P094 A COMPARISON OF EXERCISE MEASURES AMONG ADULTS WITH INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE

2020 ◽  
Vol 26 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S8-S8
Author(s):  
Suja Davis ◽  
Carlos Melendez ◽  
Patricia Crane ◽  
Millie Long

Abstract Background Individuals with IBD, comprised of Crohn’s disease (CD) and Ulcerative Colitis (UC), often have ongoing gastrointestinal symptoms that limit their ability to exercise. Importantly, exercise can help to maintain remission in individuals with IBD. Other positive health outcomes of exercise include improvement in quality of life, social and psychological well-being, weight maintenance, bone health, fatigue management and maintaining muscle mass and function. Unfortunately, many of the tools used to measure exercise are burdensome for clinical utility or are not applicable to the IBD population. The purpose of this secondary analysis was to determine if one question related to physical activity would capture exercise in adults with either UC or CD and those with active or inactive disease. Methods This study is a cross-sectional study using the data obtained from IBD Partners, an internet-based longitudinal cohort of adults ≥ 18 year of age living with IBD. This secondary analysis includes only those participants without a current ostomy or pouch, who completed demographic information, disease activity and exercise characteristics. Disease activity was measured via the simple clinical colitis activity index (SCCAI) for UC and the short Crohn’s disease activity index (sCDAI) for CD. Exercise was measured via the Godin Leisure -Time Activity Index (GLTA) questionnaire that assessed type of exercise and intensity for the past seven days. A separate measurement of physical activity included a single question: “How often did you participate in 1 or more physical activities of 20–30 minutes’ duration per session during your leisure time within the past 6 months?” measured via a 6-point ordered category item. Results A total of 8327 patients with IBD were included. Most (63%) of the participants had CD, and 54% were in remission. Majority of the participants were physically active based on GLTA scores (49.7%), and one question physical activity scores (62%; combined scores of 5 & 6). Polychoric correlation coefficient was computed, with a strong correlation between GLTA and the one question (r = 0.74, p < 0.001). Ordinal regression analysis between the one physical activity question and IBD type (UC vs CD) yielded higher odds of physical activity with UC (Odds ratio (OR)=1.2, 95% CI [1.11 -1.31], p < 0.0001). Similar results were noted with ordinal regression analysis between GLTA scores and UC;(OR=1.2, 95% CI [1.09 -1.3], p < 0.0001). Conclusions Both GLTA and the single question of physical activity were highly correlated. The ordinal regression results were comparable for both measures. Adoption of the single physical activity question may adequately reflect exercise status in IBD patients and reduce burden for clinical use. Further longitudinal studies are need to support the use of one question in measuring exercise in those with IBD.

2019 ◽  
Vol 47 (8) ◽  
pp. 1189-1197 ◽  
Author(s):  
Silje Halvorsen Sveaas ◽  
Hanne Dagfinrud ◽  
Melissa Woll Johansen ◽  
Elisabeth Pedersen ◽  
Ole-Martin Wold ◽  
...  

Objective.To explore the longterm effect of a 3-month exercise program on leisure time physical activity level in individuals with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA).Methods.A secondary analysis was performed on data from 100 individuals with axSpA who were included in a randomized controlled trial. The exercise group (EG) participated in a 3-month exercise program while the control group (CG) received no intervention. Physical activity during leisure time was measured with a questionnaire (physically active: ≥ 1 h/week with moderate/vigorous intensity physical activity). Disease activity was measured with the Ankylosing Spondylitis Disease Activity Scale (ASDAS; higher score = worst). Statistical analyses were performed on an intention-to-treat basis using chi-square tests, logistic regression, and mixed models.Results.At the 12-month followup, significantly more individuals in the EG than in the CG were physically active [29 (67%) vs 13 (30%), p < 0.001] and exercised 2–3 times/week [25 (58%) vs 15 (34%), p = 0.02], and fewer exercised at light intensity [3 (8%) vs 14 (44%), p = 0.002]. “Participation in the EG” (OR 6.7, 95% CI 2.4–18.6, p < 0.001) and “being physically active at baseline” (OR 4.7, 95% CI 1.4–15.8, p = 0.01) were the factors most associated with being physically active. There were no differences between the groups in ASDAS (p = 0.79).Conclusion.A 3-month exercise program had a beneficial longterm effect on leisure time physical activity in individuals with axSpA, thus indicating a more beneficial health profile. Still, few individuals continued the intensive program, and there was no difference between the groups in disease activity after 12 months. (ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT02356874)


BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (12) ◽  
pp. e040865
Author(s):  
Weicong Cai ◽  
Shangmin Chen ◽  
Liping Li ◽  
Pengying Yue ◽  
Xiaofan Yu ◽  
...  

ObjectivesData on the problem of physical activity-related injury (PARI) in university students and the risk factors for PARI among different genders are rare. We conducted a multicentre population-based study to investigate the occurrence of PARI and to explore the gender-specific risk factors for PARI among Chinese university students.DesignCross-sectional study.ParticipantsA total of 5341 students in grades 1–3 at eight universities in four Chinese cities were selected to complete the online questionnaires during March and April 2017. The questionnaires assessed sociodemographic characteristics, physical activity PA) involvement, sleep duration, sedentary behaviour and PARI experiences in the past 12 months.Main outcome measuresPARI during the past 12 months.ResultsAmong the 5341 participants, 1293 suffered from at least one PARI in the past 12 months, with an overall incidence rate of 24.2% (males: 26.2%, females: 23.2%) and an injury risk of 0.38 injuries/student/year (males: 0.48, females: 0.32). Over half of the injured (57.3%) experienced a withdrawal time of PA and nearly two-fifths (39.6%) required medical attention. Irrespective of gender, Shantou and Xi’an students, sports team members and those who engaged in sports and leisure-time vigorous-intensity PA (VPA) at a higher frequency were more likely to suffer from PARI. Male students who participated in sports and leisure-time VPA for long durations had a greater likelihood of sustaining PARI, while having a chronic condition and being involved in sports and leisure-time moderate-intensity PA at a higher frequency and longer duration were potential contributors to PARI among females.ConclusionsThe occurrence of PARI and its risk factors differed by gender, which provides a direction towards developing targeted and effective gender-specific preventative programmes to protect Chinese university students from PARI.


2012 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 213-219 ◽  
Author(s):  
Merom Dafna ◽  
Cosgrove Carmen ◽  
Venugopal Kamalesh ◽  
Bauman Adrian

BMJ Open ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (9) ◽  
pp. e021845 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yang Gao ◽  
Weicong Cai ◽  
Lijie Gao ◽  
Jingjing Wang ◽  
Jiehui Liang ◽  
...  

ObjectivesThis study aimed to investigate the epidemiological characteristics and preliminarily explore possible risk factors of physical activity-related injury (PARI) occurrences among Chinese university students via a multicentre mixed survey.DesignCross-sectional study.ParticipantsA total of 4758 undergraduates graded 1–3 in nine universities in three Chinese cities were enrolled via cluster random sampling and completed the self-administered online questionnaires during March and April 2017.Main outcome measuresPARI in the past 12 months.ResultsOf the 4758 participants, 1081 sustained PARI in the past 12 months, with an overall PARI incidence rate of 22.7% (27.3% (367/1343) in males and 20.9%(714/3415) in females). Around one-quarter of the injured (26.4%) suffered from PARI over at least three episodes. More than half of the injured subjects experienced physical activity (PA) absenteeism and sought medical attention. All PA indicators were significantly and positively associated with PARI, with a frequency of sports and leisure-time vigorous-intensity PA (VPA) participation being the strongest (adjusted OR: 1.079, 95% CI: 1.018 to 1.144). Moreover, males (OR=1.199), Shantou students (OR=4.239), year 1 students (OR=1.287), university and other sports team members (OR=1.717–2.360) and those with insufficient sleep time (OR=1.262–1.333) were also at a higher risk of PARI.ConclusionsPARI is prevalent among university students in China. The frequency of sports and leisure-time VPA participation was most strongly associated with PARI among all PA indicators. These data can inform future programmes for injury intervention among university students. Safety issues should also be emphasised when promoting PA among the public to reduce PARI.


2003 ◽  
Vol 89 (6) ◽  
pp. 646-655 ◽  
Author(s):  
Simonetta Salvini ◽  
Calogero Saieva ◽  
Anna Vittoria Ciardullo ◽  
Salvatore Panico ◽  
Giovanna Masala ◽  
...  

The European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and nutrition offers the opportunity to explore patterns of physical activity in a large series of healthy adults enrolled in the different local cohorts of the Italian section of the European EPIC project. Physical activity is considered one of the means by which chronic disease could be prevented. Subjects in the EPIC study completed a life-style questionnaire, with a section dedicated to the assessment of physical activity at work and during leisure time. Time spent in the various activities was transformed into an index of physical activity (physical activity level, PAL) and an activity index that includes intense activity (PAL; intense activity included). Quintiles of these indexes were computed in order to observe the distribution of subject characteristics according to levels of physical activity. In general, the population was characterized by low levels of physical activity at work, with more than 50% of the sample reporting sedentary occupations. During leisure time, only a small percentage of subjects compensated for the inactivity at work by engaging in energy-consuming activities. In particular, organized fitness activities were reported by a small percentage of people, whereas walking was the most common sort of physical activity. Specific types of activity seemed to characterize subjects in the different areas of the country, reflecting local traditions or specific living situations. Detailed information about physical activity habits, together with a description of other characteristics, could help in designing physical activity promotion programs in different Italian populations and age groups.


2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ilse Schilderinck ◽  
Carlijn Lamers ◽  
Nicole de Roos

Abstract Objectives Data on diet and physical activity in ulcerative colitis patients are scarce and frequently mixed with data of patients with Crohn's disease. Therefore, the objective of this study is to investigate habitual diet and physical activity of ulcerative colitis patients and to determine whether there is an association with disease activity. Methods In this cross-sectional study, data of 172 subjects were collected via an online questionnaire that consisted of several validated questionnaires: the Patient Simple Clinical Colitis Activity Index (P-SCCAI) to assess disease activity, a Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) to assess habitual nutrient intake and the Short QUestionnaire to ASsess Health-enhancing physical activity (SQUASH) to assess habitual physical activity. Nutrient intake was used to calculate the Adjusted Dietary Inflammatory Index (ADII). Physical activity data were used to calculate intensity levels (light, moderate or vigorous intensity) and duration of activity (min/week). These were used combined with age to calculate activity scores. Correlations between the ADII and physical activity with disease activity were investigated. Results The ADII ranged from −5.45 to 3.79 with a mean (±SD) of 0.00 (±1.55). The mean ADII was anti-inflammatory (−0.08) in subjects in remission, while it was pro-inflammatory in subjects with mild and moderately active ulcerative colitis (0.06 and 0.42, respectively), although the correlation between ADII and disease activity was not significant. With regard to physical activity, most minutes per week were spent on light to moderate activity at work or school (median [IQR] of 1375 [825]). The activity with the highest activity score was heavy activity at work or school (median [IQR] of 2160 [6480]). Subjects mostly performed activities of light intensity (median [IQR] of 840 [1575]). No significant differences in intensity levels, duration and activity score between subjects in remission and mild or moderately active ulcerative colitis were found. Also, no correlations were found between intensity levels, duration and activity score with disease activity. Conclusions We found no associations of diet and physical activity with disease activity in patients with ulcerative colitis. Funding Sources N.A.


Doctor Ru ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (10) ◽  
pp. 27-32
Author(s):  
А.R. Tahirova ◽  
◽  
I.V. Sichinava ◽  
O.F. Savvateeva ◽  
E.V. Borisova ◽  
...  

Study Objective: To analyse the activity dynamics of Crohn’s disease (CD) and the quality of life (QoL) of children aged 8–17 years. Study Design: Open prospective non-randomized comparative study. Materials and Methods. The quality of life was assessed in 37 healthy children and 28 children with Crohn's disease (17 boys and 11 girls). Disease activity (Paediatric Crohn’s Disease Activity Index, PCDAI) was determined using PedsQL 4.0 Generic Core Scales questionnaire which comprises assessment of health and activity, child’s attitude, problems with interpersonal relations, and progress at school. Observation spanned over 18 months; tests parameters were assessed at the beginning (first visit), after 6, 12 and 18 months. QoL was assessed by both children and their parents, the indicators were assessed over time and compared with the levels of activity, the duration of the disease, and the presence of extraintestinal manifestations of the disease. Study Results. Children with CD aged 8–17 years demonstrated a decrease in the majority of PedsQL 4.0 parameters. The shifts are observed both when QoL is assessed by children and their parents. The therapy in these patients is accompanied by positive QoL dynamics; these changes occur in parallel with a decrease in the values of the CD activity index, suggesting the possibility of using the QoL parameters to predict the course of the disease and the effectiveness of the treatment in this population. PCDAI values in subjects demonstrated moderate statistically significant negative correlations with “Physical activity” (r = –0.412), “Attitude” (r = –0.364), “Psychosocial functioning” (r = –0.306) and “School life” (r = –0.344) and the overall PedsQL 4.0 values (r = –0.406). The duration of the disease has statistically significant negative correlation with “Physical activity” (r = –0.386), “Attitude” (r = –0.423), “Psychosocial functioning” (r = –0.345), and the integral PedsQL 4.0 value (r = –0.397); the presence of extraintestinal manifestations demonstrated moderate negative correlation with “Physical activity” (r = –0.342), “School life” (r = –0.431) and overall value (r = –0.372). Conclusion. Monitoring of the health-related quality of life should become a mandatory component of the examination and management of children with inflammatory bowel diseases, since this category of patients is characterized by a significant decrease relative to the corresponding indicators in healthy peers. Keywords: inflammatory bowel disorder, Crohn’s disease, quality of life, disease activity, extraintestinal manifestations.


2018 ◽  
Vol 33 (4) ◽  
pp. 534-540
Author(s):  
Rosenda Murillo ◽  
Bozena J. Katic ◽  
Tailisha Gonzalez ◽  
Elizabeth Vasquez ◽  
Sandra Echeverria

Purpose: To examine the association of perceived risk of prediabetes and diabetes with leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) and weight loss, and determine whether the association of risk perception with LTPA and weight loss varies by race/ethnicity. Design: Cross-sectional. Setting: National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2011-2014. Subjects: Non-Latino white, non-Latino black, and Latino nondiabetic and nonprediabetic NHANES participants ≥18 years of age who were not underweight (n = 9550). Measures: Demographic characteristics, LTPA, attempted weight loss, and perceived risk of prediabetes or diabetes. Analysis: Log-binomial regression models were fit to assess the association of perceived risk with meeting LTPA recommendations and having attempted to lose weight, overall and by race/ethnicity. Results: Individuals reporting that they perceived they could be at risk for diabetes/prediabetes were less likely to meet LTPA recommendations (adjusted prevalence ratio [aPR]: 0.87; 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.79-0.95), but significantly more likely to report attempting weight loss in the past year (aPR: 1.14; 95%CI: 1.04-1.25), compared with those reporting no risk perception. Latino and non-Latino blacks who perceived they could be at risk for diabetes/prediabetes were 25% and 35% more likely to report trying to lose weight in the past year (aPR: 1.25; 95% CI: 1.08-1.44 and aPR: 1.35; 95% CI: 1.19-1.54, respectively), compared with Latino and non-Latino blacks that did not perceive being at risk. In contrast, non-Latino whites who perceived they were at risk were 20% less likely to report meeting LTPA recommendations (aPR: 0.80; 95% CI: 0.72-0.89), compared with non-Latino whites reporting no risk perception. Conclusion: Findings highlight the role of perceived risk for prediabetes and diabetes in LTPA and weight loss, with findings varying by race/ethnicity. Awareness of prediabetes and diabetes risk could contribute to efforts aimed at improving LTPA and weight loss.


2021 ◽  
Vol 80 (Suppl 1) ◽  
pp. 1281.2-1281
Author(s):  
A. Feki ◽  
I. Sellami ◽  
R. Akrout ◽  
S. Ben Jemaa ◽  
Z. Gassara ◽  
...  

Background:Physical activity (PA) is associated with multiple health-related benefits among the general population and adults with chronic diseases like Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) [1]. As known, AS affects primarily enthesis and can lead to loss of function and decreased mobility.Objectives:The aim of this study was to explore the PA levels of adults with AS and to examine associations between PA, sociodemographic characteristics, immunological features, disease activity and treatment type.Methods:Cross-sectional clinical and laboratory data were collected on 68 AS patients. BASDAI (Bath ankylosing spondylarthritis disease activity index) and BASFI (Bath ankylosing spondylarthritis functional index) were calculated. Physical activity was measured using IPAQ-SF (International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form). Its items record the time spent on physical activity of three intensity levels (vigorous, moderate and walking) as well as the time spent on sitting (referred to as sedentary in this study) in the past week. Both continuous (expressed as metabolic equivalent of task (MET)-min /week) and categorical (3 levels proposed: low, moderate and high level of PA) scores of IPAQ-SF were determined. Sedentary time (median) was reported in minutes/week. A p value < 0.05 was considered significant.Results:Cross-sectional clinical and laboratory data were collected on 68 AS patients. BASDAI (Bath ankylosing spondylarthritis disease activity index) and BASFI (Bath ankylosing spondylarthritis functional index) were calculated. Physical activity was measured using IPAQ-SF (International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form). Its items record the time spent on physical activity of three intensity levels (vigorous, moderate and walking) as well as the time spent on sitting (referred to as sedentary in this study) in the past week. Both continuous (expressed as metabolic equivalent of task (MET)-min /week) and categorical (3 levels proposed: low, moderate and high level of PA) scores of IPAQ-SF were determined. Sedentary time (median) was reported in minutes/week. A p value < 0.05 was considered significant.Conclusion:Our study proved that physical activity in people with AS decreased with age and activity disease with a concomitant increase in sedentary activity. Given the risks of developing secondary chronic disease as a result of low levels of physical activity, physical exercise should be recommended as part of comprehensive AS care.References:[1]Conigliaro P, Triggianese P, Ippolito F, Lucchetti R, Chimenti MS, Perricone R. Insights on the Role of Physical Activity in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Drug Dev Res. 2014;75:S54–6.Disclosure of Interests:None declared.


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