Exercise
Physical activity counselling programmes mean more exercise and less pain
Exercise expertise from physiotherapists can reduce pain for people with inflammatory arthritis, says a study of over 100 people in Arthritis Care & Research. Continue reading
Exercise “effective treatment” for fibromyalgia says evidence review
Aerobic exercise and strength training are of great benefit to people with fibromyalgia says a review of the evidence in Seminars in Arthritis and Rheumatism. Continue reading
COMPELLING evidence that older adults should exercise
Physically active older adults enjoy a whole range of positive health benefits says a large evidence review.
Published in the Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports, the review assessed the relationship between physical activity and health in adults aged 60 years or older. Continue reading
Exercise means fewer falls for older people – fact – so take action
The evidence about exercise reducing risk of falls in older people is now so strong that plans need to be made and implemented, says research in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. Continue reading
Zumba dancing and aerobic exercise improve memory and reduce depression in fibromyalgia
Working memory seems to be improved – and depression reduced – by aerobic exercise training and Zumba dancing for women with fibromyalgia, a team reports in the European Journal of Sports Science. Continue reading
