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Modality of physical exercise and cognitive function in Hong Kong older Chinese community
Linda C W Lam1, Cindy W C Tam, Victor W C Lui
1Department of Psychiatry, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR. cwlam@cuhk.edu.hk
Objective:
We reported the association between modality of Physical Exercise and cognitive function in 782 older Chinese adults assessed in the second phase of a population survey for dementia in Hong Kong.
Methods:
Profiles of physical exercise was measured by a questionnaire (no exercise, stretching, aerobic and mind-body exercise). Cognitive Assessments included the CMMSE, ADAS-Cog, and Category Verbal Fluency Test (CVFT).
Results:
The aerobic and mind body exercise groups with longer exercise habits (>5 years) had higher scores in most cognitive tests (Kruskal Wallis tests, p < 0.01). Beneficial effects were more significant in the young old group from 65- 75 years.
Conclusions:
Possible age related specific effects of aerobic and mind body exercise on cognitive reserve are worthy of further exploration.
