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ArticleLife (Basel, Switzerland)2024

Inflammation and Physical Performance in Overweight and Obese Schoolchildren.

Cristina Popescu, Daniela Matei, Anca Maria Amzolini, Magdalena Rodica Trăistaru

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Article in Life (Basel, Switzerland), 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 8 papers.

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Cristina PopescuDoctoral School, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 200349 Craiova, Romania.
Daniela MateiDepartment of Medical Rehabilitation, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 200349 Craiova, Romania.
Anca Maria AmzoliniDepartment of Medical Semiology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Craiova, 200349 Craiova, Romania.
Magdalena Rodica TrăistaruDepartment of Medical Rehabilitation, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 200349 Craiova, Romania.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Obesity represents a critical public health concern, often linked to low-grade chronic inflammation starting in childhood. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of a 12-week kinesiotherapy program on physical performance and levels of leptin and C-reactive protein (CRP) in overweight and obese children.

methodsConducted at the Filantropia Municipal Clinical Hospital, 160 children aged 6 to 15 were randomly assigned to a study group (SG, n = 80) and a control group (CG, n = 80). The SG engaged in a tailored kinesiotherapy program, while the CG maintained their usual activities. All children and their families learned five key principles for preventing and managing obesity.

resultsResults indicated significant improvements in the SG, with enhancements in the 6 min walking distance, Timed Up and Go test, and walking cadence (all

conclusionsThese findings suggest that targeted exercise programs can effectively enhance physical performance and reduce inflammation markers in overweight children, highlighting the importance of tailored interventions in managing obesity.

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children obesitykinesitherapy programphysical performancepro-inflammatory cytokines

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PMID39768291
PMCPMC11678139

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