Background: Alterations of the circadian rhythm negatively impact several aspects of the health, including the lung function. Chronic shiftwork scale classically induces alterations in the circadian rhythm. However, its effects on pulmonary immune response are unknown.
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December 2019
Background: Depression affects up to 40% of individuals with Parkinson's disease (PD).
Purpose: To assess resistance training effects on the depressive symptoms of elderly PD patients.
Study Design: A randomized control study.
Arq Neuropsiquiatr
August 2018
Objectives: To assess the effects of resistance training on the anxiety symptoms and quality of life in patients with Parkinson's disease.
Methods: Thirty-five elderly patients were randomly divided into two groups: 17 patients in the control group and 18 in the intervention group. All patients maintained standard pharmacological treatment for Parkinson's disease, but the intervention group participated in a 24-week resistance training program.