Publications by authors named "Kaigeng Li"
The crowding-out effect of physical fitness activities on medical expenditure in the aged group.
Front Public Health
December 2024
Article Synopsis
- - China is dealing with an aging population, and promoting healthy aging through physical fitness is highlighted as more effective than solely relying on medical care, which tends to focus on treating diseases instead of preventing them.
- - A study using data from older adults (ages 60-80) found that regular physical activity improves health and leads to lower medical expenses, particularly noting that different intensity levels of exercise are suitable for various age ranges.
- - Recommendations include increasing awareness of the benefits of exercise for older adults, shifting health care approaches from treatment to prevention, and creating tailored exercise guidelines for different age groups to enhance fitness participation and health outcomes.