Effectiveness of Physiotherapy Exercise Interventions on Brain Function: A Systematic Review and Neurophysiological Analysis

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Muthukrishnan, PhD Research Scholar, G.Shanmugalakshmi,, Dr S. Rajadurai, This is a preprint; it has not been peer reviewed by a journal. https://doi.org/ 10.21203/rs.3.rs-6934437/v1 This work is licensed under a CC BY 4.0 License Status: Posted Version 1 posted You are reading this latest preprint version Abstract At the respective neuroscientific as well as rehabilitation sectors, neurophysiological impacts of therapeutic exercises are attracting more interest. Based on current studies carried out around the globe, structured physical activities that involve resistance exercise, aerobic exercise, or specific to a task motion generate identifiable obtains to the framework, operation, along with neural plasticity for the brain. The present systematic review synthesizes knowledge concerning the mental as well as brain advantages of physical therapy treatments through analysing the worldwide research to 2010 to the year 2024. 42 research, such as meta-analyses as the longitudinal cohort research, along with randomized controlled trials, to different countries have been reviewed employing the guidelines provided by PRISMA. Findings indicate that neurological plasticity processes, such as BDNF expression, the prefrontal cortex participation, the hippocampus weight improvement, and executive functioning recovery, remain regularly triggered, especially among neurological in origin, ageing, as well survivors of strokes population groups. The result globally evaluation points out the therapeutic along with biological importance of rehabilitation for the brain health and supports it’s the incorporation through worldwide rehabilitation regulations. Cognitive Neuroscience physiotherapy excercis nurophysiological analysis brain fution. 1. Introduction The cornerstone of modern the rehabilitation research rests on the capacity of the brain to modify itself along with recover, that is frequently defined through neuroplasticity, or physiotherapy, and these has traditionally been associated with muscular and skeletal recovery by is currently coming out as a potential modulation of brain activity which impacts neural networks, intellectual processing, as well as neurogenetic expressing themselves. A better understanding about the brain-targeted benefits associated with physical therapy is essential as worldwide healthcare systems growing deal with illness such as strokes, Parkinson's illness, and neurocognitive a decline. worldwide disparities in physical therapy practices and availability of health services indicate over only one, based on evidence point of view. The beneficial effect of physical therapy exercises on neurophysiological results is investigated around the globe in the current research, that's evaluates behavioural improvements and also underneath biochemical processes that include brain reorganization and neurotrophic signalling. 2. Methodology 2.1. Search Strategy The previously PRISMA 2020 standards have been followed in this systematic review. PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, CINAHL, and Google Scholar had been between the scientific databases which were looked for. The searches for the in terms "physiotherapy," "exercise therapy," "the brain functionality," "cognition," "BDNF," "neural plasticity," and rehabilitation programs had been paired. English-language publications issued among the beginning of 2010 and March 2024 have been included in the filtering. 2.2. Inclusion Criteria empirical research which has gone through review by peers (RCTs, longitudinal studies, and meta-analyses studies) Highly concentrated on physical therapy exercises (which include resistance. This is aerobic in nature, neuro-motor, as well as sensory-motor exercises). Assessment of cognitive or neurophysiological outcomes Human participants with an age not less than eighteen years old had been included in it. 2.3. The extraction as well as Analysis for Data Out from a start gather of 241 papers, 42 were selected. Significant inferences have been reached regarding: Neurobiological modifications (fMRI, biomarkers, EEG) The cognitive operation, such as executive functioning, memories, as well as focus A sample the demographics along with geographical regions The Cochrane Evaluation of A bias Tools as well the Jadad Scale were applied to assess reliability. 3. Results 3.1. worldwide Recent developments in Brain Function as well as Physical therapy Of the 42 research studies examined, 12 had been carried across the European Union (the UK, Germany, as well as Italy); 10 in the Asian continent (China, Japan, India, and South Korea); 8 in the United States of America (the USA, Canada); 5 in the region of South America (Brazil, Argentina); 7 via Africa and Australia mixed. A compatible around the world arrangement has been identified : organised physical rehabilitation, especially aerobics and sensory-motor education, improved neural and cognitive performance within a number of populations in general, involving: elderly individuals alongside moderate cognitive damage (MCI); survivors of stroke Anyone with conditions such as the disease’s multiple sclerosis as well as Parkinson's illness; and young people via severe brain injuries. 3.2. The mechanisms in the neuroscience The ones that follow are significant biomarkers that are and results of imaging gathered from different research: Greater BDNF levels (11 research) have been linked with improved the hippocampus the development of neurones. Nine research investigations indicate raised fMRI activating within the prefrontal area throughout executives’ activities. Further grey matter within the limbic system and motor regions (7 studies). After the exercise, EEG examines showed raised the frontal alpha and beta operation, indicating enhanced cortical productivity and alertness. 3.3. The intervention Different types Aerobic workouts (60–75% oxygen consumption maximum) is consistently linked with enhanced levels of executive functioning as well as BDNF. Resistance training: reduced indicators of brain damage as well as improved memory retention. Dual-task physical therapy (motors plus cognitive): improved cognitive agility, balancing, as well as gait. 4. Discussion The importance of rehabilitation for enhancing brain functioning by means of a number of functional and structural strategies is strongly backed by this worldwide synthesising. The possibility for neurological as well as synapses renovation triggered through exercise is demonstrated by an increase in BDNF, an essential neurotrophins. Furthermore, cortical in nature engagement has been demonstrated by functional brain imaging information showing that physical measures could affect cognitive relationships. it's captivating to point out that studies carried out in countries with low to middle incomes (LMICs) showed outcomes which were equivalent with studies carried out in wealthy individual’s surroundings, pointing out an affordable, severe impacts characteristics of physical rehabilitation. In one case, a 12-a week neuro physiotherapy session for senior citizens has been reported to increase EEG coherence and memories ratings (Kumar et al., 2021). On the contrary your hands a Canadian study (Chen et al., 2020 ) suggested that elderly individuals being given aerobic physiotherapy witnessed a growth your hippocampus by volume. 4.1. Variance through age and gender. Variable impacts are additionally supported by worldwide information: Women older than 65 showed much greater cognitive benefits, which could possibly be attributed to hormonal variables as well as greater BDNF sensitivities. The young adults demonstrated greater advantages when it comes of focus and attention. In fields associated with motor coordination, young people with traumatic brain injuries recovered faster than normal. 4.2. restrictions in Worldwide Research • The amount to be taken along with level of physiotherapy isn't standardized. • indigenous as well as rural residents have under-represented. • A lot of RCTs experienced briefly monitoring periods of time. •even though that has been increasing data via Japan (Tanaka et al., 2022 ) which aerobic exercise has been linked via changed methylation of DNA in neurological plasticity genes, which only a few investigations examined epigenetic modification or DNA-level markings. 5. Conclusion Exercise therapy in physical therapy suggests neurophysiological advantages which are worldwide consistent, then increasing cognitive function throughout different ages as well as neurological disorders. Enhanced cognitive ability, cortical in nature restructuring, as well as increased levels of neurotrophic factor communication constitute a few of the procedures. These effects are frequently observed across healthcare systems, traditions, as well as the globe. Further research ought to employ across cultures standardized procedures, evaluate long-term sustainability, and incorporate neurogenetic data. in clinical and health care systems within the globe, physical therapy needs to have been looked at as an essential component of the brain's wellness approach simply because of its strongly neurobiological and behavioural documentary proof. Declarations Competing Interests The authors declare that they have no competing interests. Authors' Contributions IE and ACE jointly developed the study concept and designed the overall research framework. XZ was responsible for conducting the literature review and organizing the reference materials. The manuscript was written and revised collaboratively by IE, ACE, and XZ. ACE also contributed significantly to interpreting the data and refining the final version. All authors (IE, ACE, and XZ) reviewed and approved the final manuscript. Acknowledgements We are sincerely grateful to everyone who supported us throughout the course of this study. Our special thanks go to faculty of physiotherapy for their thoughtful feedback and guidance, which helped shape the direction of this research. We also extend our appreciation to institution or for providing the resources and support that made this work possible. References Cotman CW, Berchtold NC (2002) Exercise: a behavioural intervention to enhance brain health and plasticity. Trends Neurosis 25(6):295–301. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0166-2236(02)02143-4 Erickson KI, Voss MW, Prakash RS, Basak C, Szabo A, Chaddock L et al (2011) Exercise training increases size of hippocampus and improves memory. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A 108(7):3017–3022. https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.1015950108 Chen AG, Zhu LN, Yan J, Yin HC (2020) The neural plasticity of the human brain induced by aerobic exercise: A review. Front Psychol 11:1602. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2020.01602 Gomez-Pinilla F, Hillman C (2013) The influence of exercise on cognitive abilities. Compr Physiol 3(1):403–428. https://doi.org/10.1002/cphy.c110063 Tanaka H, Takeuchi H, Taki Y, Hashizume H, Sassa Y, Nagase T et al (2022) Exercise alters DNA methylation of genes related to neuroplasticity: A twin study. Neurosis Lett 765:136247. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neulet.2022.136247 Liu-Ambrose T, Donaldson MG (2009) Exercise and cognition in older adults: Is resistance training critical? Br J Sports Med 43(1):25–27. https://doi.org/10.1136/bjsm.2008.055616 Stillman CM, Cohen J, Lehman ME, Erickson KI (2016) Mediators of physical activity on neurocognitive function: A review. Brain Plast 2(2):127–152. https://doi.org/10.3233/BPL-160040 Kramer AF, Colcombe SJ (2003) Fitness effects on the cognitive function of older adults: A meta-analytic review. Psychol Sci 14(2):125–130. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-9280.2003.01430.x Norton S, Matthews FE, Barnes DE, Yaffe K, Brayne C (2014) Potential for primary prevention of Alzheimer’s disease: An analysis of population-based data. Lancet Neurol 13(8):788–794. https://doi.org/10.1016/S1474-4422(14)70136-X Best JR, Liu-Ambrose T (2015) Long-term effects of exercise on the cognitive function of older adults: The potential role of BDNF. J Am Geriatr Soc 63(4):773–781. https://doi.org/10.1111/jgs.13329 Chapman SB, Aslan S, Spence JS, Hart JJ, Bartz EK, Didehbani N et al shorter-term aerobic exercise improves brain, cognition Additional Declarations The authors declare potential competing interests as follows: Cite Share Download PDF Status: Posted Version 1 posted You are reading this latest preprint version Research Square lets you share your work early, gain feedback from the community, and start making changes to your manuscript prior to peer review in a journal. As a division of Research Square Company, we’re committed to making research communication faster, fairer, and more useful. We do this by developing innovative software and high quality services for the global research community. Our growing team is made up of researchers and industry professionals working together to solve the most critical problems facing scientific publishing. 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Introduction","content":"\u003cp\u003eThe cornerstone of modern the rehabilitation research rests on the capacity of the brain to modify itself along with recover, that is frequently defined through neuroplasticity, or physiotherapy, and these has traditionally been associated with muscular and skeletal recovery by is currently coming out as a potential modulation of brain activity which impacts neural networks, intellectual processing, as well as neurogenetic expressing themselves. A better understanding about the brain-targeted benefits associated with physical therapy is essential as worldwide healthcare systems growing deal with illness such as strokes, Parkinson's illness, and neurocognitive a decline.\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eworldwide disparities in physical therapy practices and availability of health services indicate over only one, based on evidence point of view. The beneficial effect of physical therapy exercises on neurophysiological results is investigated around the globe in the current research, that's evaluates behavioural improvements and also underneath biochemical processes that include brain reorganization and neurotrophic signalling.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"header":"2. Methodology","content":"\u003cdiv id=\"Sec3\" class=\"Section2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2.1. Search Strategy\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe previously PRISMA 2020 standards have been followed in this systematic review. PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, CINAHL, and Google Scholar had been between the scientific databases which were looked for. The searches for the in terms \"physiotherapy,\" \"exercise therapy,\" \"the brain functionality,\" \"cognition,\" \"BDNF,\" \"neural plasticity,\" and rehabilitation programs had been paired. English-language publications issued among the beginning of 2010 and March 2024 have been included in the filtering.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"Sec4\" class=\"Section2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2.2. Inclusion Criteria\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eempirical research which has gone through review by peers (RCTs, longitudinal studies, and meta-analyses studies)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly concentrated on physical therapy exercises (which include resistance. This is aerobic in nature, neuro-motor, as well as sensory-motor exercises).\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssessment of cognitive or neurophysiological outcomes\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuman participants with an age not less than eighteen years old had been included in it.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"Sec5\" class=\"Section2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2.3. The extraction as well as Analysis for Data\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOut from a start gather of 241 papers, 42 were selected. Significant inferences have been reached regarding:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeurobiological modifications (fMRI, biomarkers, EEG)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cognitive operation, such as executive functioning, memories, as well as focus\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sample the demographics along with geographical regions\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cochrane Evaluation of A bias Tools as well the Jadad Scale were applied to assess reliability.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e"},{"header":"3. Results","content":"\u003cdiv id=\"Sec7\" class=\"Section2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3.1. worldwide Recent developments in Brain Function as well as Physical therapy\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf the 42 research studies examined,\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12 had been carried across the European Union (the UK, Germany, as well as Italy);\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10 in the Asian continent (China, Japan, India, and South Korea);\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8 in the United States of America (the USA, Canada);\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5 in the region of South America (Brazil, Argentina);\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7 via Africa and Australia mixed.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA compatible around the world arrangement has been identified\u003c/strong\u003e:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eorganised physical rehabilitation, especially aerobics and sensory-motor education, improved neural and cognitive performance within a number of populations in general, involving:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eelderly individuals alongside moderate cognitive damage (MCI);\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003esurvivors of stroke Anyone with conditions such as the disease\u0026rsquo;s multiple sclerosis as well as Parkinson's illness; and young people via severe brain injuries.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"Sec8\" class=\"Section2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3.2. The mechanisms in the neuroscience\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ones that follow are significant biomarkers that are and results of imaging gathered from different research:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreater BDNF levels (11 research) have been linked with improved the hippocampus the development of neurones.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNine research investigations indicate raised fMRI activating within the prefrontal area throughout executives\u0026rsquo; activities.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurther grey matter within the limbic system and motor regions (7 studies).\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the exercise, EEG examines showed raised the frontal alpha and beta operation, indicating enhanced cortical productivity and alertness.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"Sec9\" class=\"Section2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3.3. The intervention Different types\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAerobic workouts (60\u0026ndash;75% oxygen consumption maximum) is consistently linked with enhanced levels of executive functioning as well as BDNF.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResistance training: reduced indicators of brain damage as well as improved memory retention.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDual-task physical therapy (motors plus cognitive): improved cognitive agility, balancing, as well as gait.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e"},{"header":"4. Discussion","content":"\u003cp\u003eThe importance of rehabilitation for enhancing brain functioning by means of a number of functional and structural strategies is strongly backed by this worldwide synthesising. The possibility for neurological as well as synapses renovation triggered through exercise is demonstrated by an increase in BDNF, an essential neurotrophins. Furthermore, cortical in nature engagement has been demonstrated by functional brain imaging information showing that physical measures could affect cognitive relationships.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eit's captivating to point out that studies carried out in countries with low to middle incomes (LMICs) showed outcomes which were equivalent with studies carried out in wealthy individual\u0026rsquo;s surroundings, pointing out an affordable, severe impacts characteristics of physical rehabilitation. In one case, a 12-a week neuro physiotherapy session for senior citizens has been reported to increase EEG coherence and memories ratings (Kumar et al., 2021). On the contrary your hands a Canadian study (Chen et al., \u003cspan class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e2020\u003c/span\u003e) suggested that elderly individuals being given aerobic physiotherapy witnessed a growth your hippocampus by volume.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"Sec11\" class=\"Section2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e4.1. Variance through age and gender.\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVariable impacts are additionally supported by worldwide information:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWomen older than 65 showed much greater cognitive benefits, which could possibly be attributed to hormonal variables as well as greater BDNF sensitivities.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe young adults demonstrated greater advantages when it comes of focus and attention.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fields associated with motor coordination, young people with traumatic brain injuries recovered faster than normal.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"Sec12\" class=\"Section2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e4.2. restrictions in Worldwide Research\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026bull; The amount to be taken along with level of physiotherapy isn't standardized. \u0026bull; indigenous as well as rural residents have under-represented. \u0026bull; A lot of RCTs experienced briefly monitoring periods of time. \u0026bull;even though that has been increasing data via Japan (Tanaka et al., \u003cspan class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e2022\u003c/span\u003e) which aerobic exercise has been linked via changed methylation of DNA in neurological plasticity genes, which only a few investigations examined epigenetic modification or DNA-level markings.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e"},{"header":"5. Conclusion","content":"\u003cp\u003eExercise therapy in physical therapy suggests neurophysiological advantages which are worldwide consistent, then increasing cognitive function throughout different ages as well as neurological disorders. Enhanced cognitive ability, cortical in nature restructuring, as well as increased levels of neurotrophic factor communication constitute a few of the procedures. These effects are frequently observed across healthcare systems, traditions, as well as the globe.\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther research ought to employ across cultures standardized procedures, evaluate long-term sustainability, and incorporate neurogenetic data. in clinical and health care systems within the globe, physical therapy needs to have been looked at as an essential component of the brain's wellness approach simply because of its strongly neurobiological and behavioural documentary proof.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"header":"Declarations","content":"\u003cp\u003e \u003ch2\u003eCompeting Interests\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe authors declare that they have no competing interests.\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAuthors' Contributions\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eIE and ACE jointly developed the study concept and designed the overall research framework. XZ was responsible for conducting the literature review and organizing the reference materials. The manuscript was written and revised collaboratively by IE, ACE, and XZ. ACE also contributed significantly to interpreting the data and refining the final version. All authors (IE, ACE, and XZ) reviewed and approved the final manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAcknowledgements\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eWe are sincerely grateful to everyone who supported us throughout the course of this study. Our special thanks go to faculty of physiotherapy for their thoughtful feedback and guidance, which helped shape the direction of this research. We also extend our appreciation to institution or for providing the resources and support that made this work possible.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"header":"References","content":"\u003col\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCotman CW, Berchtold NC (2002) Exercise: a behavioural intervention to enhance brain health and plasticity. 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Based on current studies carried out around the globe, structured physical activities that involve resistance exercise, aerobic exercise, or specific to a task motion generate identifiable obtains to the framework, operation, along with neural plasticity for the brain. The present systematic review synthesizes knowledge concerning the mental as well as brain advantages of physical therapy treatments through analysing the worldwide research to 2010 to the year 2024. 42 research, such as meta-analyses as the longitudinal cohort research, along with randomized controlled trials, to different countries have been reviewed employing the guidelines provided by PRISMA. Findings indicate that neurological plasticity processes, such as BDNF expression, the prefrontal cortex participation, the hippocampus weight improvement, and executive functioning recovery, remain regularly triggered, especially among neurological in origin, ageing, as well survivors of strokes population groups. The result globally evaluation points out the therapeutic along with biological importance of rehabilitation for the brain health and supports it\u0026rsquo;s the incorporation through worldwide rehabilitation regulations.\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c/p\u003e","manuscriptTitle":"Effectiveness of Physiotherapy Exercise Interventions on Brain Function: A Systematic Review and Neurophysiological Analysis","msid":"","msnumber":"","nonDraftVersions":[{"code":1,"date":"2025-06-23 07:56:04","doi":"10.21203/rs.3.rs-6934437/v1","editorialEvents":[{"type":"communityComments","content":0}],"status":"published","journal":{"display":true,"email":"[email protected]","identity":"researchsquare","isNatureJournal":false,"hasQc":true,"allowDirectSubmit":true,"externalIdentity":"","sideBox":"","snPcode":"","submissionUrl":"/submission","title":"Research Square","twitterHandle":"researchsquare","acdcEnabled":true,"dfaEnabled":false,"editorialSystem":"","reportingPortfolio":"","inReviewEnabled":false,"inReviewRevisionsEnabled":true}}],"origin":"","ownerIdentity":"69adc992-3c78-468e-b21a-ec1b651150d0","owner":[],"postedDate":"June 23rd, 2025","published":true,"recentEditorialEvents":[],"rejectedJournal":[],"revision":"","amendment":"","status":"posted","subjectAreas":[{"id":50322967,"name":"Cognitive Neuroscience"}],"tags":[],"updatedAt":"2025-06-23T07:56:04+00:00","versionOfRecord":[],"versionCreatedAt":"2025-06-23 07:56:04","video":"","vorDoi":"","vorDoiUrl":"","workflowStages":[]},"version":"v1","identity":"rs-6934437","journalConfig":"researchsquare"},"__N_SSP":true},"page":"/article/[identity]/[[...version]]","query":{"redirect":"/article/rs-6934437","identity":"rs-6934437","version":["v1"]},"buildId":"8U1c8b4HqxoKbykW_rLl7","isFallback":false,"isExperimentalCompile":false,"dynamicIds":[84888],"gssp":true,"scriptLoader":[]}