Long-Term Physical Activity Effectively Reduces the Consumption of Antihypertensive Drugs: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Cagno, Alessandra di; Fiorilli, Giovanni; Buonsenso, Andrea; Martino, Giulia Di; Centorbi, Marco; Angiolillo, Antonella; Calcagno, Giuseppe; Komici, Klara; Costanzo, Alfonso Di

doi:10.3390/jcdd10070285

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“…Prolonged and regular adherence to PA plays a fundamental role in the prevention and reduction of cardiovascular risk factors [44], and an active lifestyle is an effective strategy for reducing the consumption of antihypertensive drugs [45,46]. Nevertheless, in the majority of cases, behavioural changes aimed at adopting a healthy lifestyle are frequently discontinued over a long time, leading to a reduction in the levels of PA that have been attained.…”

Section: Advanced Strategies For Cardiovascular Disease Controlmentioning

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Enhancing Behavioural Changes: A Narrative Review on the Effectiveness of a Multifactorial APP-Based Intervention Integrating Physical Activity

Di Martino,

della Valle,

Centorbi

et al. 2024

IJERPH

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The rapid evolution of technologies is a key innovation in the organisation and management of physical activities (PA) and sports. The increase in benefits and opportunities related to the adoption of technologies for both the promotion of a healthy lifestyle and the management of chronic diseases is evident. In the field of telehealth, these devices provide personalised recommendations, workout monitoring and injury prevention. The study aimed to provide an overview of the landscape of technology application to PA organised to promote active lifestyles and improve chronic disease management. This review identified specific areas of focus for the selection of articles: the utilisation of mobile APPs and technological devices for enhancing weight loss, improving cardiovascular health, managing diabetes and cancer and preventing osteoporosis and cognitive decline. A multifactorial intervention delivered via mobile APPs, which integrates PA while managing diet or promoting social interaction, is unquestionably more effective than a singular intervention. The main finding related to promoting PA and a healthy lifestyle through app usage is associated with “behaviour change techniques”. Even when individuals stop using the APP, they often maintain the structured or suggested lifestyle habits initially provided by the APP. Various concerns regarding the excessive use of APPs need to be addressed.

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Section: Advanced Strategies For Cardiovascular Disease Controlmentioning

confidence: 99%

Enhancing Behavioural Changes: A Narrative Review on the Effectiveness of a Multifactorial APP-Based Intervention Integrating Physical Activity

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della Valle,

Centorbi

et al. 2024

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Exercise, Dialysis, and Environment: A Narrative Review in an Ecological Perspective

Piva,

Storari,

Battaglia

et al. 2024

Kidney Blood Press Res

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Patient empowerment and environmental sustainability may contribute to creating efficient and resilient healthcare models. Chronic kidney diseases call for a sustainable approach aimed to improve physical function and mental health of patients and possibly to contribute to the slowing down of the evolution towards the end stage of renal disease (ESRD) with a reduction of the environmental and economic impact . Summary Multidisciplinary interventions should be implemented particularly at the final stages when patients are exposed to sedentariness, reduced health-related quality of life (HR-QoL), high cardiovascular morbidity and mortality and the health care services to high costs and participation in environmental pollution. Ecological strategies based on specific nutritional approaches, exercise and environment should be designed and tested. In particular, introduction to physical exercise represents a useful replacement therapy to counteract the hazards derived from the sedentary behavior of ESRD patients, being low physical function associated with poor clinical outcomes. A more active and healthy lifestyle, particularly in the natural environment, could impact on HR-QoL, mental and physical wellbeing but also on socialization, with lower levels of anxiety and fatigue stress. Otherwise the combination of sustainable models of exercise into the patients' daily routine can be enhanced by the biophilic design called to reproduce a natural environment in the dialysis center. Finally, the involvement of the personnel and of the health professionals to properly manage the exercise interventions and the related factors (location, modality, dose, intensity and duration) might improve the patients’ participation. In particular, ecological programs should be broadly inclusive aimed to target the lowest performing populations through minimal feasible doses of exercise. Key Messages Moving towards an ecological framework of lifestyle change, in the very advanced stages of kidney disease the potential synergies between environment, diet, and exercise may improve the physical and mental health of the patients and reduce the impact of dialysis.

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Bridging Generations Through Movement: “How and Why” Intergenerational Programs Operate—A Systematic and Narrative Review

Di Martino,

della Valle,

Centorbi

et al. 2024

Geriatrics

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Well-being and social interaction are among the primary goals to be achieved for the elderly. Intergenerational physical activity (PA) has gained increasing attention due to its potential to encourage PA and social interaction, providing both social and physical benefits to both younger and older individuals. This review aimed to gain a deeper understanding of the potential roles of PA in facilitating intergenerational interactions and provide practical insights. Methods: Following PRISMA guidelines, the systematic review identified specific keywords to search for articles that met the chosen inclusion and exclusion criteria (n. 5 RCT articles, selected between 2009 and 2024), conducted by three independent reviewers. Scopus, PubMed, EBSCOhost, and Web of Science were consulted to identify relevant articles. Risk of bias was assessed using Cochrane RoB 2. For the narrative dissertation, articles were identified across three key areas of focus: types of PA, age groups, and intended goals. Results: Few studies have specifically implemented PA protocols in intergenerational relationships, and most have planned remote activities without monitoring outcomes. The main advantages of intergenerational PA are oriented towards the social and relational sphere rather than simple PA involvement. Conclusions: For the elderly, these programs may help mitigate age-related deficits, while children and adolescents, when adapting to their older counterparts, experience greater effectiveness when provided with clear guidance during shared activities. Considering the characteristics and needs of individuals of different ages, different activities must be proposed to obtain different results. The organization of workshops and preparatory sessions will help in facilitating relationships and interactions among participants.

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Long-Term Physical Activity Effectively Reduces the Consumption of Antihypertensive Drugs: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Cited by 5 publications

References 47 publications

Enhancing Behavioural Changes: A Narrative Review on the Effectiveness of a Multifactorial APP-Based Intervention Integrating Physical Activity

Enhancing Behavioural Changes: A Narrative Review on the Effectiveness of a Multifactorial APP-Based Intervention Integrating Physical Activity

Exercise, Dialysis, and Environment: A Narrative Review in an Ecological Perspective

Bridging Generations Through Movement: “How and Why” Intergenerational Programs Operate—A Systematic and Narrative Review

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