THE THERAPIST (Journal of Therapies & Rehabilitation Sciences) https://thetherapist.com.pk/index.php/tt <p><strong>Title of Journal: </strong><strong>THE THERAPIST (ISSN Online: 2790-7414, Print: 2790-7406)</strong></p> <p><strong>Frequency: Quarterly (w.e.f 1<sup>st</sup> Jan, 2023)</strong></p> <p><strong>Affiliated with:</strong> Lahore Medical Research Center</p> <p><strong>Website:</strong> (<a href="http://www.lmrc.com.pk">www.lmrc.com.pk</a>)</p> <p><strong>Published By:</strong> CrossLinks International Publishers LLC</p> <p><strong>Website:</strong> (<a href="http://www.clip.com.pk">www.clip.com.pk</a>)</p> <p><strong>Address: </strong>117 S Lexington St Ste 100, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA</p> <p>‘The Therapist’, abbreviated as ‘TT’ is an official journal of ‘Lahore Medical Research Center’ (LMRC), LLP. We are pleased to announce the launch of this journal of physical therapy and rehabilitation sciences as well as other therapies are also included within the scope such as stem cell therapy, speech therapy, psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, radiotherapy, dialectial behavior therapy, Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy, Mentalization-based therapy, animal-assisted therapy, emotion focused therapy, family therapy, group therapy, mind-fulness-based therapy, virtual therapy, exposure therapy, interpersonal therapy, diet <br />therapy, virtual therapy, hydrotherapy, heat therapy are among the few. <br />Mission of this journal is to publish the studies in the above areas and relevant disciplines. These researches will be of great significance and may contribute to the awareness and understanding of the impact of different therapies <br />on human health improvement. To our knowledge this is the first journal with this unique scope. Studies related to these topic are most welcome from national and international authors. It will help all of us to work as global team to do something for the betterment of ailing humanity and share ideas for this noble cause .</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Accreditation:</strong></span></p> <p><strong>Approved by Higher Education Commission of Pakistan for the year 2023-24</strong></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Fee &amp; Subscription Charges</strong></span></p> <p>Article Processing Fee: <strong>NONE</strong></p> <p>Article Publication Fee (National) Rs 20000 / Article</p> <p>Article Publication Fee (International ) 200 USD / Article</p> <p>Printed Version (Selected Articles on Authors Request): Rs 2500/per copy</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Annual Subscription for Printed Versions</strong></span></p> <p>For Institutes: Rs 20,000/ Annually</p> <p>Single Copy (Selected Articles): Rs 2500/-</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Waiver Policy</strong></span></p> <p>If an author has no funds to pay such charges, he may request for full or partial waiver of publication fees. The decision may however vary from case to case.</p> <p>We do not want charges to prevent the publication of worthy material.</p> <p><strong><u>Submissions</u></strong></p> <p>Submission are welcome and may be submitted here <a href="mailto:editor@thetherapist.com.pk">editor@thetherapist.com.pk</a></p> en-US <p>This is an open-access journal and all the published articles / items are distributed under the terms of the <a href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/">Creative Commons Attribution License</a>, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited. For comments <a href="mailto:editor@thetherapist.com.pk">editor@thetherapist.com.pk</a></p> editor@thetherapist.com.pk (Riffat Mehboob) oric@lmrc.com.pk (Khurram Mehboob) Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 OJS 3.3.0.7 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 Aerobic Exercise in Physical Therapy: A Natural and Accessible Path to Holistic Health https://thetherapist.com.pk/index.php/tt/article/view/267 <p>In the current world, a large number of citizens do not have time to engage themselves in exercise due to tight schedules. A set of health problems, including heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and stress, may result because of this lack of physical activity. Aerobic exercises are one of the simple and natural methods of keeping healthy. These are exercises which raise your heart rate and cause you to breathe quickly. Walking, jogging, swimming, cycling, and dancing are some of the common aerobic activities. They are often performed at indoor or outdoor venues, in groups or individually, and do not necessarily require special equipment.</p> <p>Aerobic exercises are also referred to as cardio exercises, as they improve the functional capacity of the heart and lungs. These activities involve the use of large muscle groups, such as the legs and arms, in a consistent and sustained manner. Aerobic exercises are practiced by individuals of all ages. Simple everyday activities can serve as effective exercise—for instance, walking to the store instead of driving, taking the stairs instead of the elevator, or gardening—all of which may serve as forms of aerobic activity. Newcomers to physical activity can begin gradually with low-impact exercises such as slow walking or mild movement-based routines, and progressively increase the duration and intensity.</p> <p>Aerobic exercise offers numerous health benefits, which are realized when it is performed on a regular basis. It strengthens the heart and supports improved blood circulation. It also reduces blood pressure and assists in regulating blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Aerobic activity is also effective in weight management by burning excess calories. Beyond the physical benefits, aerobic exercises positively impact mental health. Regular activity helps to reduce stress, anxiety, and symptoms of depression. It helps to sleep better and boosts the level of energy. People are more energetic, active and are more optimistic in their day to day lives.</p> <p>In summary, aerobic exercise is an easy, safe, and natural way of improving physical and mental health. It is all inclusive and can be modified to suit individuals of different age groups and physical capacity. Aerobic exercise, when combined with physical therapy programs, may be significant in preventing diseases, rehabilitation, and improvement of the quality of life. It is important as physical therapists and other health professionals to advise, encourage and teach people to engage in aerobic exercise as part of their daily activities. It could be a formal exercise or a walk every day, each step counts. Being physically active is among the most effective and affordable decisions that one can make to improve the long-term health and functional autonomy.</p> Sahreen Anwar Copyright (c) 2025 THE THERAPIST (Journal of Therapies & Rehabilitation Sciences) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://thetherapist.com.pk/index.php/tt/article/view/267 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000