Efeito agudo da cafeína no desempenho físico e cognitivo de pessoas com doenças neurológicas.

Abstract

Acute Effect of Caffeine on Physical and Cognitive Performance in Individuals with Neurological Diseases Introduction: Caffeine is an important neuroprotective agent and brain stimulant, potentially contributing to the prevention and delay of progression of neurological diseases. Objective: To analyze the physical and cognitive performance of individuals with neurological diseases with and without caffeine intake. Materials and Methods: This is a pilot crossover study, employing an experimental research design with a quantitative approach and using a single-blind method. The following tests were administered: Timed Up and Go (TUG), Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), 6-minute Walk Test (6MWT), balance test, and coordination test. Results: It was observed that acute caffeine intake does not improve physical and cognitive performance in individuals diagnosed with Stroke (ST) and Parkinson's Disease (PD). Conclusion: The data indicate that pre-exercise caffeine intake does not enhance physical and cognitive performance in individuals with ST and PD, as assessed by MoCA, balance and coordination tests, TUG, and 6MWT.