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View article: Reduction in reaction time and improved oculomotor function following football-specific vision training in young players
Reduction in reaction time and improved oculomotor function following football-specific vision training in young players Open
The field-based SVT protocol was associated with improvements in upper-limb VMRT and specific oculomotor functions in young footballers. While these findings suggest that sport-specific SVT may enhance key visual-motor skills relevant to f…
View article: How Does Physical Activity Affect the Mental Health of Adults with Intellectual Disability? A Cross-Sectional Study Analyzing the Complex Interplay Between Variables
How Does Physical Activity Affect the Mental Health of Adults with Intellectual Disability? A Cross-Sectional Study Analyzing the Complex Interplay Between Variables Open
Background: Individuals with intellectual disability face an increased risk of mental health issues compared to the general population. Despite the proven efficacy of physical activity (PA) in improving anxiety and depression in the genera…
View article: Increased Walking Speed Reduces Hospitalization Rates in Patients with Cardiovascular Disease During Exercise-Based Secondary Prevention
Increased Walking Speed Reduces Hospitalization Rates in Patients with Cardiovascular Disease During Exercise-Based Secondary Prevention Open
Background/Objectives: Walking speed (WS) is associated with morbidity and mortality. This study sought to investigate the associations between WS and hospitalization among patients with stable cardiovascular disease (CVD) and analyze how …
View article: Association Between Walking Speed and Mortality in Cardiac Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Involved in a Secondary Prevention Program
Association Between Walking Speed and Mortality in Cardiac Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Involved in a Secondary Prevention Program Open
Background: This study aimed to investigate associations between walking speed (WS) and mortality among cardiac patients with type 2 diabetes. Methods: Of the 3328 patients included in the ITER registry between 1998 and 2023, 490 patients …
View article: A Longitudinal Study on Body Image Perception and Size among Italian Early Adolescents: Changes over Time and Discrepancies between Genders
A Longitudinal Study on Body Image Perception and Size among Italian Early Adolescents: Changes over Time and Discrepancies between Genders Open
Background/Objectives: The discrepancy between the current perceived body image (BI) and beauty ideals leads to dissatisfaction, which is believed to be common among adolescents. This study aimed to investigate the stability in BI percepti…
View article: Assessing the Relationship between Body Image Satisfaction and Physical Activity in Italian Adolescents: A Cross-Sectional Investigation
Assessing the Relationship between Body Image Satisfaction and Physical Activity in Italian Adolescents: A Cross-Sectional Investigation Open
Background: Body image perception can significantly influence various aspects of adolescent lives. The study analyzed the relationship between body image satisfaction and sports participation in adolescents, examining various factors that …
View article: The COVID-19 Experience in Adolescents: Emotional and Behavioral Recall at the End of the Pandemic
The COVID-19 Experience in Adolescents: Emotional and Behavioral Recall at the End of the Pandemic Open
The COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting lockdown countermeasure may have significantly affected adolescents’ physical and mental health. This study aims to assess adolescents’ recollections of this period, also analyzing their current weig…
View article: Analysis of Demographic and Socioeconomic Factors Influencing Adherence to a Web-Based Intervention Among Patients After Acute Coronary Syndrome: Prospective Observational Cohort Study
Analysis of Demographic and Socioeconomic Factors Influencing Adherence to a Web-Based Intervention Among Patients After Acute Coronary Syndrome: Prospective Observational Cohort Study Open
Background Although telemedicine has been proven to have significant potential for improving care for patients with cardiac problems, there remains a substantial risk of introducing disparities linked to the use of digital technology, espe…
View article: Time-loss injuries in MotoGP championships
Time-loss injuries in MotoGP championships Open
Introduction: MotoGP (Moto Grand Prix) is the premier class of motorcycle road racing events held on road circuits over a distance between 100 and 130 kilometers. Despite its worldwide popularity, there are only few studies published in th…
View article: Analysis of Demographic and Socioeconomic Factors Influencing Adherence to a Web-Based Intervention Among Patients After Acute Coronary Syndrome: Prospective Observational Cohort Study (Preprint)
Analysis of Demographic and Socioeconomic Factors Influencing Adherence to a Web-Based Intervention Among Patients After Acute Coronary Syndrome: Prospective Observational Cohort Study (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Although telemedicine has been proven to have significant potential for improving care for patients with cardiac problems, there remains a substantial risk of introducing disparities linked to the use of digital technology, esp…
View article: Assessing the Impact of COVID-19 Prevention Measures on Adolescent Growth in Italy
Assessing the Impact of COVID-19 Prevention Measures on Adolescent Growth in Italy Open
COVID-19 infection has caused increased morbidity and mortality worldwide. Several strategies have been adopted around the world to prevent its spread. Italy underwent a long lockdown for face-to-face educational activities, which were rep…
View article: Treating Binge Eating Disorder With Physical Exercise: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Treating Binge Eating Disorder With Physical Exercise: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Open
These findings suggest that physical exercise, within a multidisciplinary clinical and psychotherapeutic approach, may be an effective intervention for managing BED symptoms. Further comparative studies are needed to clarify which exercise…
View article: A Moderate Walking Test Predicts Survival in Women With Cardiovascular Disease
A Moderate Walking Test Predicts Survival in Women With Cardiovascular Disease Open
Higher peak oxygen uptake levels were associated with a lower risk of all-cause mortality. The indirect estimation of peak oxygen uptake using the 1-km walking test is feasible and can be applied for risk stratification among female patien…
View article: Experience and Perceptions among Older Outpatients after Myocardial Infarction following an Exercise Intervention: A Qualitative Analysis from the PIpELINe Trial
Experience and Perceptions among Older Outpatients after Myocardial Infarction following an Exercise Intervention: A Qualitative Analysis from the PIpELINe Trial Open
Traditional cardiac rehabilitation (CR) programs effectively improve physical performance and outcomes after myocardial infarction (MI). However, older patients are less likely to participate in such programs. The aim of this qualitative a…
View article: Exercise program for the management of anxiety and depression in adults and elderly subjects: Is it applicable to patients with post-covid-19 condition? A systematic review and meta-analysis
Exercise program for the management of anxiety and depression in adults and elderly subjects: Is it applicable to patients with post-covid-19 condition? A systematic review and meta-analysis Open
The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic had dramatic effect on mental health, causing long-term psychiatricmorbidity. At present, there are no randomized trials reporting the effect of physical exercise on individuals with post- C…
View article: Age at Menarche, Growth Velocity, and Adiposity Indices in Italian Girls Aged 10 to 14
Age at Menarche, Growth Velocity, and Adiposity Indices in Italian Girls Aged 10 to 14 Open
Age at menarche (AAM) is an effective marker of puberty timing but its onset could be influenced by several intrinsic and extrinsic factors. This study aimed to assess the AAM in a sample of Italian adolescents and to investigate its assoc…
View article: The Effect of Active Stretching Training in Patients with Chronic Venous Insufficiency Monitored by Raster-Stereography
The Effect of Active Stretching Training in Patients with Chronic Venous Insufficiency Monitored by Raster-Stereography Open
(1) Background: Musculoskeletal disorders can be associated with advanced clinical stages of chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). The aim of the study is to investigate the effect of active stretching (AS) training on lower limb venous func…
View article: The Effect of Submaximal Exercise on Jugular Venous Pulse Assessed by a Wearable Cervical Plethysmography System
The Effect of Submaximal Exercise on Jugular Venous Pulse Assessed by a Wearable Cervical Plethysmography System Open
The jugular venous pulse (JVP) is a one of the crucial parameters of efficient cardiovascular function. Nowadays, limited data are available regarding the response of JVP to exercise because of its complex and/or invasive assessment proced…
View article: P401 REMOTE COUNSELING ROLE DURING COVID–19 PANDEMIC IN SECONDARY PREVENTION AFTER ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROME
P401 REMOTE COUNSELING ROLE DURING COVID–19 PANDEMIC IN SECONDARY PREVENTION AFTER ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROME Open
Introduction Patients affected by acute coronary syndrome are usually referred to center–based secondary prevention programs where they are enrolled in physical activity programs and received indications about cardiovascular risk factors c…
View article: P422 EARLY EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION AFTER ACUTE CORONARY SINDROME. A NEW MODEL FROM BEDSIDE TO THE COMMUNITY
P422 EARLY EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION AFTER ACUTE CORONARY SINDROME. A NEW MODEL FROM BEDSIDE TO THE COMMUNITY Open
Purpose Physical inactivity is a major risk factor and negative prognostic index of cardiovascular disease. It is necessary to define effective strategies to direct patients after an acute coronary syndrome (ACS) to physically active lifes…
View article: P370 INNOVATIVE TELEMONITORED MODEL OF PHYSICAL EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION IN SECONDARY PREVENTION DURING THE QUARANTINE
P370 INNOVATIVE TELEMONITORED MODEL OF PHYSICAL EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION IN SECONDARY PREVENTION DURING THE QUARANTINE Open
Introduction COVID–19 pandemic induced the emanation of extraordinary measures like quarantine, that can be considered a risk factor for both physical and mental health in the population. In particular, gym’s closure and the need to stay h…
View article: Adherence to a guided walking program with amelioration of cognitive functions in subjects with schizophrenia even during COVID-19 pandemic
Adherence to a guided walking program with amelioration of cognitive functions in subjects with schizophrenia even during COVID-19 pandemic Open
Background Aim of the study was to enrol a group of individuals with schizophrenia in a long-term moderate-intensity physical activity program and to evaluate its effects on their cognitive functions and cardiovascular risk factors. An add…
View article: Modello di riabilitazione cardiologica teleguidata durante pandemia da COVID-19
Modello di riabilitazione cardiologica teleguidata durante pandemia da COVID-19 Open
Background. The COVID-19 pandemic has induced many governments to promote national lockdowns. Despite a period of quarantine is the best option and recommendation to stop the rapid spread of infections, this may have collateral effects on …
View article: Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Physical Activity in Patients With Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillators
Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Physical Activity in Patients With Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillators Open
Purpose: The coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has been spreading rapidly worldwide since late January 2020. The strict lockdown strategy prompted by the Italian government, to hamper severe acute respiratory syndrome coronaviru…
View article: Impact of Improvement in Walking Speed on Hospitalization and Mortality in Females with Cardiovascular Disease
Impact of Improvement in Walking Speed on Hospitalization and Mortality in Females with Cardiovascular Disease Open
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the principal cause of death in women. Walking speed (WS) is strongly related with mortality and CVD. The rate of all-cause hospitalization or death was assessed in 290 female outpatients with CVD after part…
View article: Prognostic comparison of the FRIEND and Wasserman/Hansen peak VO2 equations applied to a submaximal walking test in outpatients with cardiovascular disease
Prognostic comparison of the FRIEND and Wasserman/Hansen peak VO2 equations applied to a submaximal walking test in outpatients with cardiovascular disease Open
Aims The aim of this study was to determine the ability to predict all-cause mortality using established per cent-predicted (%PRED) equations for peak oxygen consumption (VO2peak) estimated by a submaximal walk test in outpatients with car…
View article: Walking and hypertension: greater reductions in subjects with higher baseline systolic blood pressure following six months of guided walking
Walking and hypertension: greater reductions in subjects with higher baseline systolic blood pressure following six months of guided walking Open
Background The aim of the study was to assess the effects of walking on the blood pressure in sedentary adults with differing degrees of systolic blood pressure (SBP). Methods A total of 529 subjects with SBP above 120 mmHg were enrolled. …
View article: A moderate 500-m treadmill walk for estimating peak oxygen uptake in men with NYHA class I-II heart failure and reduced left ventricular ejection fraction
A moderate 500-m treadmill walk for estimating peak oxygen uptake in men with NYHA class I-II heart failure and reduced left ventricular ejection fraction Open
A moderate and self-regulated 500-m treadmill-walking test is a valid tool for VO2peak estimation in patients with HFrEF. These findings may have practical implications in the context of transitioning from clinically based programs to fitn…