Association between physical exercise and stroke recurrence among first-ever ischemic stroke survivors (28 June 2021)

Summary

The relationship between exercise and stroke recurrence is controversial. This study from Hou et al. was designed to test whether an association exists between exercise and ischemic stroke recurrence in first-ever ischemic stroke survivors. It found that stroke survivors who engage in long-term regular mild exercise (more than 5 sessions per week and lasting on average 40 min per session) have a lower recurrence rate; however, irregular exercise increases the risk of stroke recurrence.