Comparison of physical activity levels among different sub-types of axial spondyloarthritis patients and healthy controls

Abstract Background It is currently unknown whether patients with childhood-onset Takayasu disease (c-TA) are prone to physical inactivity and poor aerobic capacity. In this study, we assessed physical activity levels and cardiorespiratory fitness along with health-related quality of life (HRQL) and various traditional and non-traditional risk factors in patients with c-TA vs. healthy controls. Methods c-TA patients with non-active disease (n = 17) and age- and sex-matched healthy controls (n = 17) were enrolled in the study. We assessed physical activity levels, aerobic capacity, body composition, systemic inflammation, cardiometabolic markers, disease-related parameters, and HRQL. Results c-TA patients showed greater time spent in sedentary behavior (P = 0.010), and lower moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (P > 0.001) and lower step counts per day (P > 0.001). VO2peak (P < 0.001) and chronotropic response (P = 0.016) were significantly lower in patients with c-TA and they had worse HRQL in physical domain (P < 0.001), lower bone mineral content and density, and higher insulin levels vs. healthy controls (all P ≤ 0.05). Conclusions c-TA patients exhibited reduced physical activity levels and aerobic capacity, worse cardiometabolic risk factors and HRQL parameter compared with healthy peers. Physical inactivity and aerobic deconditioning emerge as potentially novel risk factors for c-TA. The role of physical activity interventions in preventing poor outcomes and improving HRQL in c-TA remains to be explored.

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The Relationship Between Musculoskeletal Injury and Objectively Measured Physical Activity Levels: A Critically Appraised Topic

Journal of Sport Rehabilitation ◽

10.1123/jsr.2018-0486 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 29 (2) ◽

pp. 243-247 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Amy R. Barchek ◽

Shelby E. Baez ◽

Matthew C. Hoch ◽

Johanna M. Hoch

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Musculoskeletal Injury ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Healthy Controls ◽

Bottom Line ◽

Physical Activity Levels ◽

Steps Per Day ◽

History Of ◽

Objectively Measured ◽

Objectively Measured Physical Activity

Clinical Scenario: Physical activity is vital for human health. Musculoskeletal injury may inhibit adults from participating in physical activity, and this amount may be less than adults without a history of musculoskeletal injury. Clinical Question: Do individuals with a history of ankle or knee musculoskeletal injury participate in less objectively measured physical activity compared with healthy controls? Summary of Key Findings: Four studies were included. Two studies concluded patients who have undergone an anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) spent less time in moderate to vigorous physical activity levels when compared with healthy controls, but still achieved the daily recommended amount of physical activity. One study determined that participants with CAI took fewer steps per day compared with the control group. The fourth study determined patients with patellofemoral pain were less physically active than healthy controls as they took fewer steps per day and spent less time participating in mild and high activity. Clinical Bottom Line: There is consistent, high quality evidence that demonstrates individuals with a history of ankle or knee musculoskeletal injury participate in less objectively measured physical activity compared with healthy individuals. Strength of Recommendation: Due to nature of study designs of the included articles in this critically appraised topic, we recommend a grade of 3B.

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201. PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEVELS IN FEMALE RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS PATIENTS ON LONG TERM ANTI-TUMOUR NECROSIS FACTOR THERAPY COMPARED TO PATIENTS WITH ACTIVE RHEUMATOID DISEASE AND HEALTHY CONTROLS

Rheumatology ◽

10.1093/rheumatology/kex062.202 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 56 (suppl_2) ◽

Author(s):

Tharaq Barami ◽

Alison Booth ◽

Stacy Clemes ◽

Katherine Brooke-Wavell ◽

Gregory Summers

Keyword(s):

Rheumatoid Arthritis ◽

Physical Activity ◽

Tumour Necrosis ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Healthy Controls ◽

Rheumatoid Disease ◽

Physical Activity Levels ◽

Factor Therapy ◽

Necrosis Factor

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11 - A COMPARISON OF ADHERENCE TO ACTIVITY TRACKERS AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEVELS AMONG ADOLESCENT AND YOUNG ADULT CANCER PATIENTS AND HEALTHY CONTROLS: A PROSPECTIVE, LONGITUDINAL STUDY

10.26226/morressier.5cdbe0a8618793e647b1262f ◽

2019 ◽

Author(s):

Chiu Chin Ng ◽

Hui Lee ◽

Angie Hui Ling Yeo ◽

Yi Long Toh ◽

Chia Jie Tan

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Longitudinal Study ◽

Adolescent And Young Adult ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Healthy Controls ◽

Prospective Longitudinal Study ◽

Activity Trackers ◽

Physical Activity Levels ◽

Young Adult Cancer ◽

Prospective Longitudinal

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The Relationship Between Neck Pain and Physical Activity

The Open Orthopaedics Journal ◽

10.2174/1874325001307010521 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 7 (1) ◽

pp. 521-529 ◽

Cited By ~ 17

Author(s):

Janice Cheung ◽

Tara Kajaks ◽

Joy C. MacDermid

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Neck Pain ◽

Pain Sensitivity ◽

Activity Level ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Healthy Controls ◽

Fear Of Movement ◽

Physical Activity Levels ◽

Neck Disability ◽

The Relationship

Neck pain is a significant societal burden due to its high prevalence and healthcare costs. While physical activity can help to manage other forms of chronic musculoskeletal pain, little data exists on the relationship between physical activity and neck pain. The purpose of this study was to compare physical activity levels between individuals with neck pain and healthy controls, and then to relate disability, fear of movement, and pain sensitivity measures to physical activity levels in each of the two participant groups. 21 participants were recruited for each of the two participant groups (n = 42). Data collection included the use of the Neck Disability Index, the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia, electrocutaneous (Neurometer® CPT) and pressure stimulation (JTech algometer) for quantitative sensory testing, and 5 days of subjective (Rapid Assessment of Physical Activity) and objective (BioTrainer II) measurements of physical activity. Analysis of Variance and Pearson’s Correlation were used to determine if differences and relationships exist between dependent variables both within and between groups. The results show that individuals with mild neck pain and healthy controls do not differ in subjectively and objectively measured physical activity. While participants with neck pain reported higher neck disability and fear of movement, these factors did not significantly relate to physical activity levels. Perceived activity level was related to pain threshold and tolerance at local neck muscles sites (C2 paraspinal muscle and upper trapezius muscle), whereas measured activity was related to generalized pain sensitivity, as measured at the tibialis anterior muscle site.

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