Effects of aerobic exercise on concussion-related symptoms: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials.

IF 1.5 4区医学 Q4 NEUROSCIENCES

Brain injury Pub Date : 2025-03-10 DOI:10.1080/02699052.2025.2476494

Anas R Alashram

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Abstract

Background: A concussion is a head injury that temporarily affects the brain and results in various symptoms affecting an individual's functioning. Aerobic exercise has the potential to aid in recovery after traumatic brain injury. This systematic review aims to investigate the effects of independent aerobic exercise on concussion-related symptoms, define the appropriate timing and optimal treatment parameters, and provide future recommendations for future research.

Methods: 'PubMed, SCOPUS, CINAHL, MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Web of Science' databases were searched from inception to February 15, 2024. The methodological quality of the studies included was judged using the 'Cochrane Collaboration tool.'

Results: In total, nine randomized controlled trials (n = 346), with 45% of participants being females, were involved in this analysis. Seven studies were classified as having 'high' quality, and two were categorized as 'moderate' quality according to the 'Cochrane Collaboration tool.' High-to-moderate-intensity aerobic exercise may improve concussion-related symptoms, especially if administered early in the acute stage of concussion.

Conclusions: The evidence supporting aerobic exercise for concussion-related symptoms is promising. Starting aerobic exercise when patients are medically stable might improve concussion-related symptoms. Regular supervised 20-minute high-to-moderate-intensity aerobic exercise sessions, 3-5 times a week in a safe and controlled environment, may alleviate concussion-related symptoms.

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有氧运动对脑震荡相关症状的影响：随机对照试验的系统回顾

背景：脑震荡是一种头部损伤，它会暂时影响大脑，并导致影响个人功能的各种症状。有氧运动有可能帮助创伤性脑损伤后的恢复。本系统综述旨在探讨独立有氧运动对脑震荡相关症状的影响，确定适当的时间和最佳治疗参数，并为未来的研究提供建议。方法：检索PubMed、SCOPUS、CINAHL、MEDLINE、EMBASE、Web of Science等数据库，检索时间为建站至2024年2月15日。纳入研究的方法学质量使用Cochrane协作工具进行评判。结果：本分析共涉及9项随机对照试验（n = 346），其中45%的参与者为女性。根据“Cochrane协作工具”，七项研究被归类为“高”质量，两项被归类为“中等”质量。高到中等强度的有氧运动可以改善脑震荡相关症状，特别是在脑震荡急性期早期进行。结论：支持有氧运动治疗脑震荡相关症状的证据是有希望的。在病人病情稳定时开始有氧运动可能会改善脑震荡相关症状。定期在监督下进行20分钟的高至中等强度有氧运动，每周3-5次，在安全可控的环境中进行，可减轻脑震荡相关症状。

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Brain injury 医学-康复医学

CiteScore

3.50

自引率

5.30%

发文量

148

审稿时长

12 months

期刊介绍： Brain Injury publishes critical information relating to research and clinical practice, adult and pediatric populations. The journal covers a full range of relevant topics relating to clinical, translational, and basic science research. Manuscripts address emergency and acute medical care, acute and post-acute rehabilitation, family and vocational issues, and long-term supports. Coverage includes assessment and interventions for functional, communication, neurological and psychological disorders.