Journal of Yoga & Physical Therapy
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Kristy Sanderson

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• Review Article
  The Role of Physical Activity in the Treatment and Prevention of Depression Mediated by Immune Modulatory Effects
  Author(s): Harris A Eyre, Kristy Sanderson and Bernhard T Baune Harris A Eyre, Kristy Sanderson and Bernhard T Baune
  
  Depression is a major public health concern and a global priority for research and development. The role of Physical Activity (PA) in the treatment and prevention of psychiatric disorders (e.g. depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder and age-related cognitive dysfunction) has been developing in recent times with a significant number of quality trials emerging. This paper aims to provide an up-to-date, critical assessment of the epidemiological, clinical trial and a focus of clinical immunological evidence for PA interventions in the treatment and prevention of depression. A review of the literature suggests higher levels of PA and Cardio-Respiratory Fitness (CRF) are associated with lower levels of depressive symptoms, lower incidence of depression and lower levels of inflammation. Clinical trials suggest that aerobic, resistance and mind-body PA types may be therapeutic in th.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2157-7595.1000165

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