Exploring the relationship between trunk flexibility and arterial stiffness measured by pulse wave velocity: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Abstract
As individuals age, the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) increases, largely due to progressive stiffening of the arteries. This relationship underscores the critical need to monitor arterial stiffness as a predictor of CVD outcomes. While aerobic exercise has demonstrated benefits for vascular health, the influence of flexibility, particularly trunk flexibility, on arterial stiffness remains underexplored. Thus, this study aimed to analyse the overall relationship between trunk flexibility and arterial stiffness across different age groups (young, middle-aged, and older adults) and according to sex.
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Research summary
The paper explores the relationship between trunk flexibility and arterial stiffness, which is relevant to cardiovascular health and aging. However, it primarily focuses on a specific aspect of physical fitness rather than addressing root causes of aging or lifespan extension. The findings may contribute to understanding factors influencing cardiovascular disease risk in older adults, but the impact is limited as it does not present groundbreaking insights or solutions to aging itself.
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