Q&A: Mind-Body Exercises Improve Lung Function in COPD
A recent systematic literature review demonstrated that mind-body exercises, such as Tai Chi and yoga, are beneficial holistic treatments for patients with COPD.
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Exercise Improves Musculoskeletal Health in Obesity
While the adverse effects of obesity on cardiovascular health and metabolic disorders are widely...
Read MoreFatigue Is Common Among Older Adults, and It Has Many Possible Causes
Nothing prepared Linda C. Johnson of Indianapolis for the fatigue that descended on her after a diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer in early 2020. Initially, Johnson, now 77, thought she was depressed. She could barely summon the...
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Unsupervised online yoga transiently improves symptoms in patients with knee osteoarthritis
1. Compared to a control group, patients with knee osteoarthritis who engaged in online yoga had...
Read MoreFatigue Is Common Among Older Adults, and It Has Many Possible Causes
Nothing prepared Linda C. Johnson of Indianapolis for the fatigue that descended on her after a diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer in early 2020. Initially, Johnson, now 77, thought she was depressed. She could barely summon the...
Read MoreFatigue Is Common Among Older Adults, and It Has Many Possible Causes
Nothing prepared Linda C. Johnson of Indianapolis for the fatigue that descended on her after a diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer in early 2020. Initially, Johnson, now 77, thought she was depressed. She could barely summon the...
Read MoreFatigue Is Common Among Older Adults, and It Has Many Possible Causes
Nothing prepared Linda C. Johnson of Indianapolis for the fatigue that descended on her after a diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer in early 2020. Initially, Johnson, now 77, thought she was depressed. She could barely summon the...
Read MoreFatigue Is Common Among Older Adults, and It Has Many Possible Causes
Nothing prepared Linda C. Johnson of Indianapolis for the fatigue that descended on her after a diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer in early 2020. Initially, Johnson, now 77, thought she was depressed. She could barely summon the...
Read MoreFatigue Is Common Among Older Adults, and It Has Many Possible Causes
Nothing prepared Linda C. Johnson of Indianapolis for the fatigue that descended on her after a diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer in early 2020. Initially, Johnson, now 77, thought she was depressed. She could barely summon the...
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Fatigue Is Common Among Older Adults, and It Has Many Possible Causes
Nothing prepared Linda C. Johnson of Indianapolis for the fatigue that descended on her after a diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer in early 2020. Initially, Johnson, now 77, thought she was depressed. She could barely summon the...
Read MoreFatigue Is Common Among Older Adults, and It Has Many Possible Causes
Nothing prepared Linda C. Johnson of Indianapolis for the fatigue that descended on her after a diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer in early 2020. Initially, Johnson, now 77, thought she was depressed. She could barely summon the...
Read MoreFatigue Is Common Among Older Adults, and It Has Many Possible Causes
Nothing prepared Linda C. Johnson of Indianapolis for the fatigue that descended on her after a diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer in early 2020. Initially, Johnson, now 77, thought she was depressed. She could barely summon the...
Read MoreFatigue Is Common Among Older Adults, and It Has Many Possible Causes
Nothing prepared Linda C. Johnson of Indianapolis for the fatigue that descended on her after a diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer in early 2020. Initially, Johnson, now 77, thought she was depressed. She could barely summon the...
Read MoreFatigue Is Common Among Older Adults, and It Has Many Possible Causes
Nothing prepared Linda C. Johnson of Indianapolis for the fatigue that descended on her after a diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer in early 2020. Initially, Johnson, now 77, thought she was depressed. She could barely summon the...
Read MoreNordic walking may benefit breast cancer patients
By Carolyn Crist (Reuters Health) – Nordic walking, an aerobic activity performed with walking poles similar to ski poles, may benefit patients with breast cancer, according to a review of existing research. The low-impact...
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From Strategy to Success: Building a Comprehensive Obesity Treatment Plan
Developing an effective obesity treatment plan involves understanding genetic factors, utilizing nutrition therapy, promoting physical activity, and more.
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Building a Physical Activity Plan for Patients With Obesity
While exercise is not typically the primary driver of weight loss, it plays a critical role in...
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Increased Physical Activity Linked to Slower Decline in Early Parkinson’s
Maintaining a regular exercise program may be key A sustained increase in regular physical...
Read MoreToo many people missing out on health benefits of golf, some experts say
By Lisa Rapaport (Reuters Health) – Playing golf is associated with better strength and balance, a sharper mind, a lower risk of heart disease and a longer life, according to public health experts who say more people...
Read MoreElite athletes not at higher risk of birth complications
By Lisa Rapaport (Reuters Health) – Elite female athletes have no greater risk of childbirth complications than women who don’t exercise, a small study suggests. Doctors generally encourage women to stay active...
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