Physical activity in patients with axial spondyloarthritis: a cross-sectional study of 203 patients

2016 ◽  
Vol 36 (12) ◽  
pp. 1711-1718 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stéphanie Fabre ◽  
Anna Molto ◽  
Sabrina Dadoun ◽  
Christopher Rein ◽  
Christophe Hudry ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Axial Spondyloarthritis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

scholarly journals AB0499 PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ASSESSMENT IN TUNISIAN PATIENTS WITH SPONDYLOARTHRITIS: THE IPAQ EVALUATION

2021 ◽  
Vol 80 (Suppl 1) ◽  
pp. 1277.1-1277
Author(s):  
F. Majdoub ◽  
M. Sellami ◽  
S. Miladi ◽  
A. Fazaa ◽  
L. Souabni ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Disease Activity ◽  
Axial Spondyloarthritis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Urban Setting ◽  
Tnf Inhibitor ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Tunisian Patients ◽  
Different Levels

Background:The occurrence of Spondyloarthritis (SpA) often conditions patients’ quality of life and hinders their well-being. Physical activity (PA) is associated with various health-related benefits among adults with chronic inflammatory rheumatism but may be insufficiently performed.Objectives:This study aimed to assess PA in patients with SpA and explore its associated factors.Methods:This is a single-center cross-sectional study, involving patients with SpA, visiting our outpatient hospital over eight weeks. Patients responded to the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short form (IPAQ-S).Results:Sixty patients were included (39 M/21 F) with an average age of 45.8 years [25-78]. The mean duration of SpA was 13.2 years [1-25]. About 80% of patients were from an urban setting. Sixty-three percent of patients had a professional activity, while 13.3% were retired. Twenty-nine patients (48.3%) had axial and peripheral form, 18 patients (30%) had SpA with enteropathic arthritis, 8 (13.3%) with psoriatic arthritis, 3 patients (5%) had axial spondyloarthritis, and only 2 patients (3.3%) with SAPHO-Syndrom. About 23% of patients had hip arthritis and only 5% had uveitis. Fifty-eight patients were on TNF-inhibitor (21/58 Adalimumab, 15/58 Infliximab, 14/58 Etanercept, 8/58 Golimumab). The average BASDAI was 2.7/10. The average ASDASCRP was 2.1/10. The average BASFI was 3.3/10. IPAQ results were distributed as follows: 78.3% of patients were in the « low physical activity » category, 21.7% were in the « moderate physical activity » while none of the patients were in the « high physical activity ». Patients without employment had lower levels of physical activity (29.7%) but no association was observed between those two items (p=0.082). Disease activity objectified with BASDAI was related to low physical activity (p=0.045) whereas no association was observed with ASDASCRP (p=0.870) or BASFI (p=0.056). Otherwise, TNF-inhibitor treatment was not related to different levels of PA (p=0.09).Conclusion:Tunisian patients with SpA don’t perform enough physical activity. Except for high disease activity, the different levels of PA did not appear to be explained by other disease-related variables. Thereby, physical activity should be encouraged in SpA.References:[1]Fabre, S., Molto, A., Dadoun, S. et al. Physical activity in patients with axial spondyloarthritis: a cross-sectional study of 203 patients. Rheumatol Int 36, 1711–1718 (2016).Disclosure of Interests:None declared.

Are Ultrasound Findings Similar in Patients with Axial Spondyloarthritis and in Athlete Entheses?

2017 ◽  
Vol 44 (5) ◽  
pp. 609-612 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marie-Alix Lanfranchi ◽  
Olivier Leluc ◽  
Alice Tavano ◽  
Cécile Wormser ◽  
Sophie Morange ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Healthy Subjects ◽  
Axial Spondyloarthritis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Healthy Controls ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Control Groups ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Ultrasound Findings ◽  
Us Findings

Objective.Enthesitis is the spondyloarthritis (SpA) landmark, but can also be seen after entheses overuse, such as during intensive sport.Methods.We aimed to compare entheses ultrasound (US) findings in a prospective cross-sectional study of 30 axial SpA cases, 30 athletes, and 29 controls.Results.Mean (SD) MAdrid Sonographic Enthesis Index (MASEI) score was 26.3 (13), 12.2 (7), and 10.4 (6) in patients with SpA, athletes, and non-athlete control groups, respectively (p < 0.0001).Conclusion.The MASEI score was significantly higher in patients with SpA compared with healthy controls, athletes, and non-athletes, and can be of value to distinguish SpA from healthy subjects, whatever their physical activity.

scholarly journals Physical activity in patients with axial spondyloarthritis in a multi-ethnic south-east Asian country

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jie Kie Phang ◽  
Andrew Yu Keat Khor ◽  
Yu Heng Kwan ◽  
Chin Teck Ng ◽  
Warren Fong
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
General Population ◽  
Axial Spondyloarthritis ◽  
Asian Country ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
East Asian Country ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Sedentary Activity ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Singapore General Hospital

Abstract Background Patients with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) may experience spinal stiffness and pain, leading to reduced physical function and quality of life. Despite the benefits of physical activity (PA) and exercise, previous studies have demonstrated lower levels of PA among patients with axSpA. This study aims to examine the patterns of PA among patients with axSpA compared to the general population in a multi-ethnic Asian country. Methods This was a cross-sectional study conducted between May 2016 and Jan 2017. Consecutive patients with axSpA were recruited at an outpatient rheumatology clinic at Singapore General Hospital, the largest tertiary hospital in Singapore. Controls were based on a previous cross-sectional study. PA was assessed using the Global Physical Activity Questionnaire (GPAQ). Results Seventy-four patients with axSpA were recruited and compared with 2679 controls. Lower proportion of patients with axSpA met the WHO recommendations for PA (axSpA = 77.0%, controls = 89.7%, p <  0.001). More patients with axSpA had high level of sedentary activity compared to controls (axSpA = 56.8%, controls = 36.1%, p <  0.001). Levels of PA did not differ between patients with inactive versus active axSpA disease (p = 0.91). Conclusions Proportion of patients with axSpA meeting the WHO recommendations for PA differed significantly from the general population, and level of PA did not differ between patients with active and inactive axSpA disease. Higher levels of sedentary activity were seen in patient with axSpA compared to the general population, highlighting the need for interventions to promote PA among patients with axSpA.

scholarly journals THU0569 PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN AXIAL SPONDYLOARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY IN A SOUTH-EAST ASIAN COHORT

2020 ◽  
Vol 79 (Suppl 1) ◽  
pp. 526.2-526
Author(s):  
A. Khor ◽  
C. T. Ng ◽  
W. Fong
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Rheumatoid Arthritis ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Axial Spondyloarthritis ◽  
East Asian ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Sedentary Activity ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Asian Cohort

Background:Axial spondyloarthritis (AxSpA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are two common rheumatic diseases that can result in joint damage and deformities, leading to reduced physical function and quality of life. Physical activity (PA) and exercise have been shown to improve general well-being and reduce cardiovascular risk in patients with AxSpA and RA, and are part of the non-pharmacological management in the EULAR guidelines. Despite this, PA levels are reduced in AxSpA and RA patients1,2. In addition, it has also been reported that Asians have lower levels of PA3.Objectives:This study aims to examine the patterns of PA in a multi-ethnic Asian cohort.Methods:This was a cross-sectional study conducted between May 2016 and Jan 2017. Consecutive patients with AxSpA and RA were recruited at an outpatient rheumatology clinic at Singapore General Hospital, the largest tertiary hospital in Singapore. Controls were based on a previous cross-sectional study4. PA was assessed using the Global Physical Activity Questionnaires (GPAQ) developed by the world health organization (WHO)5.Results:74 AxSpA and 69 RA patients were recruited and compared to 886 controls. AxSpA patients were younger (median age [IQR], 37.0 [26.3] years) and predominantly male (75.7%), while RA patients were the oldest (median age [IQR], 59.0 [16.5] years) and predominantly female (81.2%). BMI was similar between all three groups. RA patients had more comorbidities (such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes mellitus) compared to AxSpA patients and controls.All three groups had similar proportion of participants meeting WHO recommendations for PA (AxSpA = 77.0%, RA = 79.7%, controls = 83.1%, p=0.35) and median (IQR) time (95% CI) of PA per day [60 (107.1) vs 57.9 (122.9) vs 51.4 (94.3), p=0.93). More AxSpA patients had a high level of sedentary activity compared to RA or controls (AxSpA = 56.8%, RA = 23.2%, controls = 7.2%, p < 0.01). When comparing AxSpA and RA patients with inactive disease or in remission versus active disease, levels of PA did not differ between the 2 groups (p=0.33).Conclusion:Levels of PA did not differ significant between AxSpA and RA patients compared to the general population, and disease activity levels did not affect the level of PA in patients with AxSpA and RA. Of note was that patients with AxSpA and RA demonstrated higher levels of sedentary activity compared to the general population. Improving PA and decreasing sedentary activity could reduce the cardiovascular risk, especially in patients with RA.References:[1]Summers G, Booth A, Brooke-Wavell K, Barami T, Clemes S. <p>Physical activity and sedentary behavior in women with rheumatoid arthritis: a comparison of patients with low and high disease activity and healthy controls</p>.Open Access Rheumatol Res Rev. 2019;Volume 11:133-142. doi:10.2147/oarrr.s203511[2]Sundstrom B, Ekergård H, Sundelin G. Exercise habits among patients with ankylosing spondylitis.Scand J Rheumatol. 2002;31(3):163-167. doi:10.1080/rhe.31.3.163.167[3]Lip GY, Luscombe C, McCarry M, Malik I, Beevers G. Ethnic differences in public health awareness, health perceptions and physical exercise: implications for heart disease prevention.Ethn Health. 1996;1(1):47-53. doi:10.1080/13557858.1996.9961769[4]Win AM, Yen LW, Tan KH, Lim RBT, Chia KS, Mueller-Riemenschneider F. Patterns of physical activity and sedentary behavior in a representative sample of a multi-ethnic South-East Asian population: A cross-sectional study.BMC Public Health. 2015;15(1):1-11. doi:10.1186/s12889-015-1668-7[5]Bull FC, Maslin TS, Armstrong T. Global physical activity questionnaire (GPAQ): Nine country reliability and validity study.J Phys Act Heal. 2009;6(6):790-804. doi:10.1123/jpah.6.6.790Disclosure of Interests:Andrew Khor: None declared, Chin Teck Ng: None declared, Warren Fong Consultant of: Abbvie, Janssen, Novartis, Speakers bureau: Abbvie, Janssen, Novartis

Associations between asthma,overweight and physical activity in adults: a cross sectional study

2019 ◽  
pp. 891-895
Author(s):  
Amro Alzahrani ◽  
Suzan Alainain ◽  
Ahmed Ojaem ◽  
Abdullah Almarzoqi ◽  
Mona Khbrani ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

scholarly journals Does COVID-19 change dietary habits and lifestyle behaviours in Kuwait: a community-based cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Wafaa Husain ◽  
Fatemah Ashkanani
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Lifestyle Behaviours ◽  
Late Night ◽  
Main Meal

Abstract Background The coronavirus pandemic has transformed and continues to transform and affect the daily lives of communities worldwide, particularly due to the lockdown restrictions. Therefore, this study was designed to understand the changes in dietary and lifestyle behaviours that are major determinants of health during the COVID-19 outbreak. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted through an online questionnaire using a convenience sample of 415 adults living in Kuwait (age range 18–73 years). Results The rate of skipping breakfast remained consistent, with a slight increase during the pandemic. Lunch remained the main reported meal before and during COVID-19. Compared to before COVID-19, people were much more likely have a late-night snack or meal during COVID-19 (OR = 3.57 (95% CI 1.79–7.26), p < 0.001). Moreover, there was a drastic decrease in the frequency of fast-food consumption during COVID-19, up to 82% reported not consuming fast food (p < 0.001). There was a significant increase in the percentage of participants who had their main meal freshly made (OR = 59.18 (95% CI 6.55–1400.76), p = 0.001). Regarding food group patterns, no significant differences were found before and during the pandemic in terms of the weekly frequency of consumption, except in the case of fish and seafood. There were no remarkable changes in beverage consumption habits among participants before and during the pandemic, except for Americano coffee and fresh juice. Furthermore, there was a great reduction in physical activity and an increase in the amount of screen time and sedentary behaviours. A notable increase was detected in day-time sleep and a decrease in night-time sleep among participants. Conclusion In general, this study indicates some changes in daily life, including changes in some eating practices, physical activity and sleeping habits during the pandemic. It is important that the government considers the need for nutrition education programmes and campaigns, particularly during this critical period of the pandemic in Kuwait.

scholarly journals Physical Activity Patterns of Women with a Twin Pregnancy—A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (15) ◽  
pp. 7724
Author(s):  
Katarzyna Kwiatkowska ◽  
Katarzyna Kosińska-Kaczyńska ◽  
Izabela Walasik ◽  
Agnieszka Osińska ◽  
Iwona Szymusik
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Twin Pregnancy ◽  
Activity Patterns ◽  
Multiple Pregnancy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Physically Active

Background: No specific physical activity guidelines are available for women in multiple pregnancy. Aim of the study was to assess the knowledge and experience of women regarding physical activity during their latest twin pregnancy. Methods: A cross-sectional study including women after a twin delivery was conducted in Poland. A questionnaire was distributed in 2018 via web pages and Facebook groups designed for pregnant women. Results: 652 women filled out the questionnaire completely. Only 25% of women performed any physical exercises during twin gestation. The frequency of preterm delivery was similar in physically active and non-active participants. 35% of the respondents claimed to have gained information on proper activity from obstetricians during antenatal counselling while 11% claimed to be unable to identify the reliable sources of information. 7% of women admitted to feel discriminated by social opinion on exercising during a twin pregnancy. Conclusions: The population of women with a twin gestation is not sufficiently physically active and is often discouraged from performing exercises during gestation. Therefore, it is crucial to inform obstetricians to recommend active lifestyle during a twin gestation and to provide reliable information on physical activity to pregnant women. Further research on this topic is necessary in order for obstetric providers to counsel women on appropriate exercise with a twin pregnancy.

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