Post-stroke BDNF Concentration Changes Following Physical Exercise: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT: Background: Research over the last two decades has highlighted the critical role of Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) in brain neuroplasticity. Studies suggest that physical exercise may have a positive impact on the release of BDNF and therefore, brain plasticity. These results in animal and human studies have potential implications for the recovery from damage to the brain and for interventions that aim to facilitate neuroplasticity and, therefore, the rehabilitation process. Purpose: The aim of this study was to carry out a systematic review of the literature investigating how aerobic exercises and functional task training influence BDNF concentrations post-stroke in humans and animal models. Data Sources: Searches were conducted in PubMed (via National Libra

SUBMITTER: Alcantara CC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6121011 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature