Effect of power training on physical functional performance of patients with Parkinson's disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Parkinson's disease (PD) is becoming more prevalent, highlighting the urgency of developing treatments to minimize its effects on muscular strength and physical function. Power training (PT) is a potential approach that may improve endurance and muscular power, essential for maintaining functional ability in PD.

Objective

To compare the effect of PT versus control or other physical activity (PA) interventions on physical functional performance (PFP) in PD patients.

Methods

We searched PubMed, MEDLINE, Embase, LILACS, PEDro, Cochrane Library, and Scopus. Inclusion criteria were randomized controlled trials comparing PT to a control group or another PA intervention in PD patients. PFP was the primary outcome. Pooled effect estimates were calculated from bas

SUBMITTER: de Almeida SB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11793793 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature