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Physical activity in vascular cognitive impairment: Systematic review with meta-analysis
Joana Vítor1, Catarina Melita2, Mário Rodrigues3
1Neurology Department, Hospital Beatriz Ângelo, Loures, Portugal.
Summary
Regular physical activity may reduce the risk of vascular dementia (VaD). Higher activity levels were linked to a lower likelihood of developing VaD, but more research is needed for vascular cognitive impairment no dementia (VCIND).
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Public Health
- Gerontology
Background:
- Vascular cognitive impairment (VCI) encompasses conditions from vascular cognitive impairment no dementia (VCIND) to vascular dementia (VaD), with no approved pharmacological treatments.
- Physical activity offers potential benefits for cognitive health, directly and indirectly, by managing vascular risk factors.
- VCI is a significant global health concern, necessitating effective preventive strategies.
Conclusions:
- Physical activity emerges as a potential preventive factor against vascular dementia (VaD).
- Current data on the impact of physical activity on vascular cognitive impairment no dementia (VCIND) is insufficient.
- Further randomized controlled trials are recommended to validate these findings and explore causality.
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