Cerebrovascular responses to exercise training in humans

Hannah Thomas

Research output: ThesisDoctoral Thesis

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Abstract

This thesis investigated changes that occur in brain blood vessels in response to different types of exercise training in identical and non-identical twins. The magnitude of change in cerebral artery function varied widely between individuals and differed according to the type of exercise performed. Comparing the different types of twins revealed that environmental factors, rather than genetics, had a larger impact on cerebrovascular structure, function, and adaptation to training. This thesis suggests that exercise prescription tailored to individual needs is the optimal approach to treating and preventing cerebrovascular diseases in future.
Original languageEnglish
QualificationDoctor of Philosophy
Awarding Institution
  • The University of Western Australia
Supervisors/Advisors
  • Green, Daniel, Supervisor
  • Naylor, Louise, Supervisor
  • Smith, Kurt, Supervisor
Thesis sponsors
Award date31 Aug 2021
DOIs
Publication statusUnpublished - 2021

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