Topic: Karolinska Institute

Physical Inactivity, Not Just Lack of Exercise, Harms Health

Modern Medicine - 733 days ago
Sedentary behavior and a lack of whole-body movement are independent predictors of increased mortality and increased incidence of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and cancer, regardless of level of physical exercise, according to an article published online Feb. 4 in the British Journal ...

Active Patients Get Better Outcome From Fusion

Modern Medicine - 978 days ago
Isthmic spondylolisthesis patients who undergo fusion have a better outcome if they are working prior to surgery, and male gender and regular exercise also contribute to a more favorable outcome, according to a study published in the May 15 issue of Spine.. ...