analysis. Sports Med 2024; 54:1179-1205. [PMID: 38270792 PMCID: PMC11127814 DOI: 10.1007/s40279-023-01990-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/21/2023] [Indexed: 01/26/2024]
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BACKGROUND Physical activity is known to improve psychological and cognitive outcomes. Learning dance sequences may challenge cognition, partnered or group dance may benefit social interactions, and the artistic aspect may improve psychological wellbeing. Dance is an equally effective form of physical activity compared with other structured physical activities to improve physical health, but it is unclear how effective dance could be for psychological and cognitive outcome measures. OBJECTIVE To systematically review the literature on the effectiveness of structured dance interventions, compared with structured exercise programmes, on psychological and cognitive outcomes across the lifespan. METHODS Eight databases were searched from earliest records to July 2022. Studies investigating a dance intervention lasting ≥ 4 weeks, including psychological and/or cognitive health outcomes, and having a structured exercise comparison group were included. Screening and data extraction were performed by two independent reviewers at all stages. All reviewer disagreements were resolved by the primary author. Where appropriate, meta-analysis was performed, or an effect size estimate generated. RESULTS Of 21,737 records identified, 27 studies met the inclusion criteria. Total sample size of included studies was 1392 (944 females, 418 males, 30 unreported). Dance was equally as effective as other physical activity interventions in improving quality of life for people with Parkinson's disease [mean difference 3.09; 95% confidence interval (CI) - 2.13 to 8.30; p = 0.25], reducing anxiety (standardised mean difference 2.26; 95% CI - 2.37 to 6.90; p = 0.34), and improving depressive symptoms (standardised mean difference 0.78; 95% CI - 0.92 to 2.48; p = 0.37). Preliminary evidence found dance to be superior to other physical activity interventions to improve motivation, aspects of memory, and social cognition and to reduce distress. Preliminary evidence found dance to be inferior to other physical activity interventions to improve stress, self-efficacy and language fluency. CONCLUSION Undertaking structured dance of any genre is generally equally and occasionally more effective than other types of structured exercise for improving a range of psychological and cognitive outcomes. TRIAL REGISTRATION PROSPERO: CRD42018099637.
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- Alycia Fong Yan
- Sydney School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
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- School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, UNSW Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Sydney School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Sydney School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Sydney School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Sydney School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Faculty of Creative Industries, Education and Social Justice, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences, Macquarie University, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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Scharf C, Koschutnig K, Zussner T, Fink A, Tilp M. Twelve weeks of physical exercise breaks with coordinative exercises at the workplace increase the sulcal depth and decrease gray matter volume in brain structures related to visuomotor processes. Brain Struct Funct 2024; 229:63-74. [PMID: 38070007 PMCID: PMC10827861 DOI: 10.1007/s00429-023-02732-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2023] [Accepted: 11/03/2023] [Indexed: 01/31/2024]
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Physical exercise can evoke changes in the brain structure. Consequently, these can lead to positive impacts on brain health. However, physical exercise studies including coordinative exercises are rare. Therefore, in this study, we investigated how 12 weeks of physical exercise breaks (PEBs) with coordinative exercises, focusing mainly on juggling tasks, affected the brain structure. The participants were randomly allocated to an intervention group (IG, n = 16; 42.8 ± 10.2 years) and a control group (CG, n = 9; 44.2 ± 12.3 years). The IG performed the PEBs with coordinative exercises twice per week for 15-20 min per session. Before the intervention, after 6 weeks of the intervention, and after 12 weeks of the intervention, participants underwent a high-resolution 3T T1-weighted magnetic resonance imagining scan. Juggling performance was assessed by measuring the time taken to perform a three-ball cascade. A surface-based analysis revealed an increase in vertex-wise cortical depth in a cluster including the inferior parietal lobe after 6 and 12 weeks of training in the IG. After 12 weeks, the IG showed a decrease in gray matter (GM) volume in a cluster primarily involving the right insula and the right operculum. The changes in the GM volume were related to improvements in juggling performance. No significant changes were found for the CG. To conclude, the present study showed that regular engagement in PEBs with coordinative exercises led to changes in brain structures strongly implicated in visuomotor processes involving hand and arm movements.
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- Carina Scharf
- Institute of Human Movement Science, Sport and Health, University of Graz, Mozartgasse 14, 8010, Graz, Austria.
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- Institute of Psychology, University of Graz, Universitätsplatz 2, 8010, Graz, Austria
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- Institute of Psychology, University of Graz, Universitätsplatz 2, 8010, Graz, Austria
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- Institute of Psychology, University of Graz, Universitätsplatz 2, 8010, Graz, Austria
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- Institute of Human Movement Science, Sport and Health, University of Graz, Mozartgasse 14, 8010, Graz, Austria
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Chen R, Zhao B, Huang J, Zhang M, Wang Y, Fu J, Liang H, Zhan H. The Effects of Different Exercise Interventions on Patients with Subjective Cognitive Decline: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis. J Prev Alzheimers Dis 2024; 11:620-631. [PMID: 38706278 PMCID: PMC11060994 DOI: 10.14283/jpad.2024.65] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 02/18/2024] [Indexed: 05/07/2024]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE Exercise is a promising non-pharmacological therapy for subjective cognitive decline, but it is unclear which type of exercise is most effective. The objective was to assess the comparative effects and ranks of all exercise-based interventions on cognitive function in patients with subjective cognitive decline (SCD). METHOD In this network meta-analysis, Online databases for Web of Science, PubMed, Embase, Medline, Cochrane Library and PsycINFO were searched from inception to April 30, 2023. The included studies are randomized controlled trials assessing the efficacy of exercise interventions for individuals with SCD. The primary outcome measure is memory, while secondary outcome measures encompass executive function, attention, verbal fluency, and global cognitive function. Represented using Standardized Mean Differences (SMDs) along with their 95% Confidence Intervals (CIs). Bias assessment was conducted in accordance with the 'Cochrane Risk of Bias Assessment Tool, 2nd Edition' (RoB 2). Pairwise meta-analysis was carried out using the 'meta-analysis' module within STATA 14.0, and network meta-analysis was performed using the 'mvmeta' and 'network' packages available in STATA 14.0. Registration number CRD42023289687. RESULT This study included a total of 11 randomized controlled trials, encompassing 1,166 patients. Mind-body exercise was found to be efficacious in enhancing or sustaining memory (SMD: 0.58, 95%CI: 0.06 ~ 1.10) and executive function (SMD: 0.41, 95%CI: 0.09 ~ 0.73) in individuals with subjective cognitive decline. Furthermore, mind-body exercise exhibited the highest probability of being the most effective measures for improving or preventing the decline in memory (surface under cumulative ranking curve (SUCRA) value: 90.4) and executive function (SUCRA value: 91.8). The second-ranked moderate-intensity aerobic exercise has also shown a positive effect on the improvement of executive function in patients with subjective cognitive decline (SMD: 0.23, 95%CI: 0.03 ~ 0.43, SUCRA value: 68.2). However, we did not observe a significant effectiveness of exercise interventions on verbal fluency, attention, and overall cognitive function in subjective cognitive decline. CONCLUSION Mind-body exercise may potentially be the optimal strategies for enhancing memory and executive function in individuals with subjective cognitive decline. Additionally, moderate-intensity aerobic exercise has shown a modest positive effect on executive function in subjective cognitive decline. When resources permit, practical application of these findings may be considered. Nevertheless, further support for the conclusions of this study is warranted through larger sample sizes and well-designed multicenter trials.
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- R Chen
- Hongrui Zhan, Zhuhai, Guangdong, China. Tel: +86 13823017727. E-mail address:
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Haynes A, Tiedemann A, Hewton G, Chenery J, Sherrington C, Merom D, Gilchrist H. "It doesn't feel like exercise": a realist process evaluation of factors that support long-term attendance at dance classes designed for healthy ageing. Front Public Health 2023; 11:1284272. [PMID: 38192566 PMCID: PMC10773813 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1284272] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2023] [Accepted: 11/28/2023] [Indexed: 01/10/2024] Open
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Introduction Dance can positively impact older people's health and wellbeing across cultures and socioeconomic groups, countering age-related physical, sensorimotor and cognitive decline. Background/objectives The RIPE (Really Is Possible for Everyone) Dance program aims to improve older people's physical, mental, cognitive and social wellbeing by integrating engaging dance sequences with evidence-based fall prevention exercises. We sought to identify what mechanisms support observed long-term participation in this program, including by people living with challenging health conditions. Methods Following a realist evaluation approach, we co-developed and tested program theories iteratively with participant interviewees (n = 20), dance teachers (n = 2) and via observation of a dance class. Initial data were dual-coded and emergent findings were interrogated by the research team. Findings were organised to express Program activities + Context + Mechanism = Process outcomes configurations. Results We identified four program theories comprising 14 mechanisms which explained long-term attendance: 1. RIPE Dance benefits my body and mind (trust in the program, belief in health benefits), 2. RIPE Dance helps me feel good about myself (self-efficacy, pride in achievement, psychological safety, defying expectations, feeling valued), 3. RIPE Dance creates camaraderie (social connection, mutual support, rapport with the teacher), and 4. RIPE Dance is uplifting (raised spirits, fun, synchrony, musical reactivity). Conclusion The RIPE Dance program provides effective and enjoyable 'exercise in disguise' for older people with diverse mobility profiles. Significance/implications This research confirms that participation in dance can contribute significantly to healthy, happy ageing. Findings detail program activities that were most strongly associated with process outcomes, offering guidance for further program development, implementation and scaling up.
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- Abby Haynes
- Sydney Musculoskeletal Health, Institute for Musculoskeletal Health, University of Sydney and Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Sydney Musculoskeletal Health, Institute for Musculoskeletal Health, University of Sydney and Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Gold Moves Australia and RIPE Dance, Noosa, QLD, Australia
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- Sydney Musculoskeletal Health, Institute for Musculoskeletal Health, University of Sydney and Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, Western Sydney University, Penrith, NSW, Australia
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- Sydney Musculoskeletal Health, Institute for Musculoskeletal Health, University of Sydney and Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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Bruyneel AV, Pourchet T, Reinmann A. Dance after stroke improves motor recovery in the subacute phase: A randomized controlled trial. Heliyon 2023; 9:e22275. [PMID: 38053900 PMCID: PMC10694307 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e22275] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2023] [Revised: 10/28/2023] [Accepted: 11/08/2023] [Indexed: 12/07/2023] Open
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Purpose The objective of this study was to investigate the effects of a dance program, combined with conventional treatments, on the motor recovery and quality of life of stroke survivors in comparison with conventional treatments alone. Materials and methods A total of 16 subacute stroke survivors were randomized into two groups: a dance group (DG) and a conventional treatments group (CG). Stroke severity, cognitive abilities, and motor capacities were assessed at baseline. For six weeks, all participants underwent standard rehabilitation. However, in the DG, participants attended an additional weekly dance class. In both groups, the Mini-BESTest, Functional Independence Measure (FIM), ABC-Scale, Lower Extremity Motor Coordination Test (LEMOCOT), quadriceps strength, and Stroke-Specific Quality of Life Scale (SS-QOL) were measured at weeks 4 and 6. Nonparametric statistical tests were applied. Results Compared to the CG, the DG significantly improved recovery of balance, coordination, and FIM after four or six weeks. No differences were observed for quadriceps strength, SS-QOL, or cognition. Participants were completely satisfied with the dance class, and no adverse effects were observed. Conclusions This study was discontinued following the COVID-19 health crisis. However, the analysis revealed numerous beneficial effects of dance practice for subacute stroke survivors. The results contribute significantly to the advancement of artistic practices in stroke rehabilitation.
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- Anne-Violette Bruyneel
- Physiotherapy Department, Geneva School of Health Sciences, HES-SO University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Physiotherapy Department, Geneva School of Health Sciences, HES-SO University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Physiotherapy Department, Geneva School of Health Sciences, HES-SO University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland, Geneva, Switzerland
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Huang CS, Yan YJ, Luo YT, Lin R, Li H. Effects of dance therapy on cognitive and mental health in adults aged 55 years and older with mild cognitive impairment: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Geriatr 2023; 23:695. [PMID: 37880590 PMCID: PMC10601250 DOI: 10.1186/s12877-023-04406-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2023] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 10/27/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Individuals with mild cognitive impairment are at high risk of developing dementia. Dance therapy has promising applications in delaying cognitive decline. However, the effectiveness of dance therapy for older adults with mild cognitive impairment is unclear. The objective of this review was to evaluate the effectiveness of dance therapy on global cognitive function, specific cognitive subdomains, quality of life, and mental health in older adults with mild cognitive impairment to enrich health management strategies for dementia. METHODS Electronic databases and grey literature were searched from inception up to September 23, 2023. The language was limited to English and Chinese. Relevant studies were screened and assessed for risk of bias. A meta-analysis and subgroup analyses stratified by measurement instrument, dance type, intervention duration, and frequency were conducted using the STATA 16.0 software. This review was conducted in accordance with the PRISMA guidelines. RESULTS Ten studies involving 984 participants aged 55 years and over who met the eligibility criteria were included. Dance therapy significantly improved global cognitive function, memory, executive function, attention, language, and mental health (i.e., depression and neuropsychiatric symptoms). However, the effects of dance therapy on processing speed, visuospatial ability, and quality of life in older adults with mild cognitive impairment remain inconclusive. Moreover, dance interventions of longer duration (> 3 months) improved global cognition more than shorter interventions. CONCLUSION This review reported that dance therapy was effective in improving global cognitive function, memory, executive function, attention, language, and mental health (i.e., depression and neuropsychiatric symptoms). Hence, it may be an effective non-pharmacological complementary treatment for older adults with mild cognitive impairment.
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- Chen-Shan Huang
- School of Nursing, Fujian Medical University, No. 1 Xueyuan Road, Shangjie Town, Fuzhou City, 350122, Fujian Province, China
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- School of Nursing, Fujian Medical University, No. 1 Xueyuan Road, Shangjie Town, Fuzhou City, 350122, Fujian Province, China
- Department of Nursing, Fujian Provincial Hospital & Shengli Clinical Medical College, No. 134 Dongjie Street, Gulou District, Fuzhou City, 350001, Fujian Province, China
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- School of Nursing, Fujian Medical University, No. 1 Xueyuan Road, Shangjie Town, Fuzhou City, 350122, Fujian Province, China
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- School of Nursing, Fujian Medical University, No. 1 Xueyuan Road, Shangjie Town, Fuzhou City, 350122, Fujian Province, China
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- School of Nursing, Fujian Medical University, No. 1 Xueyuan Road, Shangjie Town, Fuzhou City, 350122, Fujian Province, China.
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Theobald P, Herold F, Gronwald T, Müller NG. [Motoric cognitive risk syndrome-Setting the course for dementia prevention?]. DER NERVENARZT 2023; 94:944-950. [PMID: 37140606 PMCID: PMC10575804 DOI: 10.1007/s00115-023-01487-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/26/2023] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND The predicted increase in adults with dementia will pose a major challenge for the German healthcare system. To mitigate this challenge, the early detection of adults with an increased risk of dementia is crucial. In this context, the concept of motoric cognitive risk (MCR) syndrome has been introduced into the English literature but is currently relatively unknown in German-speaking countries. OBJECTIVE What are the characteristics and diagnostic criteria of MCR? What is the impact of MCR on health-related parameters? What is the current state of evidence regarding the risk factors and prevention of the MCR? MATERIAL AND METHODS We reviewed the English language literature concerning MCR, the associated risk factors, and protective factors, similarities or differences with the concept of mild cognitive impairment (MCI), and its influence on the central nervous system. RESULTS The MCR syndrome is characterized by subjective cognitive impairment and a slower gait speed. Compared to healthy adults, adults with the MCR have a higher risk of dementia, falls, and mortality. Modifiable risk factors provide a starting point for specific multimodal lifestyle-related preventive interventions. CONCLUSION As MCR can be easily diagnosed in practical settings, it could become an important concept for the early detection of adults with an increased risk of dementia in German-speaking countries, although further research is necessary to empirically confirm this assumption.
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- Paula Theobald
- Professur für degenerative und chronische Erkrankungen, Bewegung, Fakultät für Gesundheitswissenschaften Brandenburg, Universität Potsdam, Am Mühlenberg 9, 14476, Potsdam, Deutschland.
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- Professur für degenerative und chronische Erkrankungen, Bewegung, Fakultät für Gesundheitswissenschaften Brandenburg, Universität Potsdam, Am Mühlenberg 9, 14476, Potsdam, Deutschland
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- Professur für Sportwissenschaften, Institute of Interdisciplinary Exercise Science and Sports Medicine, MSH Medical School Hamburg, Am Kaiserkai 1, 20457, Hamburg, Deutschland
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- Professur für degenerative und chronische Erkrankungen, Bewegung, Fakultät für Gesundheitswissenschaften Brandenburg, Universität Potsdam, Am Mühlenberg 9, 14476, Potsdam, Deutschland
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Madinabeitia-Cabrera I, Alarcón-López F, Chirosa-Ríos LJ, Pelayo-Tejo I, Cárdenas-Vélez D. The cognitive benefits of basketball training compared to a combined endurance and resistance training regimen: a four-month intervention study. Sci Rep 2023; 13:11132. [PMID: 37429866 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-32470-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2022] [Accepted: 03/28/2023] [Indexed: 07/12/2023] Open
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Neurocognitive function, especially executive functioning, is positively associated with better fitness or higher levels of physical activity (PA). Previous research suggests that combined endurance and resistance (AER+R) training leads to greater improvements than training in either modality separately. Dynamic team sports with cognitive dimensions, such as basketball (BAS), may be an excellent context for improving cognition. This study compared the effects of following a four-month PA training program in BAS versus AER+R on executive functions along with a control group with low PA. Fifty participants completed the training period and were randomly distributed into three groups: BAS (16 participants), AER+R (18), and control (16). Participants in the BAS group showed improved inhibition and working memory and those in the AER+R group showed improved inhibition and cognitive flexibility, while inhibition deteriorated in the control group. There were significant differences between groups only in inhibition. It appears that following a four-month PA training program is enough to enhance executive functioning, and improvements in inhibition are more evident when the program includes an open sport such as BAS.
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- Iker Madinabeitia-Cabrera
- Department of Physical Education and Sport, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Granada, 18071, Granada, Spain.
- Sport and Health University Research Institute (iMUDS), University of Granada, 18071, Granada, Spain.
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- Department of General and Specific Didactics, Faculty of Education, University of Alicante, 03690, Alicante, Spain
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- Department of Physical Education and Sport, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Granada, 18071, Granada, Spain
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- Department of Physical Education and Sport, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Granada, 18071, Granada, Spain
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- Department of Physical Education and Sport, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Granada, 18071, Granada, Spain
- Sport and Health University Research Institute (iMUDS), University of Granada, 18071, Granada, Spain
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Meulenberg CJW, Rehfeld K, Jovanović S, Marusic U. Unleashing the potential of dance: a neuroplasticity-based approach bridging from older adults to Parkinson's disease patients. Front Aging Neurosci 2023; 15:1188855. [PMID: 37434737 PMCID: PMC10331838 DOI: 10.3389/fnagi.2023.1188855] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2023] [Accepted: 06/05/2023] [Indexed: 07/13/2023] Open
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Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects >1% of individuals worldwide and is manifested by motor symptoms such as tremor, rigidity, and bradykinesia, as well as non-motor symptoms such as cognitive impairment and depression. Non-pharmacological interventions such as dance therapy are becoming increasingly popular as complementary therapies for PD, in addition to pharmacological treatments that are currently widely available. Dance as a sensorimotor activity stimulates multiple layers of the neural system, including those involved in motor planning and execution, sensory integration, and cognitive processing. Dance interventions in healthy older people have been associated with increased activation of the prefrontal cortex, as well as enhanced functional connectivity between the basal ganglia, cerebellum, and prefrontal cortex. Overall, the evidence suggests that dance interventions can induce neuroplastic changes in healthy older participants, leading to improvements in both motor and cognitive functions. Dance interventions involving patients with PD show better quality of life and improved mobility, whereas the literature on dance-induced neuroplasticity in PD is sparse. Nevertheless, this review argues that similar neuroplastic mechanisms may be at work in patients with PD, provides insight into the potential mechanisms underlying dance efficacy, and highlights the potential of dance therapy as a non-pharmacological intervention in PD. Further research is warranted to determine the optimal dance style, intensity, and duration for maximum therapeutic benefit and to determine the long-term effects of dance intervention on PD progression.
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- Institute for Sport Science, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
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- Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, University of Banja Luka, Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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- Institute for Kinesiology Research, Science and Research Centre Koper, Koper, Slovenia
- Department of Health Sciences, Alma Mater Europaea–ECM, Maribor, Slovenia
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Aslanyan V, Ortega N, Fenton L, Harrison TM, Raman R, Mack WJ, Pa J. Protective effects of sleep duration and physical activity on cognitive performance are influenced by β-amyloid and brain volume but not tau burden among cognitively unimpaired older adults. Neuroimage Clin 2023; 39:103460. [PMID: 37379733 PMCID: PMC10316126 DOI: 10.1016/j.nicl.2023.103460] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2023] [Revised: 06/21/2023] [Accepted: 06/21/2023] [Indexed: 06/30/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Sleep and physical activity have gained traction as modifiable risk factors for Alzheimer's disease. Sleep duration is linked to amyloid-β clearance while physical activity is associated with brain volume maintenance. We investigate how sleep duration and physical activity are associated with cognition by testing if the associations between sleep duration or physical activity to cognition are explained by amyloid-β burden and brain volume, respectively. Additionally, we explore the mediating role of tau deposition in sleep duration-cognition and physical activity-cognition relationships. METHODS This cross-sectional study obtained data from participants in the Anti-Amyloid Treatment in Asymptomatic Alzheimer's Disease (A4) study, a randomized clinical trial. In trial screening, cognitively unimpaired participants (age 65-85 years) underwent amyloid PET and brain MRI; APOE genotype and lifestyle questionnaire data were obtained. Cognitive performance was assessed using the Preclinical Alzheimer Cognitive Composite (PACC). Self-reported nightly sleep duration and weekly physical activity were the primary predictors. Regional Aβ and tau pathologies and volumes were the proposed variables influencing relationships between sleep duration or physical activity and cognition. RESULTS Aβ data were obtained from 4322 participants (1208 with MRI, 59% female, 29% amyloid positive). Sleep duration was associated with a Aβ composite score (β = -0.005, CI: (-0.01, -0.001)) and Aβ burden in the anterior cingulate (ACC) (β = -0.012, CI: (-0.017, -0.006)) and medial orbitofrontal cortices (MOC) (β = -0.009, CI: (-0.014, -0.005)). Composite (β = -1.54, 95% CI:(-1.93, -1.15)), ACC (β = -1.22, CI:(-1.54, -0.90)) and MOC (β = -1.44, CI:(-1.86, -1.02)) Aβ deposition was associated with PACC. Sleep duration-PACC association was explained by Aβ burden in path analyses. Physical activity was associated with hippocampal (β = 10.57, CI: (1.06, 20.08)), parahippocampal (β = 9.3, CI: (1.69, 16.91)), entorhinal (β = 14.68, CI: (1.75, 27.61), and fusiform gyral (β = 38.38, CI: (5.57, 71.18)) volumes, which were positively associated with PACC (p < 0.02 for hippocampus, entorhinal cortex and fusiform gyrus). Physical activity-cognition relationship was explained by regional volumes. PET tau imaging was available for 443 participants. No direct sleep duration-tau burden, physical activity by tau burden, or mediation by regional tau was observed in sleep duration-cognition or physical activity-cognition relationships. DISCUSSION Sleep duration and physical activity are associated with cognition through independent paths of brain Aβ and brain volume, respectively. These findings implicate neural and pathological mechanisms for the relationships between sleep duration and physical activity on cognition. Dementia risk reduction approaches that emphasize the adequate sleep duration and a physically active lifestyle may benefit those with risk for Alzheimer's disease.
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- Vahan Aslanyan
- Department of Population and Public Health Sciences, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 90032, USA
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- Alzheimer's Disease Cooperative Study (ADCS), Department of Neurosciences, University of California, San Diego, CA 92121, USA
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- Department of Psychology, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, Los Angeles, CA 90089, USA
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- Helen Wills Neuroscience Institute, University of California Berkeley, Berkeley, CA 94720, USA
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- Alzheimer Therapeutic Research Institute, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, San Diego, CA 92093, USA
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- Department of Population and Public Health Sciences, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 90032, USA
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- Alzheimer's Disease Cooperative Study (ADCS), Department of Neurosciences, University of California, San Diego, CA 92121, USA.
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Bracco L, Cornaro C, Pinto-Carral A, Koch SC, Mourey F. Tango-Therapy Intervention for Older Adults with Cognitive Impairment Living in Nursing Homes: Effects on Quality of Life, Physical Abilities and Gait. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:3521. [PMID: 36834217 PMCID: PMC9963458 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20043521] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2023] [Revised: 02/07/2023] [Accepted: 02/14/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Cognitive impairment in older adults is associated with poor gait performance, physical decline, falls and poor quality of life. This paper analyzes the feasibility and efficacy of tango-based intervention in older people living in nursing homes with and without cognitive impairment. A multicenter study, with pre- and post-test, was carried out. Intervention attendance, well-being, physical abilities (short physical performance battery), walking performance, functional capacities (Katz Index) and quality of life (quality of life in Alzheimer's disease) were assessed. Fifty-four participants (84.9 ± 6.7 years, mini mental state examination 14.5 ± 7.4) completed the protocol. Intervention attendance was 92%, and the mean subjective well-being after each session was 4.5 ± 0.5 (on a five-point scale). A statistically significant improvement was found in the quality of life (p = 0.030). Non-statistically significant changes were found in walking performance (p = 0.159), physical abilities (p = 0.876) and in functional capacities (p = 0.253). This study shows feasibility and suggests evidence for the effects of tango therapy on well-being and quality of life. Further studies are necessary to contrast these findings and to support the role of tango interventions as a holistic approach to prevent functional decline in older people with cognitive impairment.
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- Lucía Bracco
- Inserm U1093-Cognition, Action and Sensorimotor Plasticity, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Burgundy, 21078 Dijon, France
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- Research Institute for Creative Arts Therapies (RIArT), Alanus University of Arts and Social Science, 53347 Alfter, Germany
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- SALBIS Research Group, Faculty of Health Sciences, Nursing and Physiotherapy Department, Universidad de León, 24401 Ponferrada, Spain
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- Research Institute for Creative Arts Therapies (RIArT), Alanus University of Arts and Social Science, 53347 Alfter, Germany
- Department of Therapy Sciences, SRH University Heidelberg, 69123 Heidelberg, Germany
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- Inserm U1093-Cognition, Action and Sensorimotor Plasticity, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Burgundy, 21078 Dijon, France
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James CE, Stucker C, Junker-Tschopp C, Fernandes AM, Revol A, Mili ID, Kliegel M, Frisoni GB, Brioschi Guevara A, Marie D. Musical and psychomotor interventions for cognitive, sensorimotor, and cerebral decline in patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment (COPE): a study protocol for a multicentric randomized controlled study. BMC Geriatr 2023; 23:76. [PMID: 36747142 PMCID: PMC9900212 DOI: 10.1186/s12877-022-03678-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2021] [Accepted: 12/03/2022] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Regular cognitive training can boost or maintain cognitive and brain functions known to decline with age. Most studies administered such cognitive training on a computer and in a lab setting. However, everyday life activities, like musical practice or physical exercise that are complex and variable, might be more successful at inducing transfer effects to different cognitive domains and maintaining motivation. "Body-mind exercises", like Tai Chi or psychomotor exercise, may also positively affect cognitive functioning in the elderly. We will compare the influence of active music practice and psychomotor training over 6 months in Mild Cognitive Impairment patients from university hospital memory clinics on cognitive and sensorimotor performance and brain plasticity. The acronym of the study is COPE (Countervail cOgnitive imPairmEnt), illustrating the aim of the study: learning to better "cope" with cognitive decline. METHODS We aim to conduct a randomized controlled multicenter intervention study on 32 Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) patients (60-80 years), divided over 2 experimental groups: 1) Music practice; 2) Psychomotor treatment. Controls will consist of a passive test-retest group of 16 age, gender and education level matched healthy volunteers. The training regimens take place twice a week for 45 min over 6 months in small groups, provided by professionals, and patients should exercise daily at home. Data collection takes place at baseline (before the interventions), 3, and 6 months after training onset, on cognitive and sensorimotor capacities, subjective well-being, daily living activities, and via functional and structural neuroimaging. Considering the current constraints of the COVID-19 pandemic, recruitment and data collection takes place in 3 waves. DISCUSSION We will investigate whether musical practice contrasted to psychomotor exercise in small groups can improve cognitive, sensorimotor and brain functioning in MCI patients, and therefore provoke specific benefits for their daily life functioning and well-being. TRIAL REGISTRATION The full protocol was approved by the Commission cantonale d'éthique de la recherche sur l'être humain de Genève (CCER, no. 2020-00510) on 04.05.2020, and an amendment by the CCER and the Commission cantonale d'éthique de la recherche sur l'être humain de Vaud (CER-VD) on 03.08.2021. The protocol was registered at clinicaltrials.gov (20.09.2020, no. NCT04546451).
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- CE. James
- grid.5681.a0000 0001 0943 1999Geneva School of Health Sciences, Geneva Musical Minds Lab (GEMMI lab), University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland HES-SO, Avenue de Champel 47, 1206 Geneva, Switzerland ,grid.8591.50000 0001 2322 4988Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, University of Geneva, Boulevard Carl-Vogt 101, 1205 Geneva, Switzerland
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- grid.5681.a0000 0001 0943 1999Geneva School of Health Sciences, Geneva Musical Minds Lab (GEMMI lab), University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland HES-SO, Avenue de Champel 47, 1206 Geneva, Switzerland
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- grid.5681.a0000 0001 0943 1999Geneva School of Social Work, Department of Psychomotricity, University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland HES-SO, Rue Prévost-Martin 28, 1205 Geneva, Switzerland
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- grid.5681.a0000 0001 0943 1999Geneva School of Health Sciences, Geneva Musical Minds Lab (GEMMI lab), University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland HES-SO, Avenue de Champel 47, 1206 Geneva, Switzerland
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- grid.5681.a0000 0001 0943 1999Geneva School of Social Work, Department of Psychomotricity, University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland HES-SO, Rue Prévost-Martin 28, 1205 Geneva, Switzerland
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- grid.8591.50000 0001 2322 4988Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Didactics of Arts and Movement Laboratory, University of Geneva, Switzerland. Boulevard Carl-Vogt 101, 1205 Geneva, Switzerland
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- grid.8591.50000 0001 2322 4988Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Center for the Interdisciplinary Study of Gerontology and Vulnerability, University of Geneva, Switzerland, Boulevard du Pont d’Arve 28, 1205 Geneva, Switzerland
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- grid.8591.50000 0001 2322 4988University Hospitals and University of Geneva, Memory Center, Rue Gabrielle-Perret-Gentil 6, 1205 Geneva, Switzerland
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- grid.8515.90000 0001 0423 4662Leenaards Memory Center, Lausanne University Hospital, Chemin de Mont-Paisible 16, 1011 Lausanne, Switzerland
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- grid.5681.a0000 0001 0943 1999Geneva School of Health Sciences, Geneva Musical Minds Lab (GEMMI lab), University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland HES-SO, Avenue de Champel 47, 1206 Geneva, Switzerland ,grid.8591.50000 0001 2322 4988CIBM Center for Biomedical Imaging, MRI HUG-UNIGE, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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Waugh M, Grunseit AC, Mathieu E, Merom D. The psychometric properties of a novel task-based dance self-efficacy measure for older adult dance program participants. Arts Health 2023; 15:33-52. [PMID: 34429027 DOI: 10.1080/17533015.2021.1968446] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND Self-efficacy for dance may reflect individual differences in factors likely to influence dance program participation. This study investigated the psychometric properties of six novel task-based dance self-efficacy (t-bDSE) questions for older adults participating in two large-scale dance intervention trials (N1 = 530; N2 = 131). METHODOLOGY Internal consistency of t-bDSE was assessed and items validated according to age, gender, physical ability, cognitive status, psychosocial wellbeing, dance experience and exercise behaviour. Responsiveness of t-bDSE was investigated by comparing dance program participants to control groups. RESULTS Internal consistency was high (Cronbach's α = .88). Dance self-efficacy was weaker in participantswith less dance experience, poorer mental health, poorer cognitive and physical abilities, and insufficiently active. t-bDSE scores improved in aged-care trial participants (ηp2 = .05, a moderate effect). CONCLUSIONS The dance self-efficacy measure demonstrated good criterion and construct validity and can be included in future dance interventions to improve understanding of outcome variability and inform program evaluation.
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- Martha Waugh
- School of Health Sciences, Western Sydney University, Sydney, Australia
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- Prevention Research Collaboration, Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, Western Sydney University, Sydney, Australia
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Humphries A, Tasnim N, Rugh R, Patrick M, Basso JC. Acutely enhancing affective state and social connection following an online dance intervention during the COVID-19 social isolation crisis. BMC Psychol 2023; 11:13. [PMID: 36647172 PMCID: PMC9841492 DOI: 10.1186/s40359-022-01034-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2021] [Accepted: 12/28/2022] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many throughout the world to isolate themselves from their respective communities to stop the spread of disease. Although this form of distancing can prevent the contraction of a virus, it results in social isolation and physical inactivity. Consequently, our communities have become heavily reliant on digital solutions to foster social connection and increase physical activity when forced to isolate. Dance is a multidimensional form of physical activity that includes sensory, motor, cognitive, rhythmic, creative, and social elements. Long-term, interventional studies in dance have shown positive effects on both mental and social health; however, little has been done to examine the acute effects and no studies to date have explored the relationship between the affective state and social outcomes of dance. We examined the hypothesis that online dance is associated with improvements in affective state and social connection during a time of social isolation, namely, the COVID-19 crisis. Healthy adults (age ≥ 18; n = 47) engaged in a single session of 60 min of self-selected online dance, completing a series of validated self-reported questionnaires before and after class. We found that online dance was associated with improvements in affective state as measured by increased positive affect and self-esteem and decreased negative affect and depressive symptoms. Additionally, online dance was associated with improvements in social and community connectedness. Further, we found that those who experienced the largest increases in self-esteem and decreases in negative affect demonstrated the largest gains in social connectivity. Although in-person dance classes may be optimal for formalized dance training, online dance instruction offers an accessible platform that can provide mental and social health benefits during the COVID-19 social isolation crisis. We conclude that through online dance, individuals can experience a connection between the body, mind, and community.
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- Ashlee Humphries
- grid.438526.e0000 0001 0694 4940Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise, Virginia Tech, Integrated Life Sciences Building, 1981 Kraft Drive, Blacksburg, VA 24016 USA
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- grid.438526.e0000 0001 0694 4940Graduate Program in Translational Biology, Medicine, and Health, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA USA
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- grid.438526.e0000 0001 0694 4940School of Performing Arts, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA USA
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- grid.438526.e0000 0001 0694 4940School of Neuroscience, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA USA
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- grid.438526.e0000 0001 0694 4940Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise, Virginia Tech, Integrated Life Sciences Building, 1981 Kraft Drive, Blacksburg, VA 24016 USA ,grid.438526.e0000 0001 0694 4940School of Neuroscience, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA USA ,grid.438526.e0000 0001 0694 4940Center for Research On Health Behaviors, Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC, Roanoke, VA USA
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Clifford AM, Shanahan J, McKee J, Cleary T, O'Neill A, O'Gorman M, Low Q, Ní Bhriain O. The effect of dance on physical health and cognition in community dwelling older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Arts Health 2022; 15:200-228. [PMID: 35969880 DOI: 10.1080/17533015.2022.2093929] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Dancing is an attractive form of exercise among older adults and may positively influence physical and psychosocial health. The aim of this systematic review was to synthesize the evidence examining the dance prescription and effectiveness of dance in community dwelling older adults. METHODS Eight databases were searched to identify randomized controlled trials that evaluated the effectiveness of dance programs on community-dwelling older adults from 2007 to December 2020. Data regarding participants, dance programs and outcomes of interest were extracted and narratively synthesized. A meta-analysis was performed on the outcome data where possible. RESULTS Twenty-two studies met the inclusion criteria, of those 15 were deemed to be fair quality and 7 high quality using the PEDro scale. Nineteen studies included in the meta-analysis found that dancing can improve mobility and endurance compared to no intervention and afforded equivalent outcomes compared to other exercise programs. CONCLUSION The findings suggest that dance is an effective, safe and viable activity for community-dwelling older adults..
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- Amanda M Clifford
- School of Allied Health, Ageing Research Centre, Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- School of Allied Health, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- Division of Physiotherapy, Department of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch South Africa
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- Irish World Academy of Music and Dance, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- School of Allied Health, Ageing Research Centre, Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- School of Allied Health, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- Division of Physiotherapy, Department of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch South Africa
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- Irish World Academy of Music and Dance, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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Rehfeld K, Fritz TH, Prinz A, Schneider L, Villringer A, Witte K. Musical feedback system Jymmin® leads to enhanced physical endurance in the elderly—A feasibility study. Front Sports Act Living 2022; 4:915926. [PMID: 36032261 PMCID: PMC9403307 DOI: 10.3389/fspor.2022.915926] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2022] [Accepted: 07/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Background and objectives Active music-making in combination with physical exercise has evoked several positive effects in users of different age groups. These include enhanced mood, muscular effectivity, pain threshold, and decreased perceived exertion. The present study tested the applicability of this musical feedback system, called Jymmin®, in combination with strength-endurance exercises in a population of healthy older adults. Research design and methods Sixteen healthy, physically inactive older adults (5 males, 11 females) at the mean age of 70 years performed physical exercise in two conditions: A conventional work-out while listening passively music and a Jymmin® work-out, where musical sounds were created with one's work-out movements. According to the hypothesis that strength-endurance is increased during musical feedback exercise, parameters relating to strength-endurance were assessed, including exercise duration, number of repetitions, perceived exertion (RPE), and participants' mental state (Multidimensional Mood State Questionnaire; MDMQ). Results Results show that participants exercised significantly longer while doing Jymmin® (Mdn = 248.75 s) as compared to the conventional work-out (Mdn = 182.73 s), (Z = 3.408, p = 0.001). The RPE did not differ between conventional work-out and the Jymmin® condition, even though participants worked out significantly longer during the Jymmin® condition (Mdn = 14.50; Z = −0.905; p = 0.366). The results of the MDMQ showed no significant differences between both conditions (Z = −1.037; p = 0.300). Discussion and implications Results show that participants could work out longer while showing the same perceived exertion, relating to increased physical endurance. Music feedback work-out encouraged a greater degree of isometric contractions (muscle actively held at fixed length) and, therefore, less repetitions in this condition. In addition to the previously described effect on muscle effectivity, this non-stereotypic contraction pattern during music feedback training may have enhanced endurance in participants supporting them to better proportion energetic reserves during training (pacing). Clinical trial registration Identifier: DRKS00023645.
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- Kathrin Rehfeld
- Institute for Sport Science, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
- *Correspondence: Kathrin Rehfeld
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- Department of Neurology, Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences, Leipzig, Germany
- Institute for Psychoacoustics and Electronic Music (IPEM), Ghent, Belgium
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- Institute for Sport Science, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
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- Department of Neurology, Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences, Leipzig, Germany
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- Department of Neurology, Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences, Leipzig, Germany
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- Institute for Sport Science, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
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Wu J, Xiao W, Yip J, Peng L, Zheng K, Takyi Bentil O, Ren Z. Effects of Exercise on Neural Changes in Inhibitory Control: An ALE Meta-Analysis of fMRI Studies. Front Hum Neurosci 2022; 16:891095. [PMID: 35814955 PMCID: PMC9265250 DOI: 10.3389/fnhum.2022.891095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2022] [Accepted: 06/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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It is widely known that exercise improves inhibitory control; however, the mechanisms behind the cognitive improvement remain unclear. This study analyzes the extant literature on the neuronal effects of exercise on inhibitory control functions. We searched four online databases (Pubmed, Scopus, PsycINFO, and Web of Science) for relevant peer-reviewed studies to identify eligible studies published before September 1, 2021. Among the 4,090 candidate studies identified, 14 meet the inclusion criteria, and the results of 397 participants in these 14 studies are subsequently analyzed. We quantify the neural effects on the entire brain by using GingerALE software and identify 10 clusters of exercise-induced neuronal with either increases/decreases in the superior temporal gyrus (BA 22), precuneus (BA 7), superior frontal gyrus (BA 10), cuneus (BA 19), precuneus (BA 19), caudate, posterior cingulate (BA 19), middle temporal gyrus (B 37), parahippocampal gyrus (BA 30), precentral gyrus (BA 6). Meta-analytic coactivation map (MACM) showed that multiple functional networks overlap with brain regions with activation likelihood estimation (ALE) results. We propose the effect of exercise on neural activity is related to inhibitory control in the extended frontoparietal, default mode network (DMN), visual network, and other pathways. These results provide preliminary evidence of the neural effects of exercise on inhibitory control.
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- Jinlong Wu
- School of Physical Education, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
- Institute of Textiles and Clothing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Physical Education, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Institute of Textiles and Clothing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, China
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- College of Physical Education, Southwest University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Sport Rehabilitation, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
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- Civil and Environmental Engineering Department, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- School of Physical Education, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
- *Correspondence: Zhanbing Ren
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Malik J, Stemplewski R, Maciaszek J. The Effect of Juggling as Dual-Task Activity on Human Neuroplasticity: A Systematic Review. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:ijerph19127102. [PMID: 35742356 PMCID: PMC9222273 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19127102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2022] [Revised: 05/27/2022] [Accepted: 06/08/2022] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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This systematic review formulated a research question based on the PICO method in accordance with the Guidelines for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA), “What is the effect of juggling as dual-task activity on neuroplasticity in the human brain?” In total, 1982 studies were analysed, 11 of which met the inclusion criteria and were included in the review. These studies included 400 participants who had no prior juggling experience or were expert jugglers. The research methodology in seven studies was based on a long-term intervention with juggling. Three studies were based on brain imaging during the act of juggling, and one study was based on comparing differences between experienced jugglers and non-jugglers without the intervention. In all of these selected studies, positive structural changes in the human brain were found, including changes mainly in the gray matter (GM) volume in the visual motion complex area (hMT/V5) and the white matter (WM) volume in fractional anisotropy (FA). Based on this evidence, it can be concluded that the bimanual juggling task, as a dual-task activity, may effectively integrate brain areas to improve neuroplasticity. The small number of well-designed studies and the high risk of bias call for further research using a juggling intervention to identify conclusive evidence.
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- Jakub Malik
- Department of Physical Activity and Health Promotion Science, Poznan University of Physical Education, Królowej Jadwigi 27/39, 61-871 Poznan, Poland;
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +48-739-975-701
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- Department of Digital Technologies in Physical Activity, Poznan University of Physical Education, Królowej Jadwigi 27/39, 61-871 Poznan, Poland;
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- Department of Physical Activity and Health Promotion Science, Poznan University of Physical Education, Królowej Jadwigi 27/39, 61-871 Poznan, Poland;
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Senior Women's Dance: From Pleasure to Emancipation. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:ijerph19106318. [PMID: 35627862 PMCID: PMC9140459 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19106318] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2022] [Revised: 05/11/2022] [Accepted: 05/19/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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The aim of this paper is to capture older adult women’s experience of dance. To this purpose, a qualitative research study was carried out with members of the ‘Gracje’ dance group. The study used Jürgen Habermas’s theory of communicative action as its theoretical underpinnings. The focus was on the models of action and validity claims expressed in language (narrative). In this theoretical framework, dancing activity has been shown as promoting not only physical health and mental wellbeing but also social involvement. Our study has found that, in and through dance, the older adults primarily realised their claims to pleasure, attractiveness, health and emancipation. This has considerably improved their bodily capacity and increased their self-esteem. However, what the older adults themselves find most important is that the realisation of these claims beneficially affects their interactions in family and neighbourly communities and facilitates their engagement in volunteer activities, helping people at risk of exclusion due to age and/or disability.
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Effects of Two Short-Term Aerobic Exercises on Cognitive Function in Healthy Older Adults during COVID-19 Confinement in Japan: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:ijerph19106202. [PMID: 35627740 PMCID: PMC9140575 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19106202] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2022] [Revised: 05/11/2022] [Accepted: 05/17/2022] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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Aerobic exercise improves executive function-which tends to decline with age-and dual-task training with aerobic exercise improves the global cognitive function. However, home-based older adults could not follow these programs due to social isolation during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic. Therefore, we conducted a single-blind randomized controlled trial with 88 healthy older adults without dementia or sarcopenia who were randomly assigned into the Nordic walking (aerobic exercise), dance (dual-task training with aerobic exercise), or control group. The participants in both exercise intervention groups trained for 30 min, three times per week, for 4 weeks. All groups consumed amino acid-containing foods three times per week. We found that both exercise intervention groups showed improvements in executive function, while the dance group showed additional improvement in global cognitive function. The dance group showed a higher maximum gait speed, greater improvement in imitation ability, and improved executive function and cognitive function than the Nordic walking group. The intervention programs did not significantly affect the muscle mass or muscle output than the control group; however, both programs improved the participant neurological functions such as the heel lift, with dance training being the most effective intervention. In conclusion, dance training effectively improves cognitive function.
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Marquez DX, Wilbur J, Hughes S, Wilson R, Buchner DM, Berbaum ML, McAuley E, Aguiñaga S, Balbim GM, Vásquez PM, Marques IG, Wang T, Kaushal N. BAILA: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Latin Dancing to Increase Physical Activity in Spanish-Speaking Older Latinos. Ann Behav Med 2022; 56:1231-1243. [PMID: 35445687 PMCID: PMC9672351 DOI: 10.1093/abm/kaac009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Latinos are the fastest growing minority group of the older adult population. Although physical activity (PA) has documented health benefits, older Latinos are less likely to engage in leisure time PA than older non-Latino whites. Dance, popular among Latinos, holds promise as a culturally relevant form of PA. PURPOSE To describe self-reported and device-assessed changes in PA as a result of a randomized controlled trial of BAILAMOS, a 4-month Latin dance program with a 4-month maintenance program, versus a health education control group. METHODS Adults, aged 55+, Latino/Hispanic, Spanish speaking, with low PA levels at baseline, and risk for disability were randomized to the dance program (n = 167) or health education condition (n = 166). Data were analyzed using multilevel modeling with full information maximum likelihood. RESULTS A series of multilevel models revealed significant time × group interaction effects for moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA), dance PA, leisure PA, and total PA. Exploring the interaction revealed the dance group to significantly increase their MVPA, dance PA, leisure PA, and total PA at months 4 and 8. Household PA and activity counts from accelerometry data did not demonstrate significant interaction effects. CONCLUSIONS The study supports organized Latin dance programs to be efficacious in promoting self-reported PA among older Latinos. Efforts are needed to make dancing programs available and accessible, and to find ways for older Latinos to add more PA to their daily lives. CLINICAL TRIAL INFORMATION NCT01988233.
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- David X Marquez
- University of Illinois at Chicago, Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition, 1919 W. Taylor Street, MC 994, Chicago, IL 60612, USA.,University of Illinois at Chicago, Institute for Health Research and Policy, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Department of Women, Children and Family Nursing, Rush University, College of Nursing, Chicago, IL, USA
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- University of Illinois at Chicago, Institute for Health Research and Policy, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Rush University Medical Center, Department of Neurological Sciences, Rush Alzheimer's Disease Center, Chicago, IL, USA.,Rush University Medical Center, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Rush Alzheimer's Disease Center, Chicago, IL, USA
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- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, Urbana, IL, USA
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- University of Illinois at Chicago, Institute for Health Research and Policy, Chicago, IL, USA
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- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, Urbana, IL, USA
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- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, Urbana, IL, USA
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- University of Illinois at Chicago, Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition, 1919 W. Taylor Street, MC 994, Chicago, IL 60612, USA
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- Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, Department of Urban Public Health, College of Science and Health, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- University of São Paulo, Department of Medicine, São Paulo, Estado de Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- University of Illinois at Chicago, Institute for Health Research and Policy, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Indiana University Purdue University at Indianapolis, School of Health and Human Sciences, Department of Health Sciences, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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Kourtidou-Papadeli C, Frantzidis CA, Bakirtzis C, Petridou A, Gilou S, Karkala A, Machairas I, Kantouris N, Nday CM, Dermitzakis EV, Bakas E, Mougios V, Bamidis PD, Vernikos J. Therapeutic Benefits of Short-Arm Human Centrifugation in Multiple Sclerosis-A New Approach. Front Neurol 2022; 12:746832. [PMID: 35058870 PMCID: PMC8764123 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2021.746832] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2021] [Accepted: 12/03/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Short-arm human centrifugation (SAHC) is proposed as a robust countermeasure to treat deconditioning and prevent progressive disability in a case of secondary progressive multiple sclerosis. Based on long-term physiological knowledge derived from space medicine and missions, artificial gravity training seems to be a promising physical rehabilitation approach toward the prevention of musculoskeletal decrement due to confinement and inactivity. So, the present study proposes a novel infrastructure based on SAHC to investigate the hypothesis that artificial gravity ameliorates the degree of disability. The patient was submitted to a 4-week training programme including three weekly sessions of 30 min of intermittent centrifugation at 1.5–2 g. During sessions, cardiovascular, muscle oxygen saturation (SmO2) and electroencephalographic (EEG) responses were monitored, whereas neurological and physical performance tests were carried out before and after the intervention. Cardiovascular parameters improved in a way reminiscent of adaptations to aerobic exercise. SmO2 decreased during sessions concomitant with increased g load, and, as training progressed, SmO2 of the suffering limb dropped, both effects suggesting increased oxygen use, similar to that seen during hard exercise. EEG showed increased slow and decreased fast brain waves, with brain reorganization/plasticity evidenced through functional connectivity alterations. Multiple-sclerosis-related disability and balance capacity also improved. Overall, this study provides novel evidence supporting SAHC as a promising therapeutic strategy in multiple sclerosis, based on mechanical loading, thereby setting the basis for future randomized controlled trials.
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- Chrysoula Kourtidou-Papadeli
- Biomedical Engineering and Aerospace Neuroscience (BEAN), Laboratory of Medical Physics and Digital Innovation, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece.,Greek Aerospace Medical Association and Space Research (GASMA-SR), Thessaloniki, Greece.,Laboratory of Aerospace and Rehabilitation Applications "Joan Vernikos", AROGI Rehabilitation Centre, Thessaloniki, Greece.,Aeromedical Center of Thessaloniki (AeMC), Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Biomedical Engineering and Aerospace Neuroscience (BEAN), Laboratory of Medical Physics and Digital Innovation, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece.,Greek Aerospace Medical Association and Space Research (GASMA-SR), Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Department of Neurology, Multiple Sclerosis Center, AHEPA University Hospital, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Laboratory of Evaluation of Human Biological Performance, School of Physical Education and Sport Science at Thessaloniki, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Biomedical Engineering and Aerospace Neuroscience (BEAN), Laboratory of Medical Physics and Digital Innovation, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Greek Aerospace Medical Association and Space Research (GASMA-SR), Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Biomedical Engineering and Aerospace Neuroscience (BEAN), Laboratory of Medical Physics and Digital Innovation, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Greek Aerospace Medical Association and Space Research (GASMA-SR), Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Biomedical Engineering and Aerospace Neuroscience (BEAN), Laboratory of Medical Physics and Digital Innovation, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Laboratory of Aerospace and Rehabilitation Applications "Joan Vernikos", AROGI Rehabilitation Centre, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Laboratory of Evaluation of Human Biological Performance, School of Physical Education and Sport Science at Thessaloniki, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Biomedical Engineering and Aerospace Neuroscience (BEAN), Laboratory of Medical Physics and Digital Innovation, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece.,Greek Aerospace Medical Association and Space Research (GASMA-SR), Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Greek Aerospace Medical Association and Space Research (GASMA-SR), Thessaloniki, Greece.,Thirdage LLC, Culpeper, VA, United States
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Wind J, Horst F, Rizzi N, John A, Kurti T, Schöllhorn WI. Sex-Specific Brain Responses to Imaginary Dance but Not Physical Dance: An Electroencephalography Study of Functional Connectivity and Electrical Brain Activity. Front Behav Neurosci 2022; 15:731881. [PMID: 34975427 PMCID: PMC8715740 DOI: 10.3389/fnbeh.2021.731881] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2021] [Accepted: 09/29/2021] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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To date, most neurophysiological dance research has been conducted exclusively with female participants in observational studies (i.e., participants observe or imagine a dance choreography). In this regard, the sex-specific acute neurophysiological effect of physically executed dance can be considered a widely unexplored field of research. This study examines the acute impact of a modern jazz dance choreography on brain activity and functional connectivity using electroencephalography (EEG). In a within-subject design, 11 female and 11 male participants were examined under four test conditions: physically dancing the choreography with and without music and imagining the choreography with and without music. Prior to the EEG measurements, the participants acquired the choreography over 3 weeks with one session per week. Subsequently, the participants conducted all four test conditions in a randomized order on a single day, with the EEG measurements taken before and after each condition. Differences between the male and female participants were established in brain activity and functional connectivity analyses under the condition of imagined dance without music. No statistical differences between sexes were found in the other three conditions (physically executed dance with and without music as well as imagined dance with music). Physically dancing and music seem to have sex-independent effects on the human brain. However, thinking of dance without music seems to be rather sex-specific. The results point to a promising approach to decipher sex-specific differences in the use of dance or music. This approach could further be used to achieve a more group-specific or even more individualized and situationally adapted use of dance interventions, e.g., in the context of sports, physical education, or therapy. The extent to which the identified differences are due to culturally specific attitudes in the sex-specific contact with dance and music needs to be clarified in future research.
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- Johanna Wind
- Department of Training and Movement Science, Institute of Sport Science, Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Training and Movement Science, Institute of Sport Science, Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Training and Movement Science, Institute of Sport Science, Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Training and Movement Science, Institute of Sport Science, Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Training and Movement Science, Institute of Sport Science, Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Training and Movement Science, Institute of Sport Science, Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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Huang G, Pitts BJ. The effects of age and physical exercise on multimodal signal responses: Implications for semi-autonomous vehicle takeover requests. APPLIED ERGONOMICS 2022; 98:103595. [PMID: 34610491 DOI: 10.1016/j.apergo.2021.103595] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2020] [Revised: 07/28/2021] [Accepted: 09/22/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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The present study examined whether the non-chronological age factor, engagement in physical exercise, affected responses to multimodal (combinations of visual, auditory, and/or tactile) signals differently between younger and older adults in complex environments. Forty-eight younger and older adults were divided into exercise and non-exercise groups, and rode in a simulated Level 3 autonomous vehicle under four different task conditions (baseline, video watching, headway estimation, and video-headway combination), while being asked to respond to various multimodal warning signals. Overall, bi- and trimodal warnings had faster response times for both age groups across driving conditions, but was more pronounced for older adults. Engagement in physical exercise was associated with smaller maximum braking force for younger participants only, and also corresponded to longer average fixation durations, compared to the non-exercise group. Findings from this research can help to guide decisions about the design of warning and information systems for semi-autonomous vehicles.
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- Gaojian Huang
- Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, San Jose State University, USA
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Klaus B, Müller P, van Wickeren N, Dordevic M, Schmicker M, Zdunczyk Y, Brigadski T, Leßmann V, Vielhaber S, Schreiber S, Müller NG. OUP accepted manuscript. Brain Commun 2022; 4:fcac018. [PMID: 35198977 PMCID: PMC8856136 DOI: 10.1093/braincomms/fcac018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2021] [Revised: 11/05/2021] [Accepted: 01/31/2022] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disease affecting neuromuscular transmission and causing skeletal muscle weakness. Additionally, systemic inflammation, cognitive deficits and autonomic dysfunction have been described. However, little is known about myasthenia gravis-related reorganization of the brain. In this study, we thus investigated the structural and functional brain changes in myasthenia gravis patients. Eleven myasthenia gravis patients (age: 70.64 ± 9.27; 11 males) were compared to age-, sex- and education-matched healthy controls (age: 70.18 ± 8.98; 11 males). Most of the patients (n = 10, 0.91%) received cholinesterase inhibitors. Structural brain changes were determined by applying voxel-based morphometry using high-resolution T1-weighted sequences. Functional brain changes were assessed with a neuropsychological test battery (including attention, memory and executive functions), a spatial orientation task and brain-derived neurotrophic factor blood levels. Myasthenia gravis patients showed significant grey matter volume reductions in the cingulate gyrus, in the inferior parietal lobe and in the fusiform gyrus. Furthermore, myasthenia gravis patients showed significantly lower performance in executive functions, working memory (Spatial Span, P = 0.034, d = 1.466), verbal episodic memory (P = 0.003, d = 1.468) and somatosensory-related spatial orientation (Triangle Completion Test, P = 0.003, d = 1.200). Additionally, serum brain-derived neurotrophic factor levels were significantly higher in myasthenia gravis patients (P = 0.001, d = 2.040). Our results indicate that myasthenia gravis is associated with structural and functional brain alterations. Especially the grey matter volume changes in the cingulate gyrus and the inferior parietal lobe could be associated with cognitive deficits in memory and executive functions. Furthermore, deficits in somatosensory-related spatial orientation could be associated with the lower volumes in the inferior parietal lobe. Future research is needed to replicate these findings independently in a larger sample and to investigate the underlying mechanisms in more detail.
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- Benita Klaus
- Correspondence to: Benita Klaus German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) Leipziger Str 44 Haus 64, D-39120 Magdeburg, Germany E-mail:
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- German Centre for Neurodegenerative Diseases, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
- Department of Neurology, Otto-von-Guericke University, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
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- German Centre for Neurodegenerative Diseases, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
- Department of Neurology, Otto-von-Guericke University, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
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- German Centre for Neurodegenerative Diseases, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
- Department of Neurology, Otto-von-Guericke University, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
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- German Centre for Neurodegenerative Diseases, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
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- Department of Neurology, Otto-von-Guericke University, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
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- Institute of Physiology, Otto-von-Guericke University, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
- Department of Informatics and Microsystems Technology, University of Kaiserslautern, 67659 Zweibrücken, Germany
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- Institute of Physiology, Otto-von-Guericke University, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
- Center for Behavioral Brain Sciences (CBBS), 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
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- German Centre for Neurodegenerative Diseases, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
- Department of Neurology, Otto-von-Guericke University, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
- Center for Behavioral Brain Sciences (CBBS), 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
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- German Centre for Neurodegenerative Diseases, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
- Department of Neurology, Otto-von-Guericke University, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
- Center for Behavioral Brain Sciences (CBBS), 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
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- German Centre for Neurodegenerative Diseases, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
- Department of Neurology, Otto-von-Guericke University, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
- Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Potsdam, 14476 Potsdam, Germany
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Bouquiaux O, Thibaut A, Beaudart C, Dorban G, Bertrand S, Yildiz E, Kaux JF. Dance training and performance in patients with Parkinson disease: Effects on motor functions and patients’ well-being. Sci Sports 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.scispo.2021.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Umegaki H, Sakurai T, Arai H. Active Life for Brain Health: A Narrative Review of the Mechanism Underlying the Protective Effects of Physical Activity on the Brain. Front Aging Neurosci 2021; 13:761674. [PMID: 34916925 PMCID: PMC8670095 DOI: 10.3389/fnagi.2021.761674] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2021] [Accepted: 10/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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A growing body of evidence clearly indicates the beneficial effects of physical activity (PA) on cognition. The importance of PA is now being reevaluated due to the increase in sedentary behavior in older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. Although many studies in humans have revealed that PA helps to preserve brain health, the underlying mechanisms have not yet been fully elucidated. In this review, which mainly focuses on studies in humans, we comprehensively summarize the mechanisms underlying the beneficial effects of PA or exercise on brain health, particularly cognition. The most intensively studied mechanisms of the beneficial effects of PA involve an increase in brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and preservation of brain volume, especially that of the hippocampus. Nonetheless, the mutual associations between these two factors remain unclear. For example, although BDNF presumably affects brain volume by inhibiting neuronal death and/or increasing neurogenesis, human data on this issue are scarce. It also remains to be determined whether PA modulates amyloid and tau metabolism. However, recent advances in blood-based biomarkers are expected to help elucidate the beneficial effects of PA on the brain. Clinical data suggest that PA functionally modulates cognition independently of neurodegeneration, and the mechanisms involved include modulation of functional connectivity, neuronal compensation, neuronal resource allocation, and neuronal efficiency. However, these mechanisms are as yet not fully understood. A clear understanding of the mechanisms involved could help motivate inactive persons to change their behavior. More accumulation of evidence in this field is awaited.
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- Hiroyuki Umegaki
- Department of Community Healthcare and Geriatrics, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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- Center for Comprehensive Care and Research on Memory Disorders, National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology, Obu, Japan
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- National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology, Obu, Japan
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Behrendt T, Kirschnick F, Kröger L, Beileke P, Rezepin M, Brigadski T, Leßmann V, Schega L. Comparison of the effects of open vs. closed skill exercise on the acute and chronic BDNF, IGF-1 and IL-6 response in older healthy adults. BMC Neurosci 2021; 22:71. [PMID: 34823469 PMCID: PMC8614060 DOI: 10.1186/s12868-021-00675-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2020] [Accepted: 11/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Accumulating evidence shows that physical exercise has a positive effect on the release of neurotrophic factors and myokines. However, evidence regarding the optimal type of physical exercise for these release is still lacking. The aim of this study was to assess the acute and chronic effects of open-skill exercise (OSE) compared to closed-skill exercise (CSE) on serum and plasma levels of brain derived neurotrophic factor (BDNFS, BDNFP), and serum levels of insulin like growth factor 1 (IGF-1), and interleukin 6 (IL-6) in healthy older adults. METHODS To investigate acute effects, thirty-eight participants were randomly assigned to either an intervention (badminton (aOSE) and bicycling (aCSE), n = 24, 65.83 ± 5.98 years) or control group (reading (CG), n = 14, 67.07 ± 2.37 years). Blood samples were taken immediately before and 5 min after each condition. During each condition, heart rate was monitored. The mean heart rate of aOSE and aCSE were equivalent (65 ± 5% of heart rate reserve). In a subsequent 12-week training-intervention, twenty-two participants were randomly assigned to either a sport-games (cOSE, n = 6, 64.50 ± 6.32) or a strength-endurance training (cCSE, n = 9, 64.89 ± 3.51) group to assess for chronic effects. Training intensity for both groups was adjusted to a subjective perceived exertion using the CR-10 scale (value 7). Blood samples were taken within one day after the training-intervention. RESULTS BDNFS, BDNFP, IGF-1, and IL-6 levels increased after a single exercise session of 30 min. After 12 weeks of training BDNFS and IL-6 levels were elevated, whereas IGF-1 levels were reduced in both groups. However, only in the cOSE group these changes were significant. We could not find any significant differences between the exercise types. CONCLUSION Our results indicate that both exercise types are efficient to acutely increase BDNFS, BDNFP, IGF-1 and IL-6 serum levels in healthy older adults. Additionally, our results tend to support that OSE is more effective for improving basal BDNFS levels after 12 weeks of training.
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- Tom Behrendt
- Chair for Health and Physical Activity, Department of Sport Science, Faculty of Humanities, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Cardiology and Angiology, University Hospital Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
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- Chair for Health and Physical Activity, Department of Sport Science, Faculty of Humanities, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
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- Chair for Health and Physical Activity, Department of Sport Science, Faculty of Humanities, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
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- Chair for Health and Physical Activity, Department of Sport Science, Faculty of Humanities, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
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- Department of Informatics and Microsystem Technology, University of Applied Sciences, Kaiserslautern, Germany
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- Institute of Physiology, Medical Faculty, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
- Center for Behavioral Brain Sciences, Magdeburg, Germany
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- Chair for Health and Physical Activity, Department of Sport Science, Faculty of Humanities, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
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Balazova Z, Marecek R, Novakova L, Nemcova-Elfmarkova N, Kropacova S, Brabenec L, Grmela R, Vaculíková P, Svobodova L, Rektorova I. Dance Intervention Impact on Brain Plasticity: A Randomized 6-Month fMRI Study in Non-expert Older Adults. Front Aging Neurosci 2021; 13:724064. [PMID: 34776925 PMCID: PMC8579817 DOI: 10.3389/fnagi.2021.724064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2021] [Accepted: 09/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Background: Dance is a complex activity combining physical exercise with cognitive, social, and artistic stimulation. Objectives: We aimed to assess the effects of dance intervention (DI) on intra and inter-network resting-state functional connectivity (rs-FC) and its association to cognitive changes in a group of non-demented elderly participants. Methods: Participants were randomly assigned into two groups: DI and life as usual (LAU). Six-month-long DI consisted of supervised 60 min lessons three times per week. Resting-state fMRI data were processed using independent component analysis to evaluate the intra and inter-network connectivity of large-scale brain networks. Interaction between group (DI, LAU) and visit (baseline, follow-up) was assessed using ANOVA, and DI-induced changes in rs-FC were correlated with cognitive outcomes. Results: Data were analyzed in 68 participants (DI; n = 36 and LAU; n = 32). A significant behavioral effect was found in the attention domain, with Z scores increasing in the DI group and decreasing in the LAU group (p = 0.017). The DI as compared to LAU led to a significant rs-FC increase of the default mode network (DMN) and specific inter-network pairings, including insulo-opercular and right frontoparietal/frontoparietal control networks (p = 0.019 and p = 0.023), visual and language/DMN networks (p = 0.012 and p = 0.015), and cerebellar and visual/language networks (p = 0.015 and p = 0.003). The crosstalk of the insulo-opercular and right frontoparietal networks were associated with attention/executive domain Z-scores (R = 0.401, p = 0.015, and R = 0.412, p = 0.012). Conclusion: The DI led to intervention-specific complex brain plasticity changes that were of cognitive relevance.
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- Zuzana Balazova
- Brain and Mind Research, Central European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University, Brno, Czechia.,Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, Brno, Czechia
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- Brain and Mind Research, Central European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University, Brno, Czechia.,First Department of Neurology, Faculty of Medicine, St. Anne's University Hospital, Masaryk University, Brno, Czechia
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- Brain and Mind Research, Central European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University, Brno, Czechia
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- Brain and Mind Research, Central European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University, Brno, Czechia
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- Brain and Mind Research, Central European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University, Brno, Czechia
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- Brain and Mind Research, Central European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University, Brno, Czechia
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- Department of Health Promotion, Faculty of Sports Studies, Masaryk University, Brno, Czechia
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- Department of Gymnastics and Combatives, Faculty of Sports Studies, Masaryk University, Brno, Czechia
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- Department of Gymnastics and Combatives, Faculty of Sports Studies, Masaryk University, Brno, Czechia
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- Brain and Mind Research, Central European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University, Brno, Czechia.,First Department of Neurology, Faculty of Medicine, St. Anne's University Hospital, Masaryk University, Brno, Czechia
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Dominguez J, de Guzman MF, Chen SHA, Sano M, Waldemar G, Phung TKT. Filipino Multicomponent Intervention to Maintain Cognitive Performance in High-Risk Population (FINOMAIN): Study Protocol for a Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial. Front Neurol 2021; 12:685721. [PMID: 34557142 PMCID: PMC8453078 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2021.685721] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2021] [Accepted: 07/20/2021] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Background: More than half of the people with dementia live in lower-middle income countries (LMIC), yet we lack research and evidence-based knowledge to guide health promotion and prevention strategies for cognitive decline. In the Philippines, the prevalence of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and cardiovascular risk factors among older persons are high, making this population at high risk for developing dementia. This protocol describes a cluster randomized controlled trial that aims to investigate the efficacy of a multicomponent intervention to maintain cognitive performance among high-risk population. Methods: This is a cluster-randomized, two-arm, single-blind trial of a multicomponent intervention that combines dance called INDAK (Improving Neurocognition through Dance and Kinesthetics), nutrition counseling, and vascular risk management. The intervention arm will receive 12 months (1-h, twice per week) of INDAK and every 3 months of nutrition counseling and intensive vascular risk management and monitoring. The control group will receive the usual vascular care advice and referral. A total of 605 (20–25 clusters per arm) community-dwelling Filipino older adults aged ≥ 60 years old with MCI will participate in the study and will be assessed at baseline, 6th- and 12th-month follow-up. The primary outcome is cognitive performance assessed by the Alzheimer's Disease Assessment Scale—Cognitive (ADAS-Cog), Mnemonic Similarity Tasks (MST), and executive function composite (EFC). Secondary outcomes are functional connectivity assessed through brain imaging, and measures of behavioral, functional level, and quality of life. Discussion: The study aims to provide scientific evidence on a public health intervention that is contextualized in a community setting to reduce dementia risk among older adults with MCI. This model can be an ecological, low-cost, and effective program, thereby conducive to widespread implementation in the Philippines as well as in other low-resource settings with similar public health challenges. The pilot phase was underway with eight villages (clusters), but temporarily interrupted by the pandemic. The full study is anticipated to start after community restrictions are eased.
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- Jacqueline Dominguez
- St. Luke's Medical Center, Institute for Neurosciences, Quezon City, Philippines.,Institute for Dementia Care Asia, Quezon City, Philippines
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- Center of Research and Development in Learning, Psychology, School of Social Sciences, Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Psychiatry, Mt. Sinai Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, Icahn School of Medicine, New York, NY, United States
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- Danish Dementia Research Center, Rigohospitalet, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark.,Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Danish Dementia Research Center, Rigohospitalet, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Mitterová K, Klobušiaková P, Šejnoha Minsterová A, Kropáčová S, Balážová Z, Točík J, Vaculíková P, Skotáková A, Grmela R, Rektorová I. Impact of cognitive reserve on dance intervention-induced changes in brain plasticity. Sci Rep 2021; 11:18527. [PMID: 34535714 PMCID: PMC8448766 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-97323-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2021] [Accepted: 08/10/2021] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Dance is a complex sensorimotor activity with positive effects on physical fitness, cognition, and brain plasticity in the aging population. We explored whether individual levels of cognitive reserve (CR) proxied by education moderate dance intervention (DI)-induced plasticity assessed by resting-state functional connectivity (rs-FC) changes of the sensorimotor network (SMN), and between the dorsal attention network (DAN) and anterior default mode network (aDMN). Our cohort consisted of 99 subjects, randomly assigned to either a DI group who underwent a 6-month intervention (n = 49, Mage = 69.02 ± 5.40) or a control group (n = 50, Mage = 69.37 ± 6.10). Moderation analyses revealed that CR moderated DI-induced increase of the SMN rs-FC with significant changes observed in participants with ≥ 15 years of education (b = 0.05, t(62) = 3.17, p = 0.002). Only DI alone was a significant predictor of the DAN-aDMN crosstalk change (b = 0.06, t(64) = 2.16, p = 0.035). The rs-FC increase in the SMN was correlated with an improved physical fitness measure, and changes in the DAN-aDMN connectivity were linked to better performance on figural fluency. Consistent with the passive CR hypothesis, we observed that CR correlated only with baseline behavioral scores, not their change.
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- Kristína Mitterová
- grid.10267.320000 0001 2194 0956Applied Neuroscience Research Group, Central European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University, Kamenice 5, 62500 Brno, Czech Republic ,grid.10267.320000 0001 2194 0956Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, Kamenice 5, 62500 Brno, Czech Republic
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- grid.10267.320000 0001 2194 0956Applied Neuroscience Research Group, Central European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University, Kamenice 5, 62500 Brno, Czech Republic ,grid.10267.320000 0001 2194 0956Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, Kamenice 5, 62500 Brno, Czech Republic ,Surgeon General Office of the Slovak Armed Forces, Ul. generála Miloša Vesela 21, 03401 Ružomberok, Slovak Republic
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- grid.10267.320000 0001 2194 0956Applied Neuroscience Research Group, Central European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University, Kamenice 5, 62500 Brno, Czech Republic ,grid.10267.320000 0001 2194 0956Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, Kamenice 5, 62500 Brno, Czech Republic
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- grid.10267.320000 0001 2194 0956Applied Neuroscience Research Group, Central European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University, Kamenice 5, 62500 Brno, Czech Republic
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- grid.10267.320000 0001 2194 0956Applied Neuroscience Research Group, Central European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University, Kamenice 5, 62500 Brno, Czech Republic ,grid.10267.320000 0001 2194 0956Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, Kamenice 5, 62500 Brno, Czech Republic
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- grid.10267.320000 0001 2194 0956Applied Neuroscience Research Group, Central European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University, Kamenice 5, 62500 Brno, Czech Republic ,grid.10267.320000 0001 2194 0956Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, Kamenice 5, 62500 Brno, Czech Republic
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- grid.10267.320000 0001 2194 0956Department of Gymnastics and Combatives, Faculty of Sports Studies, Masaryk University, Kamenice 5, 62500 Brno, Czech Republic
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- grid.10267.320000 0001 2194 0956Department of Gymnastics and Combatives, Faculty of Sports Studies, Masaryk University, Kamenice 5, 62500 Brno, Czech Republic
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- grid.10267.320000 0001 2194 0956Department of Health Promotion, Faculty of Sports Studies, Masaryk University, Kamenice 5, 62500 Brno, Czech Republic
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- grid.10267.320000 0001 2194 0956Applied Neuroscience Research Group, Central European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University, Kamenice 5, 62500 Brno, Czech Republic ,grid.412752.70000 0004 0608 7557First Department of Neurology, Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University and St. Anne’s University Hospital, Pekařská 664/53, 65691 Brno, Czech Republic
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Ji L, Steffens DC, Wang L. Effects of physical exercise on the aging brain across imaging modalities: A meta-analysis of neuroimaging studies in randomized controlled trials. Int J Geriatr Psychiatry 2021; 36:1148-1157. [PMID: 33675074 DOI: 10.1002/gps.5510] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2021] [Accepted: 01/31/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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BACKGROUND Physical exercise is effective in protecting against age-related neurodegeneration and cognitive decline. Although there are many neuroimaging studies to evaluate the effect of physical exercise on aging brains, consistent conclusions are limited due to the wide variety of measuring techniques and small sample sizes. OBJECTIVE Identify brain regions that show exercise-induced neuroplasticity consistently across various imaging modalities and correlate regional neuroplasticity with cognitive changes in older adults. METHODS An electronic literature search for randomized controlled trials with magnetic resonance imaging measures was performed. We conducted a series of quantitative meta-analyses using activation likelihood estimation on included studies with voxel-based neuroimaging findings. Nonvoxelbased findings were summarized as a descriptive review. RESULTS Out of 839 publications identified from the literature search, 30 experiments including 2670 participants from 22 papers met the criteria of meta-analyses. Overall, physical exercise consistently results in structural and functional changes in the hippocampus/parahippocampusl area and a cluster within the cerebellum. Although changes of medial/superior prefrontal cortex did not pass the stringent threshold, they were associated with cognitive changes. CONCLUSIONS This study highlights the effectiveness of physical exercise in inducing hippocampus plasticity, which may be crucially relevant for maintaining memory function in older adults.
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- Lanxin Ji
- China National Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, Connecticut, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, Connecticut, USA
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This study aimed to summarize investigations that examined the benefits of dance on the neuroplasticity of older healthy adults, report structural and functional changes in the brain, and identify the strategies used in training protocols. The integrative review was perfomed in PubMed, Web of Science and Scopus databases, including randomized clinical trials, quasi-experimental, cross-sectional and cohort studies published in English, between 2010-2020. Twelve articles ware selected. Dance practice was associated with an improvement in functional connectivity, cognitive performance, and incresead brain volumes. Our results main supports studies on the plasticity induced by dance training in healthy older people.
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- Marcelo de Maio Nascimento
- Physical Education, School of Physical Education, Federal University Vale Do São Francisco, Petrolina, PE-Brazil
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Comparing the effect of cognitive vs. exercise training on brain MRI outcomes in healthy older adults: A systematic review. Neurosci Biobehav Rev 2021; 128:511-533. [PMID: 34245760 DOI: 10.1016/j.neubiorev.2021.07.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2020] [Revised: 06/30/2021] [Accepted: 07/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Aging is associated with cognitive decline. Importantly cognition and cerebral health is enhanced with interventions like cognitive (CT) and exercise training (ET). However, effects of CT and ET interventions on brain magnetic resonance imaging outcomes have never been compared systematically. Here, the primary objective was to critically and systematically compare CT to ET in healthy older adults on brain MRI outcomes. A total of 38 studies were included in the final review. Although results were mixed, patterns were identified: CT showed improvements in white matter microstructure, while ET demonstrated macrostructural enhancements, and both demonstrated changes to task-based BOLD signal changes. Importantly, beneficial effects for cognitive and cerebral outcomes were observed by almost all, regardless of intervention type. Overall, it is suggested that future work include more than one MRI outcome, and report all results including null. To better understand the MRI changes associated with CT or ET, more studies explicitly comparing interventions within the same domain (i.e. resistance vs. aerobic) and between domains (i.e. CT vs. ET) are needed.
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Ammar A, Boukhris O, Halfpaap N, Labott BK, Langhans C, Herold F, Grässler B, Müller P, Trabelsi K, Chtourou H, Zmijewski P, Driss T, Glenn JM, Müller NG, Hoekelmann A. Four Weeks of Detraining Induced by COVID-19 Reverse Cardiac Improvements from Eight Weeks of Fitness-Dance Training in Older Adults with Mild Cognitive Impairment. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:5930. [PMID: 34073051 PMCID: PMC8198940 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18115930] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2021] [Revised: 05/27/2021] [Accepted: 05/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Physical training is considered as a low-cost intervention to generate cardioprotective benefits and to promote physical and mental health, while reducing the severity of acute respiratory infection symptoms in older adults. However, lockdown measures during COVID-19 have limited people's opportunity to exercise regularly. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of eight weeks of Fitness and Dance training, followed by four weeks of COVID-19-induced detraining, on cardiac adaptations and physical performance indicators in older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Twelve older adults (6 males and 6 females) with MCI (age, 73 ± 4.4 y; body mass, 75.3 ± 6.4 kg; height, 172 ± 8 cm; MMSE score: 24-27) participated in eight weeks of a combined Fitness-Dance training intervention (two sessions/week) followed by four weeks of training cessation induced by COVID-19 lockdowns. Wireless Polar Team Pro and Polar heart rate sensors (H10) were used to monitor covered distance, speed, heart rate (HR min, avg and max), time in HR zone 1 to 5, strenuousness (load score), beat-to-beat interval (max RR and avg RR) and heart rate variability (HRV-RMSSD). One-way ANOVA was used to analyze the data of the three test sessions (T1: first training session, T2: last training session of the eight-week training program, and T3: first training session after the four-week training cessation). Statistical analysis showed that eight weeks of combined Fitness-Dance training induced beneficial cardiac adaptations by decreasing HR (HR min, HR avg and HR max) with p < 0.001, ES = 0.5-0.6 and Δ = -7 to-9 bpm, and increasing HRV related responses (max and avg RR and RMSSD), with p < 0.01 and ES = 0.4. Consequently, participants spent more time in comfortable HR zones (e.g., p < 0.0005; ES = 0.7; Δ = 25% for HR zone 1) and showed reduced strenuousness (p = 0.02, Δ = -15% for load score), despite the higher covered total distance and average speed (p < 0.01; ES = 0.4). However, these changes were reversed after only four weeks of COVID-19 induced detraining, with values of all parameters returning to their baseline levels. In conclusion, eight weeks of combined Fitness-Dance training seems to be an efficient strategy to promote cardioprotective benefits in older adults with MCI. Importantly, to maintain these health benefits, training has to be continued and detraining periods should be reduced. During a pandemic, home-based exercise programs may provide an effective and efficient alternative of physical training.
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- Achraf Ammar
- Institute of Sport Science, Otto-von-Guericke University, 39106 Magdeburg, Germany; (N.H.); (B.K.L.); (C.L.); (B.G.); (A.H.)
- Interdisciplinary Laboratory in Neurosciences, Physiology and Psychology: Physical Activity, Health and Learning (LINP2), UFR STAPS, UPL, Paris Nanterre University, 92000 Nanterre, France;
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- Physical Activity, Sport, and Health, UR18JS01, National Observatory of Sport, Tunis 1003, Tunisia; (O.B.); (H.C.)
- High Institute of Sport and Physical Education of Sfax, University of Sfax, Sfax 3000, Tunisia;
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- Institute of Sport Science, Otto-von-Guericke University, 39106 Magdeburg, Germany; (N.H.); (B.K.L.); (C.L.); (B.G.); (A.H.)
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- Institute of Sport Science, Otto-von-Guericke University, 39106 Magdeburg, Germany; (N.H.); (B.K.L.); (C.L.); (B.G.); (A.H.)
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- Institute of Sport Science, Otto-von-Guericke University, 39106 Magdeburg, Germany; (N.H.); (B.K.L.); (C.L.); (B.G.); (A.H.)
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- German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE), 39104 Magdeburg, Germany; (F.H.); (P.M.); (N.G.M.)
- Department of Neurology, Medical Faculty, Otto von Guericke University, Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
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- Institute of Sport Science, Otto-von-Guericke University, 39106 Magdeburg, Germany; (N.H.); (B.K.L.); (C.L.); (B.G.); (A.H.)
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- German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE), 39104 Magdeburg, Germany; (F.H.); (P.M.); (N.G.M.)
- Department of Neurology, Medical Faculty, Otto von Guericke University, Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
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- High Institute of Sport and Physical Education of Sfax, University of Sfax, Sfax 3000, Tunisia;
- Research Laboratory, Education, Motricity, Sport and Health, EM2S, LR19JS01, University of Sfax, Sfax 3000, Tunisia
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- Physical Activity, Sport, and Health, UR18JS01, National Observatory of Sport, Tunis 1003, Tunisia; (O.B.); (H.C.)
- High Institute of Sport and Physical Education of Sfax, University of Sfax, Sfax 3000, Tunisia;
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- Jozef Pilsudski University of Physical Education in Warsaw, 00-809 Warsaw, Poland;
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory in Neurosciences, Physiology and Psychology: Physical Activity, Health and Learning (LINP2), UFR STAPS, UPL, Paris Nanterre University, 92000 Nanterre, France;
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- Exercise Science Research Center, Department of Health, Human Performance and Recreation, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701, USA;
- Neurotrack Technologies, 399 Bradford St, Redwood City, CA 94063, USA
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- German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE), 39104 Magdeburg, Germany; (F.H.); (P.M.); (N.G.M.)
- Department of Neurology, Medical Faculty, Otto von Guericke University, Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany
- Center for Behavioral Brain Sciences (CBBS), Brenneckestraße 6, 39118 Magdeburg, Germany
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- Institute of Sport Science, Otto-von-Guericke University, 39106 Magdeburg, Germany; (N.H.); (B.K.L.); (C.L.); (B.G.); (A.H.)
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Balbim GM, Aguiñaga S, Ajilore OA, Bustamante EE, Erickson KI, Lamar M, Marquez DX. The Effects of the BAILAMOS TM Dance Program on Physical Activity Levels and Cognition of Older Latino Adults: A Pilot Study. J Aging Health 2021; 34:25-40. [PMID: 34027686 DOI: 10.1177/08982643211020996] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Objective: To investigate the effects of the BAILAMOSTM dance program on physical activity (PA), cardiorespiratory, and cognitive health. Methods: A parallel, two-armed pilot study was conducted with 57 older Latinos randomized to the BAILAMOSTM dance program (n = 28) or health education (HE) (n = 29). We conducted two- and three-way repeated-measures ANOVAs. Results: BAILAMOSTM participants increased participation in leisure moderate-to-vigorous PA (LMVPA) (F[1,53] = 3.17, p = .048, η2G = .01) and performance in global cognition relative to HE participants (F[1,52] = 4.19, p = .045, η2G = .01). Attendance moderated increases in moderate PA, MVPA, LMVPA, and total PA (p < .05). Participants of both groups with ≥75% attendance increased participation in PA. Among participants with <75% attendance, BAILAMOSTM participants increased PA relative to HE. Discussion: BAILAMOSTM positively impacted self-reported PA and global cognition in older Latinos. Even smaller doses of dance appear to impact self-reported PA levels.
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- Guilherme M Balbim
- Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition, 315410University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL, United States
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- Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, 115958University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Champaign, IL, United States
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- Department of Psychiatry, 315334University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL, United States
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- Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition, 315410University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL, United States
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- Department of Psychology, 6614University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
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- Division of Behavioral Sciences, Rush University, Chicago, IL, United States
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- Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition, 315410University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL, United States
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Development of Creative Intelligence in Physical Education and Sports Science Students through Body Expression. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph18105406. [PMID: 34069346 PMCID: PMC8158759 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18105406] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2021] [Revised: 05/06/2021] [Accepted: 05/17/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Body expression can enhance movement creativity and at the same time promote the growth of creative intelligence in college age. The aim of this study was to analyze the influence of an intervention in body expression classes on the creative intelligence of university students. The 49 participants aged 19 to 38 years engaged in the body expression course for seven weeks, 3 h per week. The Creative Intelligence test (CREA) was applied as an evaluative method to obtain the initial data and after the intervention the test was reapplied. Pre- and post-test results were analyzed and compared by gender and type of sporting background (team or individual sports). The results indicate an overall improvement in creative intelligence with a significant difference between the two evaluations (p < 0.001). Women started with a higher score than men, and although an improvement in their final mean score could be observed, it was not significant. Men, on the other hand, had noted a significant increase (p < 0.001) of these values in the post-test. Regarding the type of sports, at the beginning of the study, both groups had similar results; however, in the final test, the team sports players obtained better scores. In conclusion, body expression, thanks to its content focused on artistic-creative development, has been shown to be useful in the general progression of creative intelligence in college age.
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Stroehlein JK, Vieluf S, Zimmer P, Schenk A, Oberste M, Goelz C, van den Bongard F, Reinsberger C. Learning to play golf for elderly people with subjective memory complaints: feasibility of a single-blinded randomized pilot trial. BMC Neurol 2021; 21:200. [PMID: 34001020 PMCID: PMC8127313 DOI: 10.1186/s12883-021-02186-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2020] [Accepted: 03/24/2021] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Subjective Memory Complaints (SMC) in elderly people due to preclinical Alzheimer's Disease may be associated with dysregulation of the Kynurenine Pathway (KP), with an increase in neurotoxic metabolites that affect cognition. Golf is a challenging sport with high demands on motor, sensory, and cognitive abilities, which might bear the potential to attenuate the pathological changes of preclinical AD. This trial investigated the feasibility of learning to play golf for elderly with cognitive problems and its effects on cognitive functions and the KP. METHODS In a 22-week single-blinded randomized controlled trial, elderly people with SMC were allocated to the golf (n = 25, 180 min training/week) or control group (n = 21). Primary outcomes were feasibility (golf exam, adherence, adverse events) and general cognitive function (Alzheimer's Disease Assessment Scale). Secondary outcomes include specific cognitive functions (Response Inhibition, Corsi Block Tapping Test, Trail Making Test), KP metabolites and physical performance (6-Minute-Walk-Test). Baseline-adjusted Analysis-of-Covariance was conducted for each outcome. RESULTS 42 participants were analyzed. All participants that underwent the golf exam after the intervention passed it (20/23). Attendance rate of the golf intervention was 75 %. No adverse events or drop-outs related to the intervention occurred. A significant time*group interaction (p = 0.012, F = 7.050, Cohen's d = 0.89) was found for correct responses on the Response Inhibition task, but not for ADAS-Cog. Moreover, a significant time*group interaction for Quinolinic acid to Tryptophan ratios (p = 0.022, F = 5.769, Cohen's d = 0.84) in favor of the golf group was observed. An uncorrected negative correlation between attendance rate and delta Quinolinic acid to Kynurenic acid ratios in the golf group (p = 0.039, r=-0.443) was found as well. CONCLUSIONS The findings indicate that learning golf is feasible and safe for elderly people with cognitive problems. Preliminary results suggest positive effects on attention and the KP. To explore the whole potential of golfing and its effect on cognitive decline, a larger cohort should be studied over a longer period with higher cardiovascular demands. TRIAL REGISTRATION The trial was retrospectively registered (2nd July 2018) at the German Clinical Trials Register ( DRKS00014921 ).
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- Julia K Stroehlein
- Department of Sports and Health, Institute of Sports Medicine, Paderborn University, Warburger Straße 100, 33098, Paderborn, Germany
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- Department of Sports and Health, Institute of Sports Medicine, Paderborn University, Warburger Straße 100, 33098, Paderborn, Germany
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- Department for Performance and Health, Institute for Sport and Sport Science, Technical University Dortmund, Otto-Hahn-Straße 3, 44227, Dortmund, Germany
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- Department for Performance and Health, Institute for Sport and Sport Science, Technical University Dortmund, Otto-Hahn-Straße 3, 44227, Dortmund, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Statistics and Computational Biology, Medical Faculty and University Hospital of Cologne, University of Cologne, Robert-Koch-Straße 10, 50931, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Sports and Health, Institute of Sports Medicine, Paderborn University, Warburger Straße 100, 33098, Paderborn, Germany
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- Department of Sports and Health, Institute of Sports Medicine, Paderborn University, Warburger Straße 100, 33098, Paderborn, Germany
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- Department of Sports and Health, Institute of Sports Medicine, Paderborn University, Warburger Straße 100, 33098, Paderborn, Germany.
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Joung HJ, Yang HK, Lee Y. Effect of Dance on Balance, Mobility, and Activities of Daily Living in Adults With Cerebral Palsy: A Pilot Study. Front Neurol 2021; 12:663060. [PMID: 34025566 PMCID: PMC8137835 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2021.663060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2021] [Accepted: 04/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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The age-related decline in motor function with respect to balance and mobility may hamper the activities of daily living, quality of life, and social participation. Despite the importance of managing secondary conditions leading to premature aging, the literature regarding appropriate physical activity for adults with cerebral palsy (CP) is still scarce. Dance forms have emerged as an effective physical activity that improves balance and mobility in individuals with neurological conditions and boosts social engagement. However, its effect on adults with CP has yet to be examined. This pilot study aimed to examine the long-term effect of dance on improving balance and mobility in adults with CP. This single-cohort study included 10 adults with CP. They attended two 90-min-long creative dance sessions per week for 12 weeks. The outcomes measured effects on balance, mobility, balance confidence, and level of functional independence. These measurements were obtained at pre-intervention, post-intervention, and the 3-month follow-up. Outcome data of pre- to post-intervention and pre-intervention to 3-month follow-up were analyzed and compared. Statistically significant differences were found in the pre- and post-intervention displacement of the center of pressure (CoP) in the eyes-opened (EO) condition, timed up and go test (TUG), and Berg Balance Scale (BBS), Dynamic Gait Index (DGI), and Korean-Activity of Balance Confidence (K-ABC) scores. Significant improvements were also observed for the CoP-EO, BBS, TUG, DGI, and K-ABC between the pre-intervention and 3-month follow-up assessments. However, there were no significant differences in the CoP in the eyes-closed condition and Korean modified Barthel Index score. Participants expressed enjoyment without any pain or fatigue. Our findings suggest that dance may have a positive impact in improving balance and mobility and may consequently contribute to healthy aging in adults with CP.
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- Hee Joung Joung
- Department of Physical Education, Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Physical Education, Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Physical Education, Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea
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Balbim GM, Ajilore OA, Erickson KI, Lamar M, Aguiñaga S, Bustamante EE, Marquez DX. The Impact of the BAILAMOS™ Dance Program on Brain Functional Connectivity and Cognition in Older Latino Adults: A Pilot Study. JOURNAL OF COGNITIVE ENHANCEMENT 2021; 5:1-14. [PMID: 33748658 PMCID: PMC7968343 DOI: 10.1007/s41465-020-00185-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2020] [Accepted: 07/17/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Dance is a culturally salient form of physical activity (PA) for older Latinos. Resting-state functional connectivity (FC) is a putative biomarker for age-related cognitive decline. We aimed to investigate the impact of the BAILAMOS™ dance program on FC in three brain functional networks (Default Mode [DMN], Frontoparietal [FPN], and Salience [SAL] networks), and cognition. Ten cognitively healthy older Latinos participated in the four-month BAILAMOS™ dance program. We assessed PA levels (self-reported and device-assessed) and estimated cardiorespiratory fitness, cognition, and resting-state FC via functional magnetic resonance imaging at baseline and post-intervention. We performed paired t-tests and Pearson correlations. Given the pilot nature of the study, significance levels were set at p < 0.05 and effect sizes are reported. We observed a significant increase in self-reported moderate leisure-time PA from pre- to post-intervention (t(9) = 3.16, p = 0.011, d = 0.66). FC within-FPN regions of interest (ROIs) significantly increased pre- to post-intervention (t(9) = 2.35, p = 0.043, d = 0.70). DMN ROIs showed an increase, with a moderate effect size, in the integration with other networks' ROIs (t(9) = 1.96, p = 0.081, d = 0.64) post-intervention. Increases in moderate leisure-time PA at post-intervention were associated with increases in the FC within-FPN (R = 0.79, p = 0.006). Our results suggest that dance might be a promising approach for improving age-related disruption of FC within- and between-networks commonly associated with cognitive decline.
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- Guilherme M Balbim
- University of Illinois at Chicago, Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition, Chicago, Illinois, United States
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- University of Illinois at Chicago, Department of Psychiatry, Chicago, Illinois, United States
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- University of Pittsburgh, Department of Psychology, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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- Rush University, Division of Behavioral Sciences, Chicago, Illinois, United States
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- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, Champaign, Illinois, United States
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- University of Illinois at Chicago, Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition, Chicago, Illinois, United States
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- University of Illinois at Chicago, Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition, Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Bonavolontà V, Greco F, Sabatini U, Saavedra FJ, Fischetti F, Baldari C, Guidetti L, Vaccaro MG, Emerenziani GP. Effects of Ballroom Dance on Physical Fitness and Reaction Time in Experienced Middle-Aged Adults of Both Genders. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:2036. [PMID: 33669760 PMCID: PMC7922230 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18042036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2021] [Revised: 02/12/2021] [Accepted: 02/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Ballroom dance practice might play a pivotal role for successful aging, but its effects could differ depending on dancers' experience level. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of six months of ballroom dance (three times/w) on physical fitness and reaction time (RT) in 24 middle-aged adults who are experienced dancers (age: 59.4 ± 11.6 years). Body composition, handgrip test (HG), standing long-jump test (SLJ), step test (ST), one-legged stance balance test (OLSB), and RT were assessed before (T0) and after six months (T6) of dance practice. RT was re-evaluated four months later (T10). RT was significantly (p < 0.05) lower at T6 (221.2 ± 20.3 ms) and T10 (212.0 ± 21.9 ms) than T0 (239.1 ± 40,7 ms); no significant differences were found between T6 and T10. No significant differences were observed for all the other parameters between T0 and T6: weight and muscle mass were significantly lower (p < 0.01) in females than in males, and percentage of fat mass was significantly higher (p < 0.01) in females than in males. HG was significantly higher in males than females (p < 0.01). Results suggest that in experienced middle-aged adults of both genders, ballroom dance may positively influence RT, and this result could be maintained for four months.
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- Valerio Bonavolontà
- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Neurosciences and Sense Organs, School of Medicine, University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, 70124 Bari, Italy;
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, “Magna Graecia” University, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy; (F.G.); (G.P.E.)
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Institute of Neuroradiology, Magna Græcia University, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy;
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- Research Centre for Sports Sciences, Health and Human Development Sport Sciences Department, University of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro, 5000-801 Vila Real, Portugal;
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Neurosciences and Sense Organs, School of Medicine, University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, 70124 Bari, Italy;
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- Department of Theoretical and Applied Sciences, eCampus University, 22060 Novedrate, Italy;
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, “Magna Graecia” University, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy; (F.G.); (G.P.E.)
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Fontanesi C, DeSouza JFX. Beauty That Moves: Dance for Parkinson's Effects on Affect, Self-Efficacy, Gait Symmetry, and Dual Task Performance. Front Psychol 2021; 11:600440. [PMID: 33613357 PMCID: PMC7892443 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2020.600440] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2020] [Accepted: 12/15/2020] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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Background: Previous studies have investigated the effects of dance interventions on Parkinson’s motor and non-motor symptoms in an effort to develop an integrated view of dance as a therapeutic intervention. This within-subject study questions whether dance can be simply considered a form of exercise by comparing a Dance for Parkinson’s class with a matched-intensity exercise session lacking dance elements like music, metaphorical language, and social reality of art-partaking. Methods: In this repeated-measure design, 7 adults with Parkinson’s were tested four times; (i) before and (ii) after a Dance for Parkinson’s class, as well as (iii) before and (iv) after a matched-intensity exercise session. Physiological measures included heart rate and electrodermal activity. Self-reported affect and body self-efficacy were collected. Gait symmetry and dual task cost were analyzed using the 6 min walking test (6MWT) and Timed-Up-and-Go test (TUG), respectively. Results: Average heart rate was the same for both conditions, while electrodermal activity was higher during Dance for Parkinson’s. Significant differences were found in body self-efficacy, beauty subscale, symmetry of gait, and dual task performance. Conclusion: Dance, compared to an exercise intervention of matched intensity, yields different outcomes through the means of intrinsic artistic elements, which may influence affective responses, the experience of beauty, self-efficacy, and gait performance.
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- Cecilia Fontanesi
- Neuroscience Subprogram, Biology Department, CUNY The Graduate Center, The City College of New York, New York, NY, United States
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- Neuroscience Graduate Diploma Program, Departments of Psychology and Biology, Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies, Centre for Vision Research, Vision: Science to Applications (VISTA), York University, Canadian Action and Perception Network (CAPnet), Toronto, ON, Canada
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Särkämö T, Huttula L, Leppelmeier J, Molander K, Forsbom MB, Säynevirta K, Kullberg-Turtiainen M, Turtiainen P, Sarajuuri J, Hokkanen L, Rantanen P, Koskinen S. DARE to move: feasibility study of a novel dance-based rehabilitation method in severe traumatic brain injury. Brain Inj 2021; 35:335-344. [PMID: 33476199 DOI: 10.1080/02699052.2021.1873420] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Objective: Dance is a versatile and multimodal rehabilitation method, which may be useful also in traumatic brain injury (TBI) rehabilitation. Here, we assessed the feasibility and preliminary effects of a novel dance-based intervention called Dual-Assisted Dance Rehabilitation (DARE).Method: This is a feasibility study with a cross-over design where 11 persons with severe/extremely severe TBI received a 12-week (2 times/week) DARE program. Motor and neuropsychological tests and questionnaires measuring mood, executive functions, and quality of life were performed at baseline, 3-month, and 6-month stage. Self-perceived benefits were assessed with a post-intervention questionnaire.Results: Acceptability of and adherence to DARE were encouraging: 91% were fully consistent with protocol, and adherence to DARE sessions was 83-100%. Pre-post treatment effects sizes were medium-large for self-reported depression (BDI-II: d = 1.19-1.74) and executive deficits (BRIEF-A: d = 0.43-1.09) and for test-assessed trunk movement control (TIS: d = 0.47-0.76) and cognitive functioning (WAIS-IV subtests: d = 0.34-0.89). Other outcome measures did not show similar positive effect sizes. Self-perceived benefits were largest for mobility and cognition.Conclusion: Dance-based rehabilitation is a feasible and promising method in severe TBI and its efficacy should be assessed with a larger clinical trial.
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- Teppo Särkämö
- Cognitive Brain Research Unit, Department of Psychology and Logopedics, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Clinical Neuropsychology Research Group, Department of Psychology and Logopedics, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Finnish Dance Rehabilitation Association, Helsinki, Finland
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- Validia Rehabilitation Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland.,Finnish Dance Rehabilitation Association, Helsinki, Finland
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- Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland.,EazyeM Ltd, Helsinki, Finland
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- Clinical Neuropsychology Research Group, Department of Psychology and Logopedics, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland.,Validia Rehabilitation Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland.,ProNeuron, Espoo, Finland
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- Clinical Neuropsychology Research Group, Department of Psychology and Logopedics, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Validia Rehabilitation Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland.,Faculty of Medicine, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland.,Helsinki and Uusimaa Hospital District, Helsinki, Finland
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- Clinical Neuropsychology Research Group, Department of Psychology and Logopedics, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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Effects of Physical Exercise on Neuroplasticity and Brain Function: A Systematic Review in Human and Animal Studies. Neural Plast 2021; 2020:8856621. [PMID: 33414823 PMCID: PMC7752270 DOI: 10.1155/2020/8856621] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2020] [Revised: 11/02/2020] [Accepted: 11/30/2020] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Background Physical exercise (PE) has been associated with increase neuroplasticity, neurotrophic factors, and improvements in brain function. Objective To evaluate the effects of different PE protocols on neuroplasticity components and brain function in a human and animal model. Methods We conducted a systematic review process from November 2019 to January 2020 of the following databases: PubMed, ScienceDirect, SciELO, LILACS, and Scopus. A keyword combination referring to PE and neuroplasticity was included as part of a more thorough search process. From an initial number of 20,782 original articles, after reading the titles and abstracts, twenty-one original articles were included. Two investigators evaluated the abstract, the data of the study, the design, the sample size, the participant characteristics, and the PE protocol. Results PE increases neuroplasticity via neurotrophic factors (BDNF, GDNF, and NGF) and receptor (TrkB and P75NTR) production providing improvements in neuroplasticity, and cognitive function (learning and memory) in human and animal models. Conclusion PE was effective for increasing the production of neurotrophic factors, cell growth, and proliferation, as well as for improving brain functionality.
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Wind J, Horst F, Rizzi N, John A, Schöllhorn WI. Electrical Brain Activity and Its Functional Connectivity in the Physical Execution of Modern Jazz Dance. Front Psychol 2021; 11:586076. [PMID: 33384641 PMCID: PMC7769774 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2020.586076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2020] [Accepted: 11/02/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Besides the pure pleasure of watching a dance performance, dance as a whole-body movement is becoming increasingly popular for health-related interventions. However, the science-based evidence for improvements in health or well-being through dance is still ambiguous and little is known about the underlying neurophysiological mechanisms. This may be partly related to the fact that previous studies mostly examined the neurophysiological effects of imagination and observation of dance rather than the physical execution itself. The objective of this pilot study was to investigate acute effects of a physically executed dance with its different components (recalling the choreography and physical activity to music) on the electrical brain activity and its functional connectivity using electroencephalographic (EEG) analysis. Eleven dance-inexperienced female participants first learned a Modern Jazz Dance (MJD) choreography over three weeks (1 h sessions per week). Afterwards, the acute effects on the EEG brain activity were compared between four different test conditions: physically executing the MJD choreography with music, physically executing the choreography without music, imaging the choreography with music, and imaging the choreography without music. Every participant passed each test condition in a randomized order within a single day. EEG rest-measurements were conducted before and after each test condition. Considering time effects the physically executed dance without music revealed in brain activity analysis most increases in alpha frequency and in functional connectivity analysis in all frequency bands. In comparison, physically executed dance with music as well as imagined dance with music led to fewer increases and imagined dance without music provoked noteworthy brain activity and connectivity decreases at all frequency bands. Differences between the test conditions were found in alpha and beta frequency between the physically executed dance and the imagined dance without music as well as between the physically executed dance with and without music in the alpha frequency. The study highlights different effects of a physically executed dance compared to an imagined dance on many brain areas for all measured frequency bands. These findings provide first insights into the still widely unexplored field of neurological effects of dance and encourages further research in this direction.
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Affiliation(s)
- Johanna Wind
- Training and Movement Science, Institute of Sport Science, Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Training and Movement Science, Institute of Sport Science, Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Training and Movement Science, Institute of Sport Science, Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Training and Movement Science, Institute of Sport Science, Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Training and Movement Science, Institute of Sport Science, Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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