A5085907799- Parkinson's Disease Mechanisms and Treatments
- Balance, Gait, and Falls Prevention
- Cerebral Palsy and Movement Disorders
- Dementia and Cognitive Impairment Research
- Maternal and Neonatal Healthcare
- Nutrition and Health in Aging
- Frailty in Older Adults
- Global Maternal and Child Health
- Botulinum Toxin and Related Neurological Disorders
- Health, Nursing, Elderly Care
- Healthcare Regulation
- Health disparities and outcomes
- Aging, Elder Care, and Social Issues
- Pharmacological Effects and Toxicity Studies
- Ginkgo biloba and Cashew Applications
Universidade Federal do Ceará
2019-2025
Hospital Universitário Walter Cantídio
2019-2025
Background Sarcopenia is a complex and multifactorial geriatric condition seen in several chronic degenerative diseases. This study aimed to screen for sarcopenia fall risk sample of Parkinson's disease (PD) patients investigate demographic clinical factors associated. Methods cross-sectional study. We evaluated 218 PD at the Movement Disorders Clinic Fortaleza, Brazil, collected data including experiencing falls six months prior their medical visit. Probable diagnosis was confirmed by using...
The prevalence of Parkinson's disease (PD) tends to increase worldwide in the coming decades. Thus, incidence falls is likely increase, with a relevant burden on health care system.The objective this study was evaluate clinical factors and drug use associated PD patients.We conducted cross-sectional at Movement Disorders outpatient clinic tertiary hospital Northeast Brazil. We performed structured interviews collect sociodemographic data. Functional capacity assessed using Schwab England...
The prevalence of cognitive impairment in Parkinson's disease (PD) is about 20% to 60%. Mini-Mental Status Examination (MMSE) the most used screening test.To evaluate influence clinical and demographic characteristics, specifically education level, on MMSE score PD patients a northeast Brazilian sample.We performed cross-sectional study 198 at Movement Disorders outpatient clinic Fortaleza, CE, Brazil. Participants were assessed by detailed history, modified Hoehn Yahr staging (HY),...
Introduction Parkinson’s disease (PD) is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder in Brazil. Physical activity a complementary intervention managing inherent declines associated with like strength, balance, gait, and functionality benefit health-related outcomes. Here, we report PARK-BAND Study protocol, which aims to investigate potential benefits of power training using elastic devices participants PD. Our will be provided patients PD bands tubes. Therefore, used term Park from...
ABSTRACT Objective: To determine the diagnostic accuracy of Addenbrooke’s Cognitive Examination Revised (ACE-R) as a cognitive screening tool for older adults with low levels schooling and healthy aging, MCI dementia in Brazil. Methods: All participants underwent neurological psychiatric examinations were administered validated version ACE-R. Results: A total 85 evaluated; most females (84.7%, n = 72). The post hoc analysis showed statistical differences ACE-R scores between mild impairment...
ABSTRACT Background Sarcopenia is a complex and multifactorial geriatric condition seen in several chronic degenerative diseases. This study aimed to screen for sarcopenia fall risk sample of Parkinson’s disease (PD) patients investigate demographic clinical factors associated. Methods cross-sectional study. We evaluated 218 PD at the Movement Disorders Clinic Fortaleza, Brazil, collected data including experiencing falls six months prior their medical visit. Probable diagnosis was confirmed...
A avaliação psicológica pré-transplante objetiva identificar variáveis modificáveis, planejar intervenções adequadas e preparar o candidato para esse tratamento. Observou-se a importância de se incluir neste protocolo das funções cognitivas, que é considerada um domínio específico da possibilita identificação precoce comprometimento cognitivo. construção do deu nas seguintes etapas: demandas, levantamento artigos abordam os instrumentos rastreio cognitivo, discussão dos resultados com...