Exercise-Induced Changes in Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor in Neurodegenerative Diseases: A Bayesian Network Meta-Analysis

Zhuolin Tang, Mingyue Yin, Kai Xu, Huakun Zheng, Henghao Yan, Zexi Zhao, Qian Liu, School of Physical Education, Sichuan Agricultural University, School of Athletic Performance, Shanghai University of Sport, School of Sports and Health, Shanghai Sport University, Institute of Sports Science, Institute of Physical Education, Southwest University, School of Sports Medicine and Health, Chendu Sport University

Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry and Neurology

Published online on December 20, 2025

Abstract

Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry and Neurology, Volume 39, Issue 5, Page 567-588, September 2026.
ObjectivesThis study aimed to compare the effects of different exercise interventions on brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels in patients with neurodegenerative diseases and to explore regulatory factors.MethodsSearched PubMed, Scopus, Web of ...