Systematic review highlights how high-intensity exercise may improve cognitive decline in elderly dementia patients, suggesting tailored programs for effectiveness.
INTRODUCTION: Normal aging is linked to brain changes such as atrophy, neuronal loss, and decreased neurotransmitters. Dementia, a common public health issue, affects around 47 million people worldwide. High-intensity exercise, promoting neurogenesis and cardiovascular health, may help counteract cognitive decline. However, implementing such programs requires careful consideration of individual capabilities, safety, and progression to avoid injury or distress. This study aims to review the effectiveness of high-intensity exercises in the elderly population. METHODS: A search strategy from 2018 to 2023 to include recent evidence from databases such as PubMed, PeDro, Cochrane Library, and Google Scholar. PICOS framework to select articles, based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. RESULTS: The study analyzed 131 articles, removing 85 due to duplication, 30 for abstract analysis, and 10 for eligibility criteria and full-text availability. Out of these, only four were selected for review. CONCLUSION: High-intensity exercise can improve physical, cognitive, and psychological health in elderly dementia patients, provided it’s tailored to individual abilities and under professional supervision.
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