Physical and Cognitive-Affective Factors Associated With Fatigue in Individuals With Fibromyalgia: A Multiple Regression Analysis

2015 ◽  
Vol 29 (3) ◽  
pp. 291-300
Author(s):  
Veronica Muller ◽  
Jessica Brooks ◽  
Wei-Mo Tu ◽  
Erin Moser ◽  
Chu-Ling Lo ◽  
...  

Purpose: The main objective of this study was to determine the extent to which physical and cognitive-affective factors are associated with fibromyalgia (FM) fatigue.Method: A quantitative descriptive design using correlation techniques and multiple regression analysis. The participants consisted of 302 members of the National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Association.Results: The results indicated all of the predictor variables were significantly related to FM fatigue; however, in the regression model, only pain intensity and sleep quality uniquely contributed to fatigue.Conclusions: These findings suggest that FM fatigue treatment should focus on physical factors before addressing other symptoms. The implications for rehabilitation counselors in developing evidence-based approaches to fatigue management are discussed.

2017 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 53
Author(s):  
Tria Rohmansyah ◽  
Sudarijati Sudarijati

This research purpose how the influence of their own capital and loan capital of net income cooperative in Sukabumi City. This research is quantitative descriptive study using multiple regression analysis. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling where the sampling is based on certain criteria. From the established criteria, obtained 11 (eleven) sample cooperative in sukabumi city with the observation period of 2 (two) years for each sample cooperative. The research analysis tools using multiple regression analysis. Simultaneous hypothesis testing using the F and partial test using t-test with a probability level of 5 percent (0,05). F-test result explain that the own capital and loan capital Simultaneous have a positive and significant effect on net income cooperative. t-test results showed that the own capital have a positive and significant effect on net income. While loan capital is not have significant impact on net income cooperative in Sukabumi City.Key words : Equity, Loan Capital, Net Profit Margin


2016 ◽  
Vol 25 (5) ◽  
pp. 580-585 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sho Dohzono ◽  
Akinobu Suzuki ◽  
Tatsuya Koike ◽  
Shinji Takahashi ◽  
Kentaro Yamada ◽  
...  

OBJECTIVE Increasing soft-tissue mass posterior to the odontoid process causes spinal cord compression. Retro-odontoid pseudotumors are considered to be associated with atlantoaxial instability in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), but the exact mechanism by which these lesions develop has not been elucidated. The purpose of this study was to identify the relationships between retro-odontoid soft-tissue (ROST) thickness and radiological findings or clinical data in patients with RA. METHODS A total of 201 patients with RA who had been followed up at the outpatient clinic of the authors' institution were enrolled in this study. ROST thickness was evaluated on midsagittal T1-weighted MRI. The correlations between ROST thickness and radiographic findings or clinical data on RA were examined. The independent factors related to ROST thickness were analyzed using stepwise multiple regression analysis. RESULTS The average thickness of ROST was 3.0 ± 1.4 mm. ROST thickness showed an inverse correlation with disease duration (r = −0.329, p < 0.01), Steinbrocker stage (r = −0.284, p < 0.01), the atlantodental interval (ADI) in the neutral position (r = −0.326, p < 0.01), the ADI in the flexion position (r = −0.383, p < 0.01), and the ADI in the extension position (r = −0.240, p < 0.01). On stepwise multiple regression analysis, ADI in the flexion position and Steinbrocker stage were independent factors associated with ROST thickness. CONCLUSIONS Although the correlations were not strong, ROST thickness in patients with RA was inversely correlated with ADI and Steinbrocker stage. In other words, ROST thickness tends to be smaller as atlantoaxial instability and peripheral joint destruction worsen. Clinical trial registration no.: UMIN000000980 (UMIN Clinical Trials Registry)


2021 ◽  
Vol 80 (Suppl 1) ◽  
pp. 536-536
Author(s):  
K. Misaki ◽  
E. Tanaka ◽  
E. Inoue ◽  
K. Tsuritani ◽  
S. Matsumoto ◽  
...  

Background:The ORIGAMI study is a multicenter, observational study to evaluate the effectiveness, safety, and patient-reported outcomes of abatacept (ABA) in Japanese patients with csDMARD-resistant, Simplified Disease Activity Index (SDAI)-moderate, biologic-naïve rheumatoid arthritis (RA). ABA has shown better effectiveness/efficacy in RA patients with anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide antibody (ACPA) positive (1) and high ACPA titer (2) compared to ACPA negative and low ACPA titer, respectively. However, more accurate predictors of effectiveness in clinical practice are needed than ACPA status.Objectives:This post-hoc analysis is aimed to determine the association between ACPA and ABA effectiveness (disease activity and physical function) or retention rate and to investigate other factors associated with the effectiveness of ABA in patients enrolled in the ORIGAMI study.Methods:Of the 279 patients in the effectiveness analysis set of the ORIGAMI study, 270 patients with baseline ACPA measurement were analyzed. The patients were divided into the ACPA-positive group (ACPA +ve, ≥4.5 U/mL at baseline) and the ACPA-negative group (ACPA –ve, <4.5 U/mL). Patients’ characteristics, changes in disease activity and physical function (Japanese Health Assessment Questionnaire; J-HAQ) through 52 weeks, and retention rates of ABA at week 52 were evaluated. Baseline characteristics and use of concomitant drugs were analyzed as independent variables by multiple regression analysis using a standard linear model adjusted by SDAI at week 0 to identify factors associated with SDAI change at week 52. In addition, the interaction effects among ACPA status, RF status, and the factor that was significantly associated with SDAI change in multiple regression analysis on changes in SDAI were explored.Results:The numbers of ACPA +ve and –ve patients were 226 and 44, respectively. ACPA values (mean ± SD, U/mL) were 280.3 ± 376.8 and 0.9 ± 0.7, and rheumatoid factor (RF) values were 174.8 ± 302.6 and 20.9 ± 61.7 in the ACPA +ve and –ve groups, respectively. Mean (95% confidence interval) changes in SDAI at week 52 were −11.3 (−12.4 to −10.3) and −8.0 (−10.5 to −5.5), and those in J-HAQ were −0.27 (−0.34 to −0.20) and −0.16 (−0.34 to 0.01) in the ACPA +ve and –ve groups, respectively. In the Kaplan–Meier analysis, the retention rates of ABA at week 52 in the ACPA +ve and –ve groups were 72.1% and 58.7%, (discontinuation for any reason), and 91.6% and 75.7% (discontinuation because of lack of effectiveness), respectively. In a multiple regression analysis, the duration of disease (< 1 year) was associated with the change in SDAI at week 52. With respect to SDAI changes, the estimated difference of ACPA +ve and disease duration (< 1 year), ACPA +ve and disease duration (≥1 year), and ACPA –ve and disease duration (< 1 year), versus ACPA −ve and disease duration (≥ 1 year), were −4.26 (p = 0.022), −0.82 (p = 0.618), and −0.93 (p = 0.716), respectively (Fig. 1). The estimated difference of ACPA +ve and RF +ve, ACPA +ve and RF –ve, and ACPA –ve and RF +ve, versus ACPA –ve and RF –ve, were −2.48 (p = 0.060), −2.77 (p = 0.107), and −5.48 (p = 0.087), respectively.Conclusion:A higher retention rate as well as better effectiveness of ABA on disease activity and physical function in ACPA +ve group versus ACPA –ve group were shown in the simple subgroup analysis. ABA effectiveness on the SDAI change was significantly better in patients with disease duration <1 year and ACPA +ve compared to those with ACPA −ve and disease duration ≥ 1 year.References:[1]Harrold LR et al. J Rheumatol 2018;45(1):32–39.[2]Sokolove J et al. Ann Rheum Dis 2016;75(4):709–714.Disclosure of Interests:Kenta Misaki Speakers bureau: Eisai Co., Ltd., AbbVie GK, Eli Lilly Japan K.K., Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Grant/research support from: Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Eiichi Tanaka Speakers bureau: AbbVie GK, Asahi Kasei Pharma Corporation, Astellas Pharma Inc, Ayumi Pharmaceutical Corporation, Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Eisai Co., Ltd., Eli Lilly Japan K.K., GlaxoSmithKline K.K., Kyowa Pharma Chemical Co., Ltd., Janssen Pharmaceutical K.K., Mochida Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Pfizer, Takeda Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd, and Teijin Pharma Ltd., Eisuke Inoue Speakers bureau: Pfizer Japan, Bristol-Myers Squibb K.K., Katsuki Tsuritani Employee of: Bristol-Myers Squibb K.K., Shigeru Matsumoto Employee of: Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Hisashi Yamanaka Consultant of: Bristol-Myers Squibb K.K., masayoshi harigai Speakers bureau: AbbVie GK, Ayumi Pharmaceutical Corporation, Bristol-Myers Squibb K.K., Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Eisai Co., Ltd., Eli Lilly Japan K.K., Pfizer Japan Inc., and Takeda Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Consultant of: AbbVie GK, Bristol-Myers Squibb K.K., Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Eli Lilly Japan K.K., and Gilead Sciences Inc., Grant/research support from: AbbVie GK, and Asahi Kasei Corp., Astellas Pharma Inc., Ayumi Pharmaceutical Corporation, Bristol-Myers Squibb K.K., Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Daiichi-Sankyo, Inc., Eisai Co., Ltd., Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Corporation., Nippon Kayaku Co., Ltd., Taisho Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., and Takeda Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.


2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Reina Athira ◽  
Wiwik Rachmarwi

<em>This study aims to determine the effect of purchasing decisions by consumers on product quality and prices on coffee products in Ruangopi. This research is quantitative descriptive. Type of the research was descriptive verification that with the depiction and exposure variables studied and then pulled conclusion. Research variable which being independent variable was a product quality  and the price as well as the purchasing decisions as the dependent variable. The population in this study were consumers who came to Ruangopi for 1 month. Sampling in this study using random sampling to 83 consumers who buy coffee in Ruangopi. Test instruments conducted with validity test and reliability test and analysis techniques used were multiple regression analysis.</em>


2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 160-167
Author(s):  
Abdul Ghani Kanesan Abdullah ◽  
Ying-Leh Ling ◽  
Azians Binti Abu Hassan

This quantitative descriptive study aimed to identify the influence of school culture on spirituality in workplace. A total of 540 randomly selected teachers were selected from 36 secondary schools in Penang as respondent in the study. Data for this survey were collected through a questionnaire which was adapted from literature review (Al-Amin, 2012; Maslowski, 2001; Yaakob, 2007). The results of multiple regression analysis showed that school culture had positive and significant influence on spiritual at workplace. In term of the implications, this study showed that the leaders need to inculcate spirituality at work by creating a positive culture.


2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 133 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dina Hariani ◽  
Myrza Rahmanita ◽  
Rahmat Ingkadijaya

As the market of halal tourism destinations has increasingly become more competitive, the revisit intention topic has progressively become prominent to emphasize on. This research is designed to find out how much influence of the availability of Muslim-friendly facilities to Indonesian Muslim tourist to revisit intention to Japan. The methodology of this research is quantitative descriptive research in which questionnaire is the major tool in collected the primary data for analysis. The total sample of 100 Indonesian Muslim tourist is obtained for the analysis. The simple and multiple regression analysis are adopted to examine the key factors which significantly predict the revisit intention. The results of this research indicates that Muslim-friendly facilities likes halal hotel, halal restaurant, and prayer room are positively related to the revisit intention. The biggest need of Indonesian Muslim tourist is the availabity of halal restaurants. Regarding the situation of Muslim friendly facilities in Japan, Indonesian Muslim still finds it difficult to locate the facilities despite its availability.


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