January 2019 PMID 30543905

Dance for neuroplasticity: A descriptive systematic review.

Lavinia Teixeira-Machado, Ricardo Mario Arida, Jair de Jesus Mari

Mentions

64
Peak: 6 in May 2019
across 5 sources since Jan 2019

Extended reach

146,719
potential audience

Total likes

1,655

Video views

53,295

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Jan 2019 – Oct 2025

Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions emphasize the positive effects of dance on brain plasticity, mentioning specific factors like sensory enrichment and brain area integration, which reflect not only interest but also recognition of its potential significance. Words like 'connection,' 'advantage,' and references to the scientific review indicate a respectful and somewhat excited tone, with some posts sharing additional resources and interpretation.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge and support the positive findings of the review, noting how dance can enhance neuroplasticity.

InterestHigh interest

Discussions show high curiosity, referencing the connection between dance and brain health, with mentions of specific concepts like brain integration and sensory-motor coordination.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference the review directly, sharing insights about its implications and methods, suggesting moderate depth of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The overall tone indicates that readers believe this research could influence future neurorehabilitation or training practices, though it remains somewhat preliminary.

Abstract in brief

  • The systematic review assessed randomized clinical trials to explore how dance practice may enhance neuroplasticity, focusing on brain structure, function, and neurotrophic factors.
  • Out of 1071 studies screened, eight were selected, all showing positive effects, including increased hippocampal and gray matter volumes and improved cognitive functions like memory and attention.
  • The findings suggest that engaging in dance can foster integration in brain regions, thereby promoting better neuroplasticity in mature brains.

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Martin Picard
@MitoPsychoBio · X

Week 50 of the Human Psychobiology Series showcases a finding about the connection between dance and neuroplasticity. Learn more at https://t.co/TsxS2b2lqL. https://t.co/viZhVipwsi

Mar 27, 2024 · 12 likes · 3 shares · 23,389 followers View post →
tater tot
@parakeetnebula · X

The next level up from this is learning to dance in new genres and styles to totally new music to increase neural plasticity https://t.co/Ytw7ShiApL https://t.co/Dsbdeyvstk https://t.co/XBZCD8hxnC https://t.co/TbdBcmNM04 https://t.co/MpKfD6MFX1

Aug 21, 2025 · 7 likes · 1 share · 10,371 followers View post →
cinthya gonzalez
@cim_gmx · X

Dance for neuroplasticity: A descriptive systematic review. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/osI8Emcoiq

May 29, 2019 · 5 likes · 5 shares · 143 followers View post →
Dr Nicoletta P. Lekka
@nicoletta_lekka · X

"The combination of physical #exercise & sensory enrichment during #dance, such as the integration of sensory information & motor control, may be an advantage over a standard fitness program" - Dance for #neuroplasticity: A descriptive systematic review. https://t.co/sEh2wyZ6K2

Jan 27, 2019 · 3 likes · 872 followers View post →
Livia GOTO
@LiviaGOTO1 · X

Based on the evidence, dance practice integrates brain areas to improve neuroplasticity. https://t.co/iTHyh4EPEt

Dec 20, 2021 · 3 likes · 64 followers View post →
DrRPalmquist
@DrPalmquist · X

Dance for neuroplasticity: A descriptive systematic review - PubMed https://t.co/KzycW3cam4

Mar 13, 2022 · 2 likes · 3,165 followers View post →

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tater tot
@parakeetnebula · X

The next level up from this is learning to dance in new genres and styles to totally new music to increase neural plasticity https://t.co/Ytw7ShiApL https://t.co/Dsbdeyvstk https://t.co/XBZCD8hxnC https://t.co/TbdBcmNM04 https://t.co/MpKfD6MFX1

Aug 21, 2025 · 7 likes · 1 share · 10,371 followers View post →
Dr. Genoveva Uzunova
@GenovevaUzunov1 · X

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Jun 26, 2024 · 277 followers View post →
Dr. Genoveva Uzunova
@GenovevaUzunov1 · X

https://t.co/H2ss7ibR20 https://t.co/GdgpKjpou9

Jun 26, 2024 · 277 followers View post →
Columbia Psychiatry
@ColumbiaPsych · X

RT @MitoPsychoBio: Week 50 of the Human Psychobiology Series showcases a finding about the connection between dance and neuroplasticity. Le…

Mar 28, 2024 · 3 shares · 23,406 followers View post →
Favorite & only daughter of Cowboy
@times_funky · X

RT @MitoPsychoBio: Week 50 of the Human Psychobiology Series showcases a finding about the connection between dance and neuroplasticity. Le…

Mar 27, 2024 · 3 shares · 330 followers View post →
Mind Your Science!
@MindYourSci · X

RT @MitoPsychoBio: Week 50 of the Human Psychobiology Series showcases a finding about the connection between dance and neuroplasticity. Le…

Mar 27, 2024 · 3 shares · 132 followers View post →
Martin Picard
@MitoPsychoBio · X

Week 50 of the Human Psychobiology Series showcases a finding about the connection between dance and neuroplasticity. Learn more at https://t.co/TsxS2b2lqL. https://t.co/viZhVipwsi

Mar 27, 2024 · 12 likes · 3 shares · 23,389 followers View post →
DrRPalmquist
@DrPalmquist · X

Dance for neuroplasticity: A descriptive systematic review - PubMed https://t.co/KzycW3cam4

Mar 13, 2022 · 2 likes · 3,165 followers View post →
Livia GOTO
@LiviaGOTO1 · X

Based on the evidence, dance practice integrates brain areas to improve neuroplasticity. https://t.co/iTHyh4EPEt

Dec 20, 2021 · 3 likes · 64 followers View post →
Espartaco Martinez
@spartakun · X

RT @cim_gmx: Dance for neuroplasticity: A descriptive systematic review. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/osI8Emcoiq

May 30, 2019 · 5 shares · 292 followers View post →
Josana Rodriguez O
@josdalina · X

RT @cim_gmx: Dance for neuroplasticity: A descriptive systematic review. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/osI8Emcoiq

May 30, 2019 · 5 shares · 272 followers View post →
DANZADANCE ORG
@DanzadanceOrg · X

RT @cim_gmx: Dance for neuroplasticity: A descriptive systematic review. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/osI8Emcoiq

May 30, 2019 · 5 shares · 22,489 followers View post →
k_ripTopCity
@k_ripTopCity · X

RT @cim_gmx: Dance for neuroplasticity: A descriptive systematic review. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/osI8Emcoiq

May 29, 2019 · 5 shares · 1,150 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @cim_gmx: Dance for neuroplasticity: A descriptive systematic review. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/osI8Emcoiq

May 29, 2019 · 5 shares · 6,710 followers View post →
cinthya gonzalez
@cim_gmx · X

Dance for neuroplasticity: A descriptive systematic review. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/osI8Emcoiq

May 29, 2019 · 5 likes · 5 shares · 143 followers View post →
Dr Nicoletta P. Lekka
@nicoletta_lekka · X

"The combination of physical #exercise & sensory enrichment during #dance, such as the integration of sensory information & motor control, may be an advantage over a standard fitness program" - Dance for #neuroplasticity: A descriptive systematic review. https://t.co/sEh2wyZ6K2

Jan 27, 2019 · 3 likes · 872 followers View post →