Cognitive Dysfunction
Conditions
Interventions
This study is a randomized, controlled, parallel, double-blind clinical trial. Participants will be randomly assigned to four groups: (1) resistance training combined with creatine supplementation, (2
Sponsors
Programa de Pós-Graduação em Genética da Universidade Federal do Paraná
Universidade Estadual do Centro Oeste
Eligibility
Age
60 Years to No maximum
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Be regular exercisers for at least 12 months. Comply with the physical activity recommendations of the World Health Organization (WHO). Have medical clearance to take part in the study. Controlled blood pressure, no metabolic or endocrine disorders. Zero score on the cognitive assessment (CDR). Have attended regular school for at least 4 years. Aged 60 or over. Both sexes
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Missing a training session without making up for it. Any falls that compromise exercise. Presenting metabolic, endocrine or renal disorders after starting the program, detected during a routine consultation with the general practitioner. Need for intervention with any type of medication not listed above. Cognitive assessment (Clinical Dementia Rating - CDR) with a result higher than zero
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The combination of strength training and creatine supplementation is expected to improve the cognitive capacity of physically active elderly people. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| No secondary outcomes are expected. | — |
Countries
Brazil
Contacts
Public ContactGabriel Cordeiro
Universidade Estadual do Centro Oeste
Outcome results
None listed