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Published on: October 17, 2018
[Update on current care guidelines: physical activity and exercise training for adults in sickness and in health]
Abstract:
The purpose of the aforementioned guideline is to promote physical activity in the prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of diseases. Physical activity, either alone or combined with other lifestyle modifications, plays a key role in the management of several chronic diseases. In this guideline, the following diseases will be discussed: musculoskeletal, endocrinological, cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, as well as cancer, depression and urinary incontinence. In addition, physical activity during pregnancy and in senior citizens is discussed. Physical activity and exercise training have also been mentioned in 27 other Current Care clinical guidelines.
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