Effects of a sequential square mat walking training program Fisior® on improving physical performance in older adults with Parkinson's disease: A pilot study.
Study Goal
The researchers aimed to assess the efficacy of a 12-week functional walking training program using a sequential square mat (Fisior® Mat) on physical performance in older adults with Parkinson's Disease.
Results Summary
The intervention group showed significant improvements in chair and balance test scores compared to controls, with overall improvements in total SPPB score, gait speed, and balance. The program effectively enhanced physical performance as an adjunct to conventional physiotherapy.
Population
Older adults (aged over 60) diagnosed with mild to moderate Parkinson's Disease.
Effective Dosage
Progressive resistance training sessions lasting 30-40 minutes, three times a week.
Duration
12 weeks
Interactions
None mentioned
| Intervention | Direction | Endpoint | Population | Dosage | Impact | Claim # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12-week functional walking training program utilizing a sequential square mat (Fisior® Mat) | increase | total Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) score | older adults diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease (PD) | - | improvements observed | #1 |
12-week functional walking training program utilizing a sequential square mat (Fisior® Mat) | increase | chair test score | older adults diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease (PD) | - | improvements observed | #2 |
12-week functional walking training program utilizing a sequential square mat (Fisior® Mat) | increase | gait speed score | older adults diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease (PD) | - | improvements observed | #3 |
12-week functional walking training program utilizing a sequential square mat (Fisior® Mat) | increase | balance test score | older adults diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease (PD) | - | improvements observed | #4 |
Fisior® sequential square mat program | increase | chair test score | older adults with PD | - | showed significant improvement | #5 |
Fisior® sequential square mat program | increase | balance test score | older adults with PD | - | showed significant improvement | #6 |
Fisior® sequential square mat program, as an adjunct to conventional outpatient physiotherapy | increase | physical performance | older adults with PD | - | effectively enhances | #7 |
BACKGROUND: This study aimed to assess the efficacy of a 12-week functional walking training program utilizing a sequential square mat (Fisior® Mat) on the physical performance of older adults diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease (PD). METHODS: Participants, aged over 60 and diagnosed with mild to moderate PD, underwent progressive resistance training sessions lasting 30-40 minutes, three times a week, using the Fisior® sequential square mat. A randomized clinical trial was conducted with participants from a patient association. Multiple linear regression models were employed to analyze physical performance variation between intervention and control groups. RESULTS: Twenty-eight patients (14 in each group) participated, with improvements observed in total Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) score, chair test score, gait speed score, and balance test score. Participants in the intervention group showed significant improvement in chair and balance test scores compared to controls. CONCLUSION: The Fisior® sequential square mat program, as an adjunct to conventional outpatient physiotherapy, effectively enhances physical performance in older adults with PD.