From: Physical activity for people with dementia: a scoping study
Mechanism of action | Description |
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Vascular | Exercise could restore cerebral hypoperfusion, the decrease of the perfusion of the blood into the brain |
Neurochemical | Exercise increases endorphin and serotonin levels in the brain, which may in turn increase the functioning of the central nervous system and enhance cognitive performance |
Cognitive reserve | Reduction in cognitive deficits is achieved by activating brain plasticity and enhancing synaptogenesis and neurogenesis |
Stress | Physically active individuals have more positive emotional feelings, which reduce stress and lead to lower susceptibility to cognitive impairment |
Functional | Facilitates acquisition of spatial learning and memory |