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Exercise Physiology in Community Sports.

Meet Zac, Accredited Exercise Physiologist at @inspirehealthservices. 
In this video, Zac talks about the focus of exercise physiology when it comes to community sports: 👉 Effective strength and conditioning programs in the off season. 👉 Design plans, alter training programs, execute appropriate rehabilitation protocols for injury management during seasons. For more expert advice, head to our website. Link in bio. ✨

A study by RCSI indicates that exercise is probably the most effective short-term treatment for depression in people with coronary heart disease, when compared to antidepressants and psychotherapy or more complex care. 🚲⁠
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The study, led by researchers at RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences, is published in the June edition of Psychosomatic Medicine.⁠
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This is the first systematic review to compare treatments for depression in those with coronary disease and the findings provides valuable clinical information to help doctors determine the best treatment plan for patients. ❤️⁠
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The researchers reviewed treatment trials which investigated antidepressants, psychotherapy, exercise, combined psychotherapy and antidepressants, and collaborative care (i.e. treatments devised by a multidisciplinary team of clinicians with input from the patient).⁠
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The strongest treatment effects were found to be exercise and combination treatments (antidepressants and psychotherapy). However, as the combination study results have a high risk of bias, the findings of the review suggest that exercise is probably the most effective treatment.

A study by RCSI indicates that exercise is probably the most effective short-term treatment for depression in people with coronary heart disease, when compared to antidepressants and psychotherapy or more complex care. 🚲⁠ ⁠ The study, led by researchers at RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences, is published in the June edition of Psychosomatic Medicine.⁠ ⁠ This is the first systematic review to compare treatments for depression in those with coronary disease and the findings provides valuable clinical information to help doctors determine the best treatment plan for patients. ❤️⁠ ⁠ The researchers reviewed treatment trials which investigated antidepressants, psychotherapy, exercise, combined psychotherapy and antidepressants, and collaborative care (i.e. treatments devised by a multidisciplinary team of clinicians with input from the patient).⁠ ⁠ The strongest treatment effects were found to be exercise and combination treatments (antidepressants and psychotherapy). However, as the combination study results have a high risk of bias, the findings of the review suggest that exercise is probably the most effective treatment. 🏃🏻‍♀️

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and with over 20,000 people estimated to be diagnosed in 2021, breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in Australia. ⁠
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Being diagnosed with breast cancer is overwhelming and exercise is probably the last thing on your mind... but the research suggests that perhaps it shouldn't be. ⁠
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Exercise (prescribed by a qualified professional) can help with many of the symptoms and side effects of treatment, and can also help to improve treatment outcomes.⁠
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It's important to note that exercise MUST be prescribed by a health professional, like an Accredited Exercise Physiologist, who understands the complexities of exercising during chemotherapy and radiation treatment. If a mastectomy is required, they can also help you to move safely as you recover from surgery.⁠
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and with over 20,000 people estimated to be diagnosed in 2021, breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in Australia. ⁠ ⁠ Being diagnosed with breast cancer is overwhelming and exercise is probably the last thing on your mind... but the research suggests that perhaps it shouldn't be. ⁠ ⁠ Exercise (prescribed by a qualified professional) can help with many of the symptoms and side effects of treatment, and can also help to improve treatment outcomes.⁠ ⁠ It's important to note that exercise MUST be prescribed by a health professional, like an Accredited Exercise Physiologist, who understands the complexities of exercising during chemotherapy and radiation treatment. If a mastectomy is required, they can also help you to move safely as you recover from surgery.⁠ ⁠ #ExerciseRight #BreastCancerAwareness