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Ji M, Li R, Xu Y. Meta-analysis of the effect of different exercise modalities in the prevention and treatment of perinatal depression. J Affect Disord 2024; 350:442-451. [PMID: 38228277 DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2024.01.076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2023] [Revised: 12/24/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 01/18/2024]
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BACKGROUND The incidence of perinatal depression is increasing and has become a global public health problem to be addressed. OBJECTIVE To explore the prevention and treatment effects of different exercise methods on perinatal depression. METHODS A meta-analysis was conducted by searching databases for published "exercise interventions for perinatal depression "related randomized controlled trials, up to July 20, 2022. RESULTS 48 randomized controlled trials were included, with a total of 5282 pregnant women. (1) Exercise prevention of prenatal depression has a low effective stress intervention effect, ranking from high to low as yoga, aerobic+resistance. (2) Exercise therapy for prenatal depression has a significant intervention effect, followed by gymnastics, pelvic floor muscle training, aerobic exercise, aerobic+resistance, and yoga. (3) Exercise prevention of postpartum depression has a low effective intervention effect, followed by yoga, aerobic exercise, aerobic+resistance, and gymnastics. (4) Exercise has a moderate equivalent stress intervention effect on treating postpartum depression, followed by aerobic exercise, water exercise, yoga, fertility dance, and stroller walking. LIMITATIONS Due to the small number of included literature on single exercise modalities, and maternity is a special population, most of the trial procedures included in the text were not blinded, which has a certain risk of bias and affects the accuracy of the Meta-analysis results. CONCLUSIONS The therapeutic effect of exercise in the prevention and treatment of perinatal depression is superior to the preventive effect, and the effect of prenatal prevention and treatment is better than that of postpartum, with a moderate effect.
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- Moufang Ji
- Postdoctoral Station of Physical Education, Central China Normal University, Wuhan, China; School of Physical Education, Hunan Institute of Science and Technology, Yueyang, China
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- School of Physical Education, Hunan Institute of Science and Technology, Yueyang, China
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- School of Physical Education, Jianghan University, Wuhan, China.
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Battle CL, Schofield CA, Kraines MA, Abrantes AM. Acceptability, feasibility, and preliminary efficacy of a prenatal walking program for depressed pregnant women. JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS REPORTS 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jadr.2023.100513] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/07/2023] Open
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He L, Soh KL, Huang F, Khaza'ai H, Geok SK, Vorasiha P, Chen A, Ma J. The impact of physical activity intervention on perinatal depression: A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Affect Disord 2023; 321:304-319. [PMID: 36374719 DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2022.10.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2022] [Revised: 09/23/2022] [Accepted: 10/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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BACKGROUND No meta-analysis has analyzed the effect of physical activity level, period of physical activity intervention, and duration of intervention, on perinatal depression. This study was to evaluate the impact of physical activity intensity, dose, period, and duration on perinatal depression. METHODS The literature was searched via the PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science databases. Weighted mean difference (WMD) or the risk ratio (RR) was used as the effect indicator, and the effect size was represented by the 95 % confidence interval (CI). Subgroup analysis based on the perinatal stage, physical activity intensity, physical activity equivalent, and intervention duration was performed. RESULTS Totally, 35 studies including 5084 women were included. Physical activity could reduce the incidence and severity of depression in perinatal women. Among depressed women with prenatal depression, low-intensity physical activity, with metabolic equivalents (METs)-min/week being <450, was associated with lower levels of depression. In the general population, the risk of postpartum depression was lower in the physical activity group when the duration of intervention was ≥12 weeks, being II, III stage, and ≥450 METs-min/week. Both low and moderate-intensity physical activity were beneficial to an improved depression severity among depressed women with postpartum depression, and moderate exercise intervention could decrease the risk of postpartum depression in general pregnant women. LIMITATIONS Different types of physical activities may affect the effectiveness of interventions. CONCLUSION Our study indicated physical activity specifically targeted at pregnant women could reduce depression risk and severity.
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- Liping He
- Department of Nursing and Rehabilitations, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia; Department of Nursing, Chang Zhi Medical College, Changzhi 046000, PR China.
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- Department of Nursing and Rehabilitations, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia.
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- School of nursing, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou 350000, PR China
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- Department of Biomedical Science, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Sport Studies, Faculty of Education, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia
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- College of Nursing and Health, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Bangkok 10300, Thailand
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- Department of Nursing, Chang Zhi Medical College, Changzhi 046000, PR China
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- Department of Nursing, Chang Zhi Medical College, Changzhi 046000, PR China
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Jihed A, Ben Rejeb M, Said Laatiri H, Zedini C, Mallouli M, Mtiraoui A. Prevalence and associated factors of perinatal depression among working pregnant women: a hospital-based cross-sectional study. Libyan J Med 2022; 17:2114182. [PMID: 36000708 PMCID: PMC9415599 DOI: 10.1080/19932820.2022.2114182] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Perinatal depression is a major public health problem having serious negative impacts on personal, family, and child developmental outcomes. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of major depressive disorder (MDD) and its associated factors in working pregnant women. This descriptive, cross-sectional study was performed on 389 working pregnant women enrolled from four Tunisian public maternity hospitals. Data collection tools were the sociodemographic, obstetric, family relationships, and work environment questionnaire, and the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale (CES-D). The mean score of depression was 27.39 ± 6.97 and 76.1% of women had major depressive symptoms using cutoff points on the CES-D ≥ 23. Family income, diagnosis with a chronic illness, history of depression, and employment categories were associated with major depressive symptoms. In multivariate analyses, family income and work posture were significantly associated with MDD. These results suggest an increased burden of MDD during pregnancy in Tunisian women. Prevention, early detection, and interventions are needed to reduce the prevalence of perinatal depression.
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- Abdallah Jihed
- Center for Evidence into Public Health Policy (C4EPH), Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, University of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Center for Evidence into Public Health Policy (C4EPH), Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, University of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Center for Evidence into Public Health Policy (C4EPH), Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, University of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Center for Evidence into Public Health Policy (C4EPH), Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, University of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia.,Laboratory of Research LR12ES03, Department of Community and Family Health, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, University of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Center for Evidence into Public Health Policy (C4EPH), Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, University of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia.,Laboratory of Research LR12ES03, Department of Community and Family Health, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, University of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Center for Evidence into Public Health Policy (C4EPH), Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, University of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia.,Laboratory of Research LR12ES03, Department of Community and Family Health, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, University of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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Silva-Jose C, Nagpal TS, Coterón J, Barakat R, Mottola MF. The 'new normal' includes online prenatal exercise: exploring pregnant women's experiences during the pandemic and the role of virtual group fitness on maternal mental health. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2022; 22:251. [PMID: 35337280 PMCID: PMC8953965 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-022-04587-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2021] [Accepted: 02/11/2022] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Prenatal anxiety and depressive symptoms have significantly increased since the onset of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic In addition, home confinement regulations have caused a drastic increase in time spent sedentary. Online group fitness classes may be an effective strategy that can increase maternal physical activity levels and improve mental health outcomes by providing an opportunity for social connectedness. The present study explores the experiences of pregnant women who participated in an online group exercise program during the pandemic and identifies relationships with maternal mental health and well-being. In addition, we present person-informed recommendations on how to improve the delivery of future online prenatal exercise programs. METHODS Semi-structured interviews were conducted with pregnant women (8-39 weeks of pregnancy) who participated in an online group exercise program, from March to October 2020 in Spain. A phenomenological approach was taken, and open-ended questions were asked to understand women's experiences throughout the pandemic and the role the online exercise classes may have had on their physical activity levels, mental health, and other health behaviours such as diet. A thematic analysis was performed to evaluate data. In addition, women completed the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory and these data supplemented qualitative findings. RESULTS Twenty-four women were interviewed, and the anxiety scores were on average 32.23 ± 9.31, ranging from low to moderate levels. Thematic analysis revealed that women felt safe exercising from home, an increased availability of time to schedule a structured exercise class, and consequently an improvement in their adherence to the program and other behaviours (i.e., healthier diet). Women emphasized feeling connected to other pregnant women when they exercised online together, and overall, this had a positive effect on their mental well-being. Women suggested that future online exercise programs should include flexible options, detailed instructions and facilitation by a qualified exercise professional. CONCLUSION Pregnant women are receptive to online group exercise classes and expressed that they are an accessible option to accommodating physical activity during the pandemic. In addition, the online group environment provides an important sense of connectivity among pregnant women exercising together and this may mitigate the detrimental effect of COVID-19 on maternal mental health.
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- Kinesiology, Faculty of Applied Health Sciences, Brock University St. Catharines, St. Catharines, Canada
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- AFIPE Research Group, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Madrid, Spain.
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- AFIPE Research Group, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- School of Kinesiology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Western Ontario, London, Canada.,Children's Health Research Institute, University of Western Ontario, London, Canada.,Department of Anatomy & Cell Biology, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Western Ontario, London, Canada
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Silva-Jose C, Sánchez-Polán M, Diaz-Blanco Á, Coterón J, Barakat R, Refoyo I. Effectiveness of a Virtual Exercise Program During COVID-19 Confinement on Blood Pressure Control in Healthy Pregnant Women. Front Physiol 2021; 12:645136. [PMID: 33776798 PMCID: PMC7988209 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2021.645136] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2020] [Accepted: 02/17/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The situation caused by COVID-19 has led to movement restrictions for the majority of the population due to the confinement established by the health authorities. This new situation has changed people's habits and significantly affected the pregnant population. Decreased exercise and increased psychophysical stress are associated with excessive weight gain, diabetes, and gestational cardiovascular complications that affect the mother, fetus, and newborn. Recent research shows that the dynamics of maternal blood pressure is one of the most important control factors during pregnancy. Thus, prevention of these type of pathologies through interventions without maternal-fetal risks is important. OBJECTIVES To examine the influence of a virtual exercise program on maternal blood pressure during pregnancy. MATERIALS AND METHODS A randomized clinical trial design was used (NCT04563065). Data from 72 pregnant women without obstetric contraindications under confinement conditions in the Madrid area were collected. Women were randomly assigned to the intervention (IG) or control group (CG). They previously signed informed consent forms. A moderate exercise program was performed as an intervention from 8-10 to 38-39 weeks of pregnancy. Systolic (SBP) and diastolic (DBP) maternal blood pressure were measured during the first, second and third trimesters of pregnancy, as well as before and immediately after delivery in both study groups. RESULTS No differences in systolic and diastolic blood pressure during the first, second and third trimesters were found between groups. Significant differences in SBP were found immediately before delivery (IG = 119.83 ± 10.16 vs. CG = 125.6 ± 10.91; p = 0.047) and immediately after delivery (IG = 115.00 ± 11.18 vs. CG = 122.24 ± 15.71; p = 0.045). CONCLUSIONS Results show lower SBP values for the IG during delivery than CG. A virtual exercise program throughout pregnancy during COVID-19 confinement can help to control systolic blood pressure before and immediately after delivery in healthy pregnant women.
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- Cristina Silva-Jose
- Actividad Físico-Deportiva en Poblaciones Específicas (AFIPE) Research Group, Facultad de Ciencias de la Actividad Física y el Deporte, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- Actividad Físico-Deportiva en Poblaciones Específicas (AFIPE) Research Group, Facultad de Ciencias de la Actividad Física y el Deporte, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- Servicio de Obstetricia y Ginecología, Hospital Universitario Severo Ochoa, Leganés, Madrid, Spain
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- Actividad Físico-Deportiva en Poblaciones Específicas (AFIPE) Research Group, Facultad de Ciencias de la Actividad Física y el Deporte, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- Actividad Físico-Deportiva en Poblaciones Específicas (AFIPE) Research Group, Facultad de Ciencias de la Actividad Física y el Deporte, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- Actividad Físico-Deportiva en Poblaciones Específicas (AFIPE) Research Group, Facultad de Ciencias de la Actividad Física y el Deporte, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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Nagpal TS, Bhattacharjee J, da Silva DF, Souza SCS, Mohammad S, Puranda JL, Abu-Dieh A, Cook J, Adamo KB. Physical activity may be an adjuvant treatment option for substance use disorders during pregnancy: A scoping review. Birth Defects Res 2020; 113:265-275. [PMID: 32940021 DOI: 10.1002/bdr2.1803] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2020] [Revised: 08/27/2020] [Accepted: 09/01/2020] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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BACKGROUND Substance abuse in pregnancy increases the chance of physical and neurobehavioral disabilities as well as many other undesirable fetal outcomes. In nonpregnant populations, physical exercise has shown to be an effective adjunctive therapy option for substance use disorders. Given the known positive maternal and fetal physiological and mental health benefits associated with prenatal exercise, perhaps exercise during pregnancy may also be a viable adjuvant therapy option for women with substance use disorders. The purpose of this scoping review was to summarize the available literature that has assessed the relationship between prenatal exercise and substance use disorders. METHODS A search strategy was developed combining the terms pregnancy, exercise/physical activity, and substance use. A systematic search was completed in the following databases: Medline/PubMed, SPORTDiscus, and ProQuest. Substances eligible for inclusion included illicit drugs, alcohol, and cannabis. Retrieved data were categorized as animal or human model studies, and were summarized narratively. RESULTS Eight studies were included in this review (five human studies, three animal model studies). Studies in humans suggest that pregnant women with substance use disorders are interested in engaging in physical activity interventions; however, known acute metabolic and physiological responses to prenatal exercise may be impaired in this population. Rodent models show preliminary evidence for improved mental health outcomes following prenatal exercise for substance use disorders. CONCLUSION The findings from this review may inform the development of future clinical trials to test the effect of structured exercise programs as an adjunctive treatment option for pregnant women with substance use disorders.
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- Taniya S Nagpal
- Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
- Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada, Ottawa, Canada
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
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- Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada, Ottawa, Canada
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
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