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The systematic review analyzed 17 studies on swimming's effects on cognitive function and health in older adults, published between 2007 and 2019.
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Six studies reported improvements in cognitive functioning associated with swimming, alongside benefits for attention, depression, and anxiety.
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Physiological improvements, such as enhanced cardiorespiratory fitness and strength, were consistently noted across the studies.
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Drivers for swimming participation included cognitive wellbeing, enjoyment, and clinician recommendations, while barriers included fluctuating psychological symptoms.
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The review highlights the need for more rigorous research designs to better understand swimming's differential benefits across cognitive impairment severity levels.
