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Disease-inclusive exercise classes improve physical fitness and reduce depressive symptoms in individuals with and without Parkinson's disease-A feasibility study.

Tim StuckenschneiderVera AbelnTina FoitschikThomas AbelMaria Cristina PolidoriHeiko K Strüder
Published in: Brain and behavior (2021)
Disease-inclusive multicomponent exercise improved physical functions and reduced depressive symptoms independent of health status. This should encourage exercise providers, researchers, and clinicians to further investigate disease-inclusive exercise, because they may have an important social impact and represent a more inclusive society.
Keyphrases
  • depressive symptoms
  • high intensity
  • physical activity
  • healthcare
  • mental health
  • resistance training
  • social support
  • sleep quality