Impact of exercise intervention on depression, anxiety, sleep and quality of life in patients with cognitive impairment: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Exercise, as a non-pharmacological intervention, demonstrates considerable potential for improving depression, anxiety, sleep, and quality of life (QoL) in patients with cognitive impairment. However, the optimal exercise modality remains unclear. This study aimed to evaluate and rank the efficacy of exercise types on these outcomes in patients with cognitive impairment.

Methods

A systematic search of PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, and Cochrane Library was conducted to identify studies published between September 2014 and September 2024. Included studies were randomized controlled trials assessing the impact of exercise on depression, anxiety, sleep, and QoL in cognitively impaired individuals. Depression served as the primary outcome, with anxiety, sleep, and Qo

SUBMITTER: Sun G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12666691 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature