The effectiveness of exercise interventions in the improvement of sleep in older adult people: a meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Sleep problems are prevalent among the older adult population, with a significant impact on their health and overall well-being. Several randomized controlled trials (RCTs) have yielded controversial results regarding the efficacy of exercise interventions in the improvement of sleep among older adult people. This systematic review and meta-analysis aim to assess the influence of exercise interventions on sleep quality within this demographic.

Methods

A search was conducted across four databases, namely Web of Science, PubMed, Embase, and SportDiscus, in order to identify randomized controlled trials investigating exercise interventions and sleep in the older adult. The quality of the studies included was evaluated by two researchers according to the PEDro scale.

SUBMITTER: Geng D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11925204 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature