EXERCISE

This study looked at how 10 weeks of moderate versus intense exercise affects brain health, blood pressure, and eye blood vessels in 35 adults aged 35-65 with hypertension and a BMI of 25 or higher. Participants used smartphone apps to track workouts. The goal was to see if exerc…

This study looked at 32 teenagers with mild scoliosis (curves between 10 and 25 degrees) to see if special scoliosis exercises work better than general exercises. Over 12 months, researchers measured changes in spine curvature and how many teens needed a back brace. The goal was …

This study looked at whether eating only during a specific window each day (time-restricted eating) combined with short, intense exercise (high-intensity interval training) can improve health markers in people with metabolic syndrome. 200 overweight or obese adults with metabolic…

This study looked at whether eating only during a set window each day (time-restricted eating) combined with supervised exercise can reduce liver fat and improve heart health in adults with obesity. 187 participants were assigned to one of four groups: time-restricted eating alon…

This study looked at whether a 12-week program of exercise, a protein-controlled diet, and educational sessions could help people with early-stage chronic kidney disease (stages G1 and G2). Fifteen participants took part, and researchers measured changes in cholesterol, muscle st…

This study looked at whether step-aerobics or core exercises are better at reducing non-HDL cholesterol in sedentary women who are overweight or obese. Forty-five women aged 25-45 took part in a 16-week supervised program. The goal was to see which exercise type improves choleste…

This study tested if a home exercise program for mild teenage scoliosis works better when a physical therapist guides the teen via video calls (telerehabilitation), compared to the teen doing the same exercises alone. It involved 29 adolescents with mild spinal curves. The goal w…

This study looked at whether telling overweight or obese East Asian adults their genetic risk for type 2 diabetes, combined with using a Fitbit activity tracker, could help them become more physically active. About 355 people aged 40-60 took part. Some received only the genetic r…

This study tested a video-based exercise program for the arms and hands in 30 people with Parkinson's disease. Participants played interactive games designed to improve movement, balance, and quality of life. The goal was to see if this fun, low-cost approach could help with ever…

This study tested a home-based exercise program for people with rheumatoid arthritis who also have lung disease. Ten participants did breathing and trunk exercises guided by online videos. The goal was to see if this approach could improve oxygen levels and breathing ease.

This study looked at whether a combined exercise program can improve motor skills, physical fitness, and thinking abilities in children with ADHD. Thirty children aged 7-12 with an ADHD diagnosis took part. The program aimed to see if exercise could ease symptoms and improve dail…

This study tested a wearable device that gently reminds stroke survivors to exercise their weaker arm during idle time in early recovery. 42 participants in an inpatient rehab unit used the device, which tracked arm activity and provided cues. The goal was to see if this low-cost…

This study tested a cognitive exercise therapy approach (BETY) in 52 children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). The program combines physical exercises with pain management and social activities to improve both body and mind. Researchers measured changes in how children a…

This study looked at whether taking 400 mg of caffeine 30 minutes before exercise helps Brazilian jiu-jitsu athletes perform better on grip strength tests. Fifteen experienced male athletes did two sessions—one with caffeine and one with a placebo—without knowing which they got. …

This study looked at whether exercising in the morning or evening helps control blood sugar better in pregnant women with gestational diabetes or glucose intolerance. 39 participants walked or stepped for 30 minutes either after breakfast or after dinner. The goal was to see whic…

This study looked at whether a 4-month supervised strength training program could help people with lymphoma keep their muscle mass while undergoing chemotherapy. 42 patients were split into two groups: one did resistance training, the other received usual care. The main goal was …

This study tested whether a 12-week foot-ankle exercise program could help adults with type 2 diabetes who have nerve pain in their feet. Researchers compared it to walking and to standard education alone. The main goal was to see if a larger study is possible, but early results …

This study tested whether a program of foot and ankle exercises could improve physical performance, foot posture, and reduce falls in older adults. 50 people aged 65 and older participated. The exercises focused on improving balance and body awareness in the feet and ankles.

This study looked at whether a special stabilization exercise program helps people recover better after cervical laminoplasty surgery compared to standard exercises. Thirty-two adults who had neck surgery took part. The goal was to see if the extra exercises reduce pain, improve …

This study tested whether a 12-week home exercise program using mobile technology, alone or combined with acupressure or mindfulness, could reduce fatigue in cancer survivors. 110 adults who had completed cancer treatment or were on immunotherapy took part. The goal was to see if…

This study tested an 8-week exercise program done at home via video calls to see if it could reduce fatigue and improve quality of life in nurses with long COVID. 68 nurses who had long COVID symptoms like tiredness and breathing trouble took part. The program aimed to boost hear…

This study looked at whether taking a cordyceps militaris supplement helps healthy, active adults exercise longer, improve heart and lung fitness, feel better during recovery, and have fewer stomach issues. Thirty-two people took either the supplement or a placebo for a period of…

This study tested a teaching method called backward chaining to help older adults in nursing homes learn how to get up from the floor. 26 residents aged 65 and older took part in 20 sessions with a physiotherapist. The goal was to see if this approach improves mobility, muscle st…

This study looked at whether manual therapy (hands-on treatment) or home exercises could reduce pain and improve jaw movement in people with bruxism (teeth grinding). Thirty young adults with bruxism were split into two groups: one did exercises at home for 8 weeks, the other rec…

This study looked at whether a 12-week treadmill walking program could boost physical fitness, reduce fatigue, and improve mood in people with traumatic brain injury (TBI). Thirteen adults with TBI who were not physically active took part. They exercised three times a week, and r…

This study tested whether a six-week exercise program done at home via video calls works as well as seeing a physiotherapist in person for university students with text neck syndrome. Thirty-one students aged 18-24 took part. Both groups did the same stretching and strengthening …

This study looked at whether a 12-week home exercise program could help people aged 45 and older with advanced chronic kidney disease (stages 4-5) who are not on dialysis. Researchers measured changes in muscle strength, fatigue, sleep, depression, and quality of life. The goal w…

This study tested whether progressive relaxation exercises (a technique of tensing and relaxing muscles) could help first-year nursing students feel less stressed, more resilient, and find more meaning in life before starting clinical practice. 80 students were split into two gro…

This study tested whether a digital tool called KardioPAC could help people in cardiac rehabilitation stay physically active and improve their quality of life. 43 adults with heart conditions used the app alongside standard rehab. The goal was to see if the app helps them exercis…

This study looked at whether a simple home exercise program could reduce anxiety and depression in people receiving hemodialysis. 54 adults on dialysis were split into two groups: one did home-based exercise for 6 months, the other did not. Researchers measured changes in depress…

This study looked at whether stretching the bottom of the foot (plantar fascia) alone or combined with a special massage tool (Graston technique) can improve ankle motion, flexibility, and balance. It involved 40 healthy, active adults aged 18-35. The goal was to see which method…

This study looked at whether aerobic exercise or computer-based cognitive training better helps thinking skills in people with schizophrenia. Fifty-eight adults with schizophrenia took part. Researchers measured changes in memory, attention, and problem-solving using standard tes…

This study tested whether adding a 3D myofascial release technique to standard McGill exercises helps people with non-specific low back pain more than exercise alone. 38 adults with pain and excessive lower back curve took part. Researchers measured pain, spinal curve, and pelvic…

This study tested a program to help teenagers ages 13 to 16 make healthier choices about eating and exercise. The program added a health literacy module—teaching teens how to find and use health information—to an existing obesity prevention program. Researchers wanted to see if t…

This study tested a 12-week program for families to help parents and children move more, sit less, and sleep better. About 136 parent-child pairs from three schools in Chile took part. The program included weekly tips by email or WhatsApp and three in-person family activity sessi…

This study looked at how short-term rapid weight loss and exercise change blood cells and immune markers in 9 elite male wrestlers. Participants lost about 4.3% of their body weight over five days. Blood samples were taken before and after exercise, both with and without weight l…

This study looked at how to best teach nursing students about staying physically active and healthy while they learn their profession. Researchers tested three different teaching methods at 16 nursing schools in Bavaria, Germany, involving 335 students. The goal was to find the m…

This study looked at how exercise affects the body on a molecular level, focusing on processes like autophagy and stress responses. Researchers tested 80 healthy athletes—both elite cyclists and recreational exercisers—before, during, and after a bike test. The goal was to better…

This study tested whether a health promotion education program could help 76 adolescents (ages 10-19) reduce digital addiction and improve their nutrition and exercise habits. Researchers measured changes using the Child-Adolescent Digital Addiction Scale and the Nutrition-Exerci…

This study tested a smartphone app designed to help African American men start and keep up a regular exercise routine. 36 men used the app for 9 months, and researchers tracked their steps, weight, and blood pressure. The goal was to see if the app could help reduce health proble…

This study tested whether female community health volunteers could help adults in semi-urban Nepal become more physically active. 264 adults aged 18 to 69 took part. The volunteers gave families simple, home-based education sessions about exercise. The goal was to see if this app…

This study looked at how muscle stem cells (satellite cells) respond to eccentric exercise under low-oxygen conditions in 38 healthy, active men aged 20-49. Researchers took blood and muscle samples at several time points to track the muscle repair process. The goal was to unders…

This study looked at how three different types of single-leg exercises affect blood vessels and muscles in people with COPD. 26 participants completed walking and cycling tests to measure oxygen use and lung function. The goal was to learn more about how exercise impacts the body…

This study looked at whether eating carbohydrates at the end of a meal (instead of at the start) changes blood sugar levels in elite female athletes. Twenty-two healthy athletes wore a continuous glucose monitor for 6 days while following different meal sequences. The goal was to…

This study looked at whether doctors in primary care clinics can successfully refer patients with chronic diseases to a 12-week exercise program at local community centers. Researchers tracked how many clinics adopted the referral system and how many patients were referred. The g…

This study looked at how heart rate variability (HRV) — the time between heartbeats — relates to exercise performance and training load in everyday life. Researchers tracked 49 healthy adults who exercise 2-4 times a week using a Whoop wristband. The goal was to see if personaliz…

This study looked at whether isometric exercises (like squats and planks) or aerobic exercises (like running) are better at improving blood pressure in teenagers aged 13 to 17.5 who are overweight or have obesity. 38 teens participated, each doing one type of exercise and having …

This study looked at whether a hands-on technique to release the thoracolumbar fascia (a layer of tissue in the lower back) could improve shoulder blade position and arm function in teenage volleyball players. Fifty-one athletes aged 12-19 took part. The results help us understan…

This study looked at whether short bursts of exercise (interval training) help keep oxygen levels higher in people with COPD who experience drops in oxygen during activity. Twelve patients completed both an interval and a continuous exercise session while their oxygen levels were…

This study looked at how air pollution and different types of exercise affect thinking skills in healthy young adults. 93 people aged 20-30 who did not exercise regularly were split into groups doing high-intensity interval training, moderate aerobic exercise, or stretching, with…

This study tested whether adding breathing exercises to aerobic workouts improves lung function more than aerobic exercise alone. 45 healthy, sedentary university students aged 18-25 were split into three groups: aerobic exercise only, breathing plus aerobic exercise, and a contr…

This study looked at how blood flow restriction (BFR) training—using pressurized cuffs on the legs during sprinting—affects stem cells and immune cells in muscle. Healthy men aged 20-30 took part in three separate experiments over three years. Researchers also tested whether taki…

This study looked at how people's usual caffeine intake changes the effects of coffee on exercise and thinking. Sixty-nine healthy, active adults did strength, sprint, and mental tests after drinking different doses of caffeinated coffee. The goal was to see if low, moderate, or …

This study tested whether a mobile health exercise program, called EL-FIT, is practical and safe for people with NASH (a type of fatty liver disease). Seventeen adults with NASH used the app to follow exercise sessions at home. The main goal was to see if at least half of them co…

This study looked at whether adding mini-squat exercises at different angles (30°, 45°, and 60°) to leg press workouts changes quadriceps and hamstring strength in football players. Sixty male athletes aged 18-30 took part. The goal was to measure muscle strength and the balance …

This study looked at 85 older adults (70+) in Spain to see if ultrasound scans and blood tests can help measure muscle quality and frailty. Participants were divided into groups, with one group doing a physical exercise program. The goal was to find better ways to detect early si…

This study looked at how different breathing exercises affect genes and symptoms in 84 adults with severe asthma. Participants did either standard breathing rehab or the same program plus extra muscle-strengthening exercises. Researchers measured changes in lung function, exercis…

This study looked at how age and body fat affect inflammation in 100 veterans. Researchers wanted to see if losing a moderate amount of weight and increasing aerobic exercise could lower inflammation. The goal was to understand the link between body fat, aging, and health risks l…

This study looked at whether taking calcium before exercise could help bones adapt better to workouts. Exercise normally causes a drop in blood calcium, which may reduce the bone-strengthening benefits. Researchers tested this idea in 18 Veterans aged 25-45 and 55-75. The goal wa…