Acute Effects of AMPS on Cardiovascular, Functional Capacity and Postural Control in Patients With Parkinson's Disease

Acute Effects of Automated Mechanical Peripheral Stimulation on Cardiovascular, Functional Capacity and Postural Control in Patients With Parkinson's Disease

Considering that Parkinson's Disease (PD) can significantly compromise functional mobility and cardiovascular system in patients with PD, therapies aimed at improving these aspects, mainly by non-pharmacological and non-invasive methods, are paramount. This clinical trial will study the acute effects of plantar stimulation using a therapy called automated peripheral mechanical stimulation (AMPS) on cardiovascular and functional mobility in patients with PD.

The hypothesis of this study is that one single session will be effective in improving, acutely, the cardiovascular system and functional capacity in patients with PD.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Clinical diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson's disease
• Scoring 1 to 3 on the Hoehn and Yhar scale
• Pharmacological treatment unchanged for at least 30 days prior the study

Exclusion Criteria:

• Signs of cognitive decline, based on the results of the Mini Mental State Examination
• Cardiorespiratory, neuromuscular and musculoskeletal diseases not related to PD
• Sensory peripheral neuropathy, diabetes or any other disease known to promote autonomic dysfunction