Effects of Open Versus Closed Skill Exercise on Cognitive Function: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Exercise modes can be divided into open skill exercise (OSE) and closed skill exercise (CSE). While research has shown that these two exercise modes may have different effects on cognitive function, this possibility has not been systematically reviewed.

Objective

The purpose of the present review was to objectively evaluate the research literature regarding the effects of OSE versus CSE on cognitive function.

Methods

Six electronic databases (Web of Science, EMBASE, Google Scholar, PubMed, PsycINFO, and SPORTDiscus) were searched from inception dates to December 2018 for studies examining the associations of OSE and CSE with cognitive function. The literature searches were conducted using the combinations of two groups of relevant search items related to ex

SUBMITTER: Gu Q 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6718477 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature