ArticleInternational journal of environmental research and public health2021
Effects of Ai-Chi Practice on Balance and Left Cerebellar Activation during High Working Memory Load Task in Older People: A Controlled Pilot Trial.
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- Effectiveness of aquatic Tai Chi on balance indicators: a systematic review.Frontiers in public health · 2026Pooled it
- An ALE meta-analysis on the effects of neural changes due to exercise on executive function in a healthy population.Scientific reports · 2025Pooled it
- Exercise Modulates Working Memory-Related Brain Activation Through Bidirectional Neural Mechanisms: An ALE Meta-Analysis of Longitudinal and Cross-Sectional fMRI Studies.Brain sciences · 2026Review
- Do Combined Oculomotor and Bimanual Coordination Exercises Instantly Stabilize Balance in Athletes?Open access journal of sports medicine · 2024Article
- Environmental Enrichment Enhances Cerebellar Compensation and Develops Cerebellar Reserve.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2022Review
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Abstract
backgroundNormal aging is associated with balance and working memory decline. From a neurobiological standpoint, changes in cerebellar functional plasticity may mediate the decline in balance and working memory for older adults. Mounting evidence suggests that physical activity is beneficial for decreasing aging effects. Previous studies have focused on land-based physical activity and research concerning the aquatic environment is scarce. This study investigated the effectiveness of Ai-Chi on balance abilities and cerebral activation during a high working memory load task among community-dwelling older people.
methodsA total of 19 people aged 65-86 years were allocated to receive Ai-Chi practice (
resultsThe Ai-Chi practice group presented a significant change in balance between pre and post intervention (balance
conclusionsAi-Chi is an available, non-invasive intervention method that may serve as a tool to improve cerebellar activation that in turn might improve balance. In addition, our findings may provide new insights into the neuronal mechanisms that underlie both motor and cognitive abilities.
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