The Efficacy of Stretching Exercises on Arterial Stiffness in Middle-Aged and Older Adults: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized and Non-Randomized Controlled Trials

Background: Aerobic exercise is known to reduce arterial stiffness; however, high-intensity resistance exercise is associated with increased arterial stiffness. Stretching exercises are another exercise modality, and their effect on arterial stiffness remains unclear. The purpose of this study was t...

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Main Authors: Michitaka Kato, Fumi Nihei Green, Kazuki Hotta, Toshiya Tsukamoto, Yasunari Kurita, Akira Kubo, Hisato Takagi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-08-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/17/16/5643