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16. Physical activity among patients with cardiovascular disease : a predictor of hospital care utilisation and mortality in clinical work
Sammanfattning : Guidelines highlight the importance of physical activity (PA) in secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD) within the healthcare sector. Previous studies have mainly focused on the effects of PA at moderate-vigorous intensity performed within exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation (CR). LÄS MER
17. Aspects of physical activity in Rheumatoid Arthritis : associations with inflammation and cardiovascular risk factors
Sammanfattning : Background: Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is associated with an increased risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD), partially attributable to systemic inflammation and traditional risk factors for CVD. Since physical activity (PA) is strongly related to CVD in the general population, the aim of this thesis was to describe aspects of PA in patients with RA, and further to analyse associations with disease activity, traditional risk factors for CVD and subclinical atherosclerosis. LÄS MER
18. Exercising the self : On the Role of Exercise, Gender and Culture in Physical Self-Perceptions
Sammanfattning : In modern society, individuals constantly pass judgments on their own body and physical competence as well as that of other people. All too often, the verdict is less favourable. For the person, these physical self-perceptions (PSP) may negatively affect global self-esteem, identity, and general mental well being. LÄS MER
19. Physical exercise as a preventive strategy for disorders affecting the brain. The effect on neuroinflammation
Sammanfattning : Physical activity is associated with lower risks of developing dementia, Parkinson’s disease (PD) and depression. Furthermore, being physically active prior to brain ischemia appears to help the recovery process. LÄS MER
20. Physical activity and stroke - Associations and patient experiences
Sammanfattning : Background: Insufficient physical activity is a global problem and a risk factor for stroke. Furthermore, physical activity is often reduced after stroke, and many patients are physically inactive in stroke units. LÄS MER