Physical Therapy for Neurodegenerative Diseases: An Educational Approach

Review Data

Q: Is the topic relevant to the journal area of interest? Is it contemporary and interesting for

researchers?

A: Very good

Abstract & Keywords

Q: Are all required components included in the abstract? Are the keywords appropriately chosen?

A: Very good

Goal

Q: Is the goal explicitly stated in the Introduction? Is its formulation clear and unambiguous?

A: Very good

Structure

Q: Is the paper's structure coherent? Is it in coherence with the goal of the paper?

A: Good

Tools and Methods

Q: Are methods the author uses adequate and well used?

A: Not applicable.

Discussion & Conclusion

Q: Is it related to the results presented before? Do you consider them as coherent?

A: Good

Comments:

The Discussion elaborates on the different beneficial aspects of physical exercise in relation to Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and Parkinson’s disease (PD) along with the important factors that should be considered for AD and PD therapies and management. The Conclusion aptly conveys the main idea of the study, which is to encourage people to start the habit of practicing regular and timely exercise early on to avoid these diseases. However, future studies are needed to assess the impact of the intensity, duration, and frequency of different exercises.

Literature

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A: Good

Author's knowledge

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A: Good

Length

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A: Good

Figures & Tables

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A: Not applicable.

Writing style

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A: Good

Further comments on the paper

Comments: This article lays an educational approach to the patients, as well as to the people who are associated with the patients of the most progressive neurodegenerative diseases we know so far, viz. Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and Parkinson’s disease (PD). AD and PD not only deteriorate the quality of life but also may cause death. Therefore, any positive impact of nonpharmacological interventions, such as physical activity and exercise, would improve public health. Although the mechanisms are not clear yet, but it is evident that physical exercise is beneficial for the prevention of AD and PD.

Q: Would you recommend this manuscript for further publication?

A: Yes - Suitable to be published

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