Reversal of Cognitive Decline
Across the globe, there has been an increased incidence of Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive impairment in the populace. More than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and it […] Read More
Exercise
Evaluating the Relationships between Balance, Cognition, and Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) symptoms are usually classified as cognitive decline, psychiatric manifestations (such as agitation, anxiety, and apathy), and physical impairments. Falls and related injuries are more common in Alzheimer’s […] Read More
Exercise Increases Hippocampal Volume and Improves Memory
The hippocampus is the area in the brain primarily associated with the formation of memories. It is believed that the hippocampus is principally involved in storing long-term memories and […] Read More
Does Pairing Exercise with Rivastigmine Patch Improve Alzheimer’s Outlook?
The Rivastigmine transdermal patch is used to treat some people with dementia in Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. Rivastigmine is classified as a medication called a cholinesterase inhibitor. It […] Read More
Meeting Physical Activity Recommendations has Benefits Beyond Your Waistline
Physical activity has been demonstrated to benefit brain health. However, it was previously unknown whether the existing recommendations for duration and intensity of physical activity have any substantive benefits. […] Read More
Benefits of Exercise and Multicomponent Cognitive Intervention on Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is associated with a decline in cognitive function and memory. The large clinical trials evaluating pharmacological treatments have not found an effective treatment for stopping the development […] Read More
Physical Activity Beneficial for Individuals at Genetic Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease
There are numerous benefits to being physically active, such as losing weight, lowering blood pressure, preventing depression, and reducing the odds of developing heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Also, […] Read More
Effects of a Combined Exercise Program Using an iPad for Older Adults
The benefits of exercise have been documented in numerous studies, but in 2012 only 15% of older adults between 65–75 years and 8% of adults over 75 in the […] Read More