Exercise interventions for older adults with Alzheimer's disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The growing societal and economic impact of Alzheimer's disease (AD) is further compounded by the present lack of disease-modifying interventions. Non-pharmacological intervention approaches, such as exercise, have the potential to be powerful approaches to improve or mitigate the symptoms of AD without added side effects or financial burden associated with drug therapies. Various forms and regiments of exercise (i.e., strength, aerobic, multicomponent) have been reported in the literature; however, conflicting evidence obscures clear interpretation of the value and impact of exercise as an intervention for older adults with AD. The primary objective of this review will be to evaluate the effects of exercise interventions for older adults with AD. In addition, this revie

SUBMITTER: Faieta JM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7779651 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature