Low Versus High Load Training and Parkinson's Disease

Comparison of Changes in Neuromuscular and Functional Performance Due to Resistance Training With Low-Load or High-Load in Persons With Parkinson's Disease.

This study will compare the effects of high-load resistance training to low-load resistance training, on measures of muscle strength and power and tests of daily performance in older adults with Parkinson's disease.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Parkinson's Disease Hoehn & Yahr Stages 1-3
• Able to walk 50m unassisted
• Able to understand and communicate in English
• A Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) score above 18

Exclusion Criteria:

• Uncontrolled cardiovascular or other neuromuscular disease that prevent participation in a training program
• Any systemic inflammatory or autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, or other serious concomitant medical illness
• Unresolved injury or surgery to the upper or lower limbs that prevents weight training.