Search for dissertations about: "low intensive exercise"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 6 swedish dissertations containing the words low intensive exercise.

  2. 1. Qigong : acute affective responses in a group of regular exercisers

    Author : Mattias Johansson; Peter Hassmén; Anna Hertting; Torsten Norlander; Örebro universitet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; qigong; affective responses; mind-body therapy; low-intensive physical activity; affect regulation; Sports research; Idrottsforskning; Idrottsvetenskap; Sports Science;

    Abstract : Qigong is a Chinese mind-body therapy that aims to, through the use of movements, relaxed breathing and relaxation/meditation, create a healthy flow of life force, qi, in the body, and consequently improve health. A growing number of Qigong studies report beneficial effects on health and well-being. READ MORE

  4. 2. Experienced physical functioning and effects of resistance training in patients with chronic kidney disease

    Author : Susanne Heiwe; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Exercise; Adult; Kidney Failure; Chronic; Biopsy; Muscle Fibers; Health Behaviour; Rehabilitation; Qualitative research; Adaptation; Psychological;

    Abstract : Physical fitness declines as chronic kidney disease progresses, and is approximately 50% of the expected norm when starting dialysis therapy This means that physical fitness in these patients is so reduced that it impinge on their ability and capacity to perform activities of daily livings. Muscular weakness, caused by for instance abnormal protein metabolism, is one of the main reasons for this decline in physical functioning. READ MORE

  5. 3. Aerobic capacity in rheumatoid arthritis : aspects of associations with cardiovascular risk factors and disease activity

    Author : Lars Ångström; Anna Södergren; Solveig Wållberg Jonsson; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES;

    Abstract : Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a systemic and inflammatory disease that has been associated with an increased morbidity and mortality in cardiovascular disease (CVD). Low aerobic capacity is one of the strongest independent risk factors for CVD and all-cause mortality in the general population. READ MORE

  6. 4. Neuroinflammatory biomarkers in suicidal behavior

    Author : Josef Isung; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Immune dysregulation is of importance in the pathophysiology underlying psychiatric disorders including major depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. Neurobiological alterations such as a dysregulated stress-hormonal axis and serotonergic alterations have been reported in suicide attempters at risk for subsequent suicide. READ MORE

  7. 5. Deep tissue massage therapy and/or strengthening and stretching exercises for disabling subacute or chronic neck pain : a randomized controlled trial

    Author : Oscar Javier Pico Espinosa; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Background: Neck pain is a common condition responsible for a significant amount of disability worldwide. Various treatment modalities are used to manage neck pain, but evidence supporting their use is scarce, conflicting or of low quality. READ MORE