background :dysfunction in the kinetic chain caused by poor scapula stabilization can contribute to shoulder injuries and shoulder impingement syndrome (sis). the purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of two treatment approaches scapular stabilization based exercise therapy and physical therapy in patients with sis.   methods : the study is a randomized clinical trial in which ...

purpose the present study was designed to evaluate the effects of aerobic and strength training on cardiac variables such as blood pressure, heart rate (hr), and metabolic parameters like cholesterol, high density lipoprotein (hdl), triglycerides and anthropometric parameters of obese women of punjab. methods this study was performed as an experimental study, in which subjects were randomly sel...

introduction: previous studies indicate that exercise influences cognitive function. nevertheless, considering that exercise in animal study can be voluntary, or forced, effects of exercise (specially forced exercise) on learning and memory abides as a matter of controversy. the present study aimed to investigate the effects of treadmill exercise on ltp in the dentate gyrus of rats. methods: th...

Abstract Enhancing physical activity promotes positive health trajectories throughout the life course. Physical should be tailored and graded to suit older adults’ capacities needs can combined with rehabilitation interventions manage geriatric syndromes disability. This chapter provides a summary of current evidence about role for adults, emphasizing nutritional aspects. We also present strate...

background: little is known about the influence of habitual participation in physical exercise and diet on upper-extremity physical function in older adults. to assess the relationship of general physical exercise and diet to upper-extremity physical function and pain intensity in older adults.   methods: a cohort of 111 patients 50 or older completed a sociodemographic survey, the rapid assess...

according to behaviorists physical self-concept can be influence by interventional programs such as physical exercise or weight loss programs. more understanding of physical self-concept formation manner and its affectability ways by proper exercise programs, therefore, play an important role in achieving psychic health and desirable individual behavior. the purpose of the present study was to ...

background: mothers are potentially susceptible to some complications, postpartum which would affect their wellbeing. so, it is essential to deliver appropriate postpartum care, to improve physical, mental and social wellbeing. the current study was carried out to assess the effect of physical exercise on postpartum maternal physical, mental, social and general wellbeing. methods: this is a sem...

abstract background: self-regulation is one of the current psychological concepts that have been known as a determinant of leisure time physical activity. due to cultural and social diversity in different societies and age groups, application of specific questionnaires is essential to perform investigations about physical activities. the aim of this study is development and evaluation of psycho...