June 2020 - Life Science Review

22 June 202022 June 2020

Dance sessions appear to bring about cognitive and psychological improvements, especially in depression and anxiety, as well as an improvement in body structure and function in elderly individuals

In April 2020 researchers from Brazil published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effectiveness of dance in the health of adults and elderly individuals. Only seven … Read more

22 June 202022 June 2020

Regular dance sessions undertaken by adult grandchildren with their grandparents appears to create a change in the grandparents’ state of mind, bringing about good memories and uplifted spirits, whilst for the grandchild it alters their perspective of old age

In April 2020 researchers from Israel published the results of their study to assess the benefits of free-form dance undertaken by adult grandchildren with their grandparents. The researchers stated that … Read more

22 June 202022 June 2020

The playback method has an impact on the level of body motion when people are listening to music with individuals generally moving more when listening through headphones as opposed to speakers

In April 2020 researchers from Norway published the results of their study to assess whether spontaneous movement responses to music are similar if the music is heard through headphones or … Read more

20 June 202020 June 2020

An online hypnosis programme may be effective in reducing headache symptoms in migraine sufferers

In July 2019 researchers from Ireland published the results of their study to assess the effect of an online hypnosis programme for the treatment of migraines. A total of 43 … Read more

20 June 202020 June 2020

Currently there is not enough evidence to assess whether biofeedback programmes are effective for controlling symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome

In November 2019 researchers from the USA, Australia, UK and Canada published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effectiveness and safety of biofeedback for irritable bowel … Read more

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Pilates Reformer exercises performed once a week for 10 weeks appears to result in reduced fall risk and significant improvements in balance, functional mobility, and lower extremity range of movements in older adults at risk of falling

In October 2018 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the effects of Pilates Reformer exercises on fall risk, balance and mobility in older adults … Read more

6 June 20206 June 2020

Anger, self-confidence, irritability, loss of appetite, and a loss of interest in leisure activities appear to be associated with a decline in the quality of life in carers of children with primary congenital glaucoma

In September 2019 researchers from India published the results of their study to assess the quality of life in caregivers of children with primary congenital glaucoma. A total of 70 … Read more

6 June 20206 June 2020

The time of receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia appears to be a critical period in the process of transitioning into a caregiver role, and a caregiver’s needs at this time include knowledge and information, emotional and psychological support, and assistance with care planning

In August 2019 researchers from the USA published their review of the medical scientific literature to identify experiences, needs, interventions and outcomes for carers of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or … Read more

6 June 20206 June 2020

An increasing sense of burden worsens the relationship between the carer and individual with Alzheimer’s disease which in turn may increase the frequency and severity of neuropsychiatric symptoms such as anxiety, agitation, disinhibition, aggressive behavior and sleep disturbance

In September 2019 researchers from Turkey and Italy published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the potential influence of symptoms experienced by individuals with Alzheimer’s disease on … Read more

6 June 20206 June 2020

Carers who receive training to support the recovery of older individuals discharged from hospital following a stroke may have lower anxiety levels as well as a reduced feeling that the person is a burden 12 months later

In September 2019 researchers from the UK, Germany and Australia published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effectiveness of caregiver interventions to support the recovery of … Read more

6 June 20206 June 2020

It is difficult to draw firm conclusions from research undertaken to date regarding the effectiveness of psychosocial interventions for carers of individuals living with cancer but it should be noted that the content of a few interventions may be perceived as insensitive to some individuals

In June 2019 researchers from the UK published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effectiveness of psychosocial interventions designed to improve the quality of life, physical … Read more

6 June 20206 June 2020

Carers of individuals with Parkinson’s disease may find a healthy balance in terms of their own wellbeing by jointly participating in two-thirds of activities while ensuring the remaining third is time reserved for themselves

In April 2020 researchers from the UK and Switzerland published the results of their study to assess the reasons for caregiver participation in a variety of activities and whether participation … Read more

3 June 20203 June 2020

Argentinian Tango courses for individuals with Parkinson’s disease appear to improve stability and increase mobility whilst reducing body fatigue, anxiety, shame and frustration as well as bringing about greater self-confidence and self-assurance

In January 2020 researchers from Germany published the results of their study to assess the effect of the Argentinian Tango on individuals with Parkinson’s disease. The researchers stated it is … Read more

3 June 20203 June 2020

Whilst tai chi generally appears to be an effective method of reducing hypertension, the greatest reductions in systolic and diastolic blood pressure levels appears to be following 24-movement or yang styles of tai chi

In April 2020 researchers from China published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the influence of tai chi on blood pressure and related risk factors in individuals … Read more

3 June 20203 June 2020

Acupuncture, hypnosis, paced respiration, cognitive behavioural therapy, genistein, soy isoflavones, S-equol, combined preparations of black cohosh, and omega-3 supplements may significantly reduce vasomotor symptoms (night sweats, hot flashes and flushes) which are common in menopausal individuals and those suffering with cancer

In August 2019 researchers from China published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effectiveness of complementary and alternative medicines on vasomotor symptoms. Vasomotor symptoms are usually … Read more

3 June 20203 June 2020

Excluding six refined foodstuffs, ie margarine, vegetable oils, butter, cream, processed meat and sugary drinks from the diet may lead to automatic significant long-term weight loss

In July 2018 researchers from France published the results of their study to assess the effect of a 2-year diet that excluded six refined foodstuffs, ie margarine, vegetable oils, butter, … Read more

3 June 20203 June 2020

The Paleolithic diet plus a supervised exercise training programme appears to produce an improvement in cardiac fat, structure and function in individuals with diabetes type 2

In January 2019 researchers from Sweden and Iceland published the results of their study to assess the effects of a Paleolithic diet, with and without additional supervised exercise training, on … Read more

2 June 20202 June 2020

Pilates appears to be an effective, healthy, and feasible way of reducing pain in pregnancy, and may be beneficial for suppressing pain in the third trimester of pregnancy

In May 2018 researchers from Indonesia published the results of their study to assess the effect of Pilates exercises for decreasing pain in pregnant women. A total of 40 pregnant … Read more

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Longer screen time usage (television viewing/video game use) during childhood appears to worsen lipid profiles in early adolescence

In March 2020 researchers from Canada published the results of their study to assess whether a non-active lifestyle or sleep predicted lipid profiles in children over a 2-year period. A … Read more

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A greater duration of screen time (hours per use) appears to be associated with lower language skills, while better quality screen use (educational programmes) promote stronger language skills in children under the age of 12 years

In March 2020 researchers from Canada and the USA published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the association between duration of screen time and background television, educational … Read more