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Effects of a Resistance Training Protocol on Physical Performance, Body Composition, Bone Metabolism, and Systemic Homeostasis in Patients Diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease: A Pilot Study

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  • Alessandra Amato

    (Sport and Exercise Sciences Research Unit, Department of Psychological, Pedagogical and Educational Sciences, University of Palermo, 90128 Palermo, Italy
    These authors contributed equally to this work.)

  • Sara Baldassano

    (Department of Biological Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technologies (STEBICEF), University of Palermo, 90128 Palermo, Italy
    These authors contributed equally to this work.)

  • Sonya Vasto

    (Department of Biological Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technologies (STEBICEF), University of Palermo, 90128 Palermo, Italy)

  • Giuseppe Schirò

    (Department of Biomedicine, Neurosciences and Advanced Diagnostics (Bi.N.D.), University of Palermo, 90127 Palermo, Italy)

  • Chiara Davì

    (Department of Biomedicine, Neurosciences and Advanced Diagnostics (Bi.N.D.), University of Palermo, 90127 Palermo, Italy)

  • Patrik Drid

    (Faculty of Sport and Physical Education, University of Novi Sad, 21000 Novi Sad, Serbia)

  • Felipe Augusto Dos Santos Mendes

    (Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Brasília, Brasília 72220-275, Brazil)

  • Rosalia Caldarella

    (Department of Laboratory Medicine, “P. Giaccone” University Hospital, 90127 Palermo, Italy)

  • Marco D’Amelio

    (Department of Biomedicine, Neurosciences and Advanced Diagnostics (Bi.N.D.), University of Palermo, 90127 Palermo, Italy)

  • Patrizia Proia

    (Sport and Exercise Sciences Research Unit, Department of Psychological, Pedagogical and Educational Sciences, University of Palermo, 90128 Palermo, Italy)

Abstract

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by motor impairments and it is correlated with loss of bone mineral density. This study aimed to analyze the effects of resistance training on bone metabolism, systemic homeostasis, body composition, and physical performance in people with PD. Thirteen subjects (age 64.83 ± 5.70) with PD diagnosis were recruited. Participants performed neuromuscular tests, body composition assessment, and blood sample analysis at baseline, and after an 11 weeks-training period. Each training session lasted 90 min, three times a week. The participants had significant improvements in the timed up and go ( p < 0.01), sit to stand ( p < 0.01), dominant peg-board ( p < 0.05), dominant foot-reaction time ( p < 0.01), and functional reach tests ( p < 0.05). They showed better pressure foot distributions in the left forefoot ( p < 0.05) and hindfoot ( p < 0.05) and increased cervical right lateral bending angle ( p < 0.05). The protocol affects bone metabolism markers osteocalcin ( p < 0.05), calcium ( p < 0.01), PTH ( p < 0.01), the C-terminal telopeptide (CTX) ( p < 0.01), and vitamin D ( p < 0.05). Eleven weeks of resistance training improved manual dexterity, static and dynamic balance, reaction time, cervical ROM, and reduced bone loss in people with PD.

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  • Alessandra Amato & Sara Baldassano & Sonya Vasto & Giuseppe Schirò & Chiara Davì & Patrik Drid & Felipe Augusto Dos Santos Mendes & Rosalia Caldarella & Marco D’Amelio & Patrizia Proia, 2022. "Effects of a Resistance Training Protocol on Physical Performance, Body Composition, Bone Metabolism, and Systemic Homeostasis in Patients Diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease: A Pilot Study," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 19(20), pages 1-17, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jijerp:v:19:y:2022:i:20:p:13022-:d:938770
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    1. Alessandra Amato & Patrizia Proia & Gaetano Felice Caldara & Angelina Alongi & Vincenzo Ferrantelli & Sara Baldassano, 2021. "Analysis of Body Perception, Preworkout Meal Habits and Bone Resorption in Child Gymnasts," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 18(4), pages 1-13, February.
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    1. Marianna De Maio & Loriana Castellani & Lucia Cugusi & Cristina Cortis & Andrea Fusco, 2022. "The Effect of a Combined Exercise Program on Postural Control and Fine Motor Skills in Parkinson’s Disease: Study Design," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 19(22), pages 1-10, November.
    2. Alexis Sossa Rojas, 2024. "Bodily Practices and Meanings Articulated in the Physical Exercise of Older Adults in Santiago de Chile Post-COVID-19," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 21(5), pages 1-17, April.
    3. Sara Baldassano & Anna Alioto & Alessandra Amato & Carlo Rossi & Giulia Messina & Maria Roberta Bruno & Roberta Stallone & Patrizia Proia, 2023. "Fighting the Consequences of the COVID-19 Pandemic: Mindfulness, Exercise, and Nutrition Practices to Reduce Eating Disorders and Promote Sustainability," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 15(3), pages 1-15, January.
    4. Giuseppe Messina & Alessandra Amato & Federica Rizzo & Ligia Juliana Dominguez & Angelo Iovane & Mario Barbagallo & Patrizia Proia, 2023. "The Association between Masticatory Muscles Activation and Foot Pressure Distribution in Older Female Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 20(6), pages 1-10, March.

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