Influence of physical activity practice on sexual function in men: a systematic review.

IF 2.8 3区医学 Q2 PHYSIOLOGY

European Journal of Applied Physiology Pub Date : 2025-02-26 DOI:10.1007/s00421-025-05734-0

Marianne Lucena da Silva, Liana Barbaresco Gomide Matheus, Ana Claudia de Souza Alves Braga, Miguel Luciano Rodrigues da Silva Junior, Lucas Alves Jaques, Diego Vieira de Mattos, Katiane da Costa Cunha, Aline Teixeira Alves

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Abstract

Background: While the health benefits of regular physical activity are well-documented, there is limited evidence specifically addressing its impact on male sexual function.

Methods: A systematic review was conducted to investigate the influence of physical activity practice on sexual function in men. The studies were sourced from PubMed, Embase, Virtual Health Library, Scopus, Web of Science and Cochrane through May 2024.The recommendations and criteria described in the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) guidelines and Cochrane Handbook were followed. Two independent reviewers assessed the quality of the literature.

Results: A total of 15 studies were eligible. According to the studies, physical exercise is highly associated with better sexual function in patients without comorbidities, patients with diabetes mellitus, patients with chronic heart failure, and patients of different races. Exercise influences the production of nitric oxide, improves insulin sensitivity, reduces levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines, and increases testosterone levels. These effects can help maintain arterial stiffness, improve vascular function, support the maintenance of male erection, and improve sexual dysfunctions.

Clinical implications: Healthcare professionals might consider prescribing exercise for men with sexual dysfunction.

Conclusion: This systematic review provides evidence that physical activity practice improves sexual function.

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European Journal of Applied Physiology 医学-生理学

CiteScore

6.00

自引率

6.70%

发文量

227

审稿时长

3 months

期刊介绍： The European Journal of Applied Physiology (EJAP) aims to promote mechanistic advances in human integrative and translational physiology. Physiology is viewed broadly, having overlapping context with related disciplines such as biomechanics, biochemistry, endocrinology, ergonomics, immunology, motor control, and nutrition. EJAP welcomes studies dealing with physical exercise, training and performance. Studies addressing physiological mechanisms are preferred over descriptive studies. Papers dealing with animal models or pathophysiological conditions are not excluded from consideration, but must be clearly relevant to human physiology.