Comparative effectiveness of exercise interventions on arterial stiffness in individuals at risk for cardiovascular disease: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Previous studies have shown that exercise can improve arterial stiffness (AS). However, it remains unclear which type of exercise is most effective for managing AS, particularly in individuals at high risk for cardiovascular diseases (CVD). This review aims to evaluate the effects of various exercises on AS and related variables in individuals at high risk for CVD.

Methods

A comprehensive search strategy was employed to systematically explore MEDLINE (PubMed), Embase, Cochrane Library, EBSCOhost, and Web of Science to identify relevant studies. Inclusion criteria were: (1) randomized controlled trials; (2) participants with known CVD risk factors as per the American College of Sports Medicine guidelines; (3) interventions including interval training (INT), aerobic

SUBMITTER: Wu RS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11905979 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature