Acute effect of caffeine on physical and cognitive performance in individuals with neurological diseases

  • Natália Sachett Curso de Fisioterapia, Departamento de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade de Santa Cruz do Sul (Unisc), Santa Cruz do Sul, Rio Grande do Sul, Brasil.
  • Patrik Nepomuceno Curso de Fisioterapia, Departamento de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade de Santa Cruz do Sul (Unisc), Santa Cruz do Sul, Rio Grande do Sul, Brasil.
Keywords: Stroke, Parkinson Disease, Physical Functional Performance, Cognition, Caffeine

Abstract

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 performed: Timed Up and Go (TUG), Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), 6-minute Walk Test (6MWT), Romberg 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.

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Published
2025-03-13
How to Cite
Sachett, N., & Nepomuceno, P. (2025). Acute effect of caffeine on physical and cognitive performance in individuals with neurological diseases. Brazilian Journal of Exercise Prescription and Physiology, 19(119), 80-89. Retrieved from https://www.rbpfex.com.br/index.php/rbpfex/article/view/2978
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Vol. 19 No. 119 (2025)
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