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The Effects of Exercise on Synaptic Plasticity in Individuals With Mild Cognitive Impairment: Protocol for a Pilot Intervention Study (Preprint)

Abstract

BACKGROUND

Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a syndrome preceding more severe impairment characterized by dementia. MCI affects an estimated 15% to 20% of people older than 65 years. Nonpharmacological interventions including exercise are recommended as part of overall MCI management based on the positive effects of exercise on cognitive performance. Interval training involves brief intermittent bouts of exercise interspersed with short …

Authors

Ramdeo KR; Fahnestock M; Gibala M; Selvaganapathy PR; Lee J; Nelson AJ

DOI

10.2196/preprints.50030

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