Frontiers in Physiology | New and Recent Articles https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/physiology RSS Feed for Frontiers in Physiology | New and Recent Articles en-us Frontiers Feed Generator,version:1 2026-04-04T19:33:34.28+00:00 60 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1777883 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1777883 <![CDATA[Effects of an eight-week French contrast training program on lower-limb explosive power, acceleration, and muscle strength in male college badminton players]]> 2026-04-02T00:00:00Z Original Research Kaixiang ZhouRuting LinZiren ZhaoNa YuXin ZhengJinhong LiNijiao DengYu’an Sun https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1785406 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1785406 <![CDATA[Immediate impacts of low-temperature exposure on cardiac autonomic modulation, neuromuscular efficiency, and postural stability in older adults Yangko dancers – a randomized controlled trial]]> 2026-04-02T00:00:00Z Original Research Lijuan FuZhengbin LiNa Liu 60 years) from Changchun, China. Participants were stratified into four temperature groups (15 °C, -5 °C, -10 °C, -15 °C; 30 cases in each group) using computer-generated randomization. All participants completed Yangko dance sessions under their assigned temperature conditions. HRV time-domain and frequency-domain indices (SDNN, RMSSD, PNN500, LogLF, LogHF, LF/HF), sEMG signals of the biceps femoris, rectus femoris, and medial gastrocnemius (RMS, IEMG), and balance parameters (RT, MVL, EPE) were measured using heart rate monitors, surface EMG devices, and a balance testing system. The impacts of different cold environments on cardiovascular and motor functions were analyzed.ResultsCompared to 15 °C, the cold groups (-5 °C, -10 °C, -15 °C) showed significant reductions in SDNN, RMSSD, PNN500, LogLF, and LogHF (P<0.05) after the experiment, while LF/HF increased significantly (P<0.05). Progressive hypothermia induced dose-dependent decreases in SDNN (15 °C: 65.4 ± 1.47 vs. -15 °C: 51.21 ± 13.41, P<0.001) and RMSSD, alongside increased LF/HF ratios (P<0.05). sEMG analysis demonstrated temperature-dependent neuromuscular adaptations, with -15 °C exposure eliciting 23.6% RMS elevation but 29.4% IEMG reduction versus controls (P<0.05), indicating enhanced muscle activation but decreased output efficiency. The conclusion of the balance ability test shows that RT is prolonged and DCL is reduced.DiscussionCold environments reduce HRV, increase muscle stiffness, and impair balance in the older adults, significantly raise injury risks during the early exercise phase. Recommendations include adequate warm-up, wearing thermal protective gear, and performing joint mobility exercises to enhance exercise safety in cold conditions.]]> https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1804926 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1804926 <![CDATA[Effects of aquatic rehabilitation on symptoms, physical function, and quality of life in individuals with knee joint dysfunction: a meta-analysis]]> 2026-04-02T00:00:00Z Systematic Review Yujie JiangYueliang Peng https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1765898 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1765898 <![CDATA[Explainable deep-learning models to predict diaphragmatic dysfunction and cognitive stress in ICU patients under mechanical ventilation]]> 2026-04-02T00:00:00Z Original Research Yonghua WangYuling BaiGe Jin https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1728736 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1728736 <![CDATA[Efficacy and safety of estradiol/dydrogesterone combined with escitalopram in the treatment of anxiety and depression in perimenopausal women: a randomized controlled trial]]> 2026-04-02T00:00:00Z Original Research Shufang WuGuiying ZengSaisai ChenHongbin ChenSenpei XieJiabao ZhangYingchun XiaoNan LiuHui ChenRonghua Chen https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1744260 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1744260 <![CDATA[Comparative efficacy and mechanistic insights of non-invasive neuromodulation and motor rehabilitation on functional reorganization of the supplementary motor area in subacute stroke: a narrative review]]> 2026-04-02T00:00:00Z Review Yun-Shan ZhangYing-Dong LiCai-Xia OuZi-Ting BiJing-Hua XiaoJia-Mei ZhangJing-Xue WeiJian-Wen XuLang Huang https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1793257 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1793257 <![CDATA[Case report: Elevation variability and pacing regulation in an elite half-marathon runner: a longitudinal case study]]> 2026-04-02T00:00:00Z Case Report Gerasimos V. GrivasWalaa Jumah Alkasasbeh https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1792481 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1792481 <![CDATA[Effects of a low-load multi-component training program with blood flow restriction versus the same program without blood flow restriction on muscle thickness and functional outcomes in physically inactive young adults: randomized controlled trial]]> 2026-04-01T00:00:00Z Clinical Trial Irfan AhmadYali FengJie PuShaoqi WenRui ZhongYifan LvLehua YuAn ZhangYing YinBotao Tan https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1772535 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1772535 <![CDATA[The exquisite link between potassium homeostasis regulation and cardiovascular health: exploration and analysis]]> 2026-04-01T00:00:00Z Review Ci WangXiangyuan HuangZeyu ZhangDongming LinShuwei Huang https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1797489 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1797489 <![CDATA[The role of circadian rhythms in the pathogenesis of myopia]]> 2026-04-01T00:00:00Z Review Ning ZhangGuoge HanRui Hao https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1779559 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1779559 <![CDATA[Feasibility and physiological effects of a combined exercise and nutritional intervention in older adults with cancer under catabolic stress]]> 2026-04-01T00:00:00Z Original Research Song Ee ParkJin Hwa ChoiDu Hwan KimDon-Kyu KimYongsoon ParkYong Chan HaIn Gyu Hwang https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1816782 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1816782 <![CDATA[Editorial: Lifetime achievements in avian physiology]]> 2026-04-01T00:00:00Z Editorial Colin G. ScanesSandra G. Velleman https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1800522 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1800522 <![CDATA[A multimodal deep learning-based model for posture asymmetry recognition and sports injury risk prediction in adolescent table tennis athletes]]> 2026-04-01T00:00:00Z Original Research Di WangYue Guo https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1716140 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1716140 <![CDATA[The associations between resting and total energy expenditure, physical activity, and thyroid hormone levels in adult females]]> 2026-03-31T00:00:00Z Original Research S.A Sanduni Samudika De AlwisXueying ZhangHuihui MeiXinyi BiXinyue MaYing LiuLi XueDehuang KongLu WangHongbo WangJohn R Speakman https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1754825 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1754825 <![CDATA[Comparison of high-intensity interval training and small-sided games on physical fitness among players: a systematic review with meta-analysis]]> 2026-03-31T00:00:00Z Systematic Review Yu ZengXinzhi WangKim Geok SohShuzhen MaYue ZhaoWenchao RongXinrui ZhangNingfei Wei https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1750722 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1750722 <![CDATA[The effects of shoulder extension angle on elbow flexor hypertrophy in the cable curl exercise]]> 2026-03-31T00:00:00Z Original Research Stian LarsenBenjamin Sandvik KristiansenNordis Østerås SandbergAndrea Bao FredriksenRoland van den TillaarMilo WolfPaul Alan SwintonHallvard Nygaard Falch https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1793389 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1793389 <![CDATA[Effects of exercise regimens on balance ability in older patients with osteoporosis: a systematic review and Bayesian network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials]]> 2026-03-31T00:00:00Z Review Xiangyue LiuMengjing ChangHuiyun YuanXuemei ZhengWenling TianDongwen LiDongfa LiaoLin Cui https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1829914 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1829914 <![CDATA[Editorial: Redox Physiology in Fish]]> 2026-03-31T00:00:00Z Editorial Slađan PavlovićGisele Cristina FaveroMustafa Canli https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1745959 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1745959 <![CDATA[The effects of field-based repeatedsprint training on physical performance in soccer players: a systematic review and multilevel meta-analysis]]> 2026-03-30T00:00:00Z Systematic Review Anqi ChenMingnan ZhuangZijing HuangLiang ZhaoLeibo Wang https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1786733 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2026.1786733 <![CDATA[Unilateral low-load blood flow restriction vs. high-load training in the Bulgarian split squat: a randomized within-subject design on strength, hypertrophy, and asymmetry]]> 2026-03-30T00:00:00Z Original Research Yanfei WangXinyuan ZhaoLingfeng ZhangXin GaoZhanfei ZhengShoudu Wang