Introduction Low back pain (LBP) is an extremely common occurance amongst the UK population. Although most LBP episodes are simple and self-limiting, symptoms of LBP can be a major cause of physical and psychological disability, placing huge demands on society through the loss of working days and demands on medical resources. Facts & Figures Back… Read More
Can exercise really make you feel significantly better mentally?
Originally posted on Register of Exercise Professionals UK:
It’s no secret that exercise is suggested to help with a variety of human issues, right from treating depression to improving memory. In particular, recent research suggests exercise leads to the release of certain neurotransmitters in the brain that alleviates pain, both physical and mental. Much of…
Does Increased Weight + Reduced Physical Activity = Greater CO2 Emissions
Research Paper Title Associations of Health, Physical Activity and Weight Status with Motorised Travel and Transport Carbon Dioxide Emissions: A Cross-sectional, Observational Study. Background Motorised travel and associated carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions generate substantial health costs; in the case of motorised travel, this may include contributing to rising obesity levels. Obesity has in turn been… Read More
Physical Activity Beneficial for Mental & Physical Functioning
Research Paper Title Joint Association of Physical Activity and Body Weight with Subsequent Physical and Mental Functioning: A Follow-up Study. Background Physical inactivity and overweight are major threats to public health. However, it is not well understood to what extent physical activity might counteract the harmful effects of overweight on functioning. Thus, the researchers examined… Read More
Depression- & Anxiety-related Sick Leave Leads Early Retirement
Research Paper Title Depression- and Anxiety-related Sick Leave and the Risk of Permanent Disability and Mortality in the Working Population in Germany: A Cohort Study. Background Anxiety and depression are the most common psychiatric disorders and are the cause of a large and increasing amount of sick-leave in most developed countries. They are also implicated… Read More
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Physical Activity: Prevalence Depends on Definition Used!
Research Paper Title Compliance with Different Physical Activity Recommendations and its Association with Socio-demographic Characteristics using an Objective Measure. Background In the past decades, several public health guidelines concerning physical activity have been published. This study evaluated compliance with various physical activity guidelines and examined the associations between meeting the guidelines and socio-demographic characteristics. Methods… Read More
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