scholarly journals The Association between Difficulty Seeing and Physical Activity among 17,777 Adults Residing in Spain

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (21) ◽  
pp. 4267 ◽  
Author(s):  
Guillermo F. López-Sánchez ◽  
Igor Grabovac ◽  
Damiano Pizzol ◽  
Lin Yang ◽  
Lee Smith
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Contact Lenses ◽  
Low Vision ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Population Based ◽  
National Health Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Reduced Physical Activity ◽  
Obesity Hypertension ◽  
The Impact

This is the first representative population-based study exploring the association between difficulty seeing (i.e., low vision) and physical activity in Spain. Cross-sectional data from the Spanish National Health Survey 2017 were analysed (n = 17,777, ≥15 years; 52% females). Difficulty seeing was self-reported in response to the question ‘‘Do you have difficulty seeing?” The international physical activity questionnaire (IPAQ) short form was used to measure level of physical activity. Multivariable logistic regression was used to assess associations overall and by age group (15–49, 50–64, ≥65 years). Covariates included in the analysis were sex, age, education, marital status, use of glasses or contact lenses, cataracts, diabetes, obesity, hypertension, smoking and alcohol consumption. The overall prevalence of difficulty seeing was 11%, and the overall prevalence of participating in less than 600 metabolic equivalent (MET)-min/week of physical activity was 30.2%. After adjustment for covariates, difficulty seeing was associated with significantly higher odds of performing less than 600 MET-min/week of physical activity with the odds ratio (OR) = 1.222 (95% confidence interval = 1.099–1.357). Considering the impact on health and quality of life due to reduced physical activity in people with difficulty seeing, at least 600 MET-min/week of physical activity should be promoted to this population.

scholarly journals Association between Physical Activity and Comorbidities in Spanish People with Asthma-COPD Overlap

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (14) ◽  
pp. 7580
Author(s):  
Sheila Sánchez Castillo ◽  
Lee Smith ◽  
Arturo Díaz Suárez ◽  
Guillermo Felipe López Sánchez
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Short Form ◽  
National Health Survey ◽  
Lumbar Pain ◽  
Chronic Obstructive ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Obstructive Pulmonary Disease ◽  
Logistic Regression Models ◽  
Adjusted Model ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are important conditions which often coexist. Higher rates of comorbidities among people with asthma-COPD overlap (ACO) may complicate clinical management. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of 30 different comorbidities and to analyze associations between these comorbidities and physical activity (PA) in Spanish people with ACO. Cross-sectional data from the Spanish National Health Survey 2017 were analyzed. A total of 198 Spanish people with ACO aged 15–69 years (60.6% women) were included in this study. PA was measured with the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) short form. Diagnosis of chronic conditions were self-reported. Associations between PA and comorbidities were analyzed using multivariable logistic regression models. The most prevalent comorbidities were chronic allergy (58.1%), chronic lumbar pain (42.4%), chronic cervical pain (38.4%), hypertension (33.3%) and arthrosis (31.8%). A PA level lower than 600 MET·min/week was significantly associated with urinary incontinence (OR = 3.499, 95% CI = 1.369–8.944) and osteoporosis (OR = 3.056, 95% CI = 1.094–8.538) in the final adjusted model. Therefore, the potential influence of PA on reducing the risk of these conditions among people with ACO should be considered, not only because of the health benefits, but also because PA can contribute to a more sustainable world.

scholarly journals THE IMPACT OF INTERNET-ENABLED PHONES ON PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AMONG STUDENTS OF TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 37-42
Author(s):  
Asma Khalid
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Smart Phones ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Tertiary Institutions ◽  
Prolonged Time ◽  
Media Applications ◽  
The Impact

BACKGROUND AND AIMS Smart phones usage is rapidly progressing day by day in young adults’ lives who have become habituated and less indulged in physical activities. Thus, this study is aimed to measure the impact of internet-enabled smart phones on physical activity of students. METHODOLOGY An online cross-sectional survey was conducted among students aged 18-30 years studying in tertiary institutions. Internet-Connectedness Index and International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form were formulated in the Google Docs and distributed to participants via email or social media applications. RESULTS A total number of 252 students participated in study revealed that majority of users have own computer for prolonged time with broadband and 3G internet. Only (4.4%) participants have performed vigorous and (5.6%) moderate activities 7 days a week. Whereas (27.8%) participants spent their time sitting at desk, visiting friends, reading, sitting or lying down to watch TV for <2 hours (27.8%), <4 hours (21.8%) while >8 hours (23%) respectively. This showed that with the increased use of internet, young adults performed low physical activity. CONCLUSION It was concluded that majority of young adults have used internet for prolonged time on computer/laptop/cell phones whereas limited participants reported to have regular physical activity however, no significant association was found between the impacts of internet-connectedness with physical activity.

scholarly journals Analysis of Physical Activity and Comorbidities in Spanish Asthmatics

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (13) ◽  
pp. 5256
Author(s):  
Sheila Sánchez Castillo ◽  
Lee Smith ◽  
Arturo Díaz Suárez ◽  
Guillermo Felipe López Sánchez
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Short Form ◽  
National Health Survey ◽  
Lumbar Pain ◽  
Chronic Obstructive ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Obstructive Pulmonary Disease ◽  
Metabolic Equivalent Of Task ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Chronic Anxiety

The prevalence of comorbidities in asthmatics is high. Comorbidities may complicate the clinical management of asthma, increasing the risk for exacerbation and even death. The objective of the present research was to establish the prevalence of 31 asthma comorbidities and to assess the association of these comorbidities with physical activity (PA) in Spanish asthmatics. Data of the Spanish National Health Survey 2017 (cross-sectional design) were used in this study. A total of 1014 people (42.1% males) with asthma participated in this study (age range 15–69 years). The IPAQ (International Physical Activity Questionnaire) short form was the instrument administered to evaluate PA (exposure), and the self-reported answer to the question “Have you ever been diagnosed with…?” determined the presence of comorbidities (outcomes). This association was assessed by multivariable logistic regression. Results demonstrated a huge presence of comorbidities (89.3%). The most prevalent were chronic allergy (61.1%), chronic lumbar pain (28.7%), chronic cervical pain (24.2%), high cholesterol (20.9%), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) (19.4%), migraine (19.2%) and hypertension (19.3%). PA level under 600 metabolic equivalent of task (MET)·min/week showed a significant association with urinary incontinence (3.10 [1.62–5.94]), osteoporosis (1.90 [1.00–3.61]) and chronic anxiety (1.69 [1.13–2.53]). Therefore, comorbidities and PA levels should be considered in the prevention and treatment of asthmatics, in order to improve their quality of life.

scholarly journals The Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic Restrictions on Physical Activity and Psychological Characteristics of the Iranian People

2022 ◽  
Author(s):  
Esmaeel Saemi ◽  
Hadi Nobari ◽  
Georgian Badicu ◽  
Habibollah Ghazizadeh ◽  
Ali Pashabadi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Health Indicators ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Wilcoxon Test ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Impact

Abstract BackgroundThe aim of this study was to investigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions on physical activity behaviours, as well as on mental health indicators among Iranian residents. MethodsIn this cross-sectional study, 335 participants were included (155 males, mean age = 30.06 ± 14.58 years). The eligibility criteria for this study were as follows; 1- Having at least 10 years of age. 2- Having a minimum literacy rate 3- Ability to work with networks of smart communication devices such as smartphones and computers 4- Living in Iran for the past 5 years. Participants were selected through the convenience sampling and filled out an online questionnaire measuring physical activity behaviours (The International Physical Activity Questionnaire; IPAQ; Short Form) and two mental health indicators – self-esteem (Rosenberg self-esteem scale) and social physical anxiety (7-items social physique anxiety scale). ResultsThe results of Wilcoxon test showed that participants reported significant differences from before to during the pandemic in all three variables of physical activity (significant decreases), self-esteem (significant decreases), and social physical anxiety (significant increases). This difference was found, regardless of participants’ gender. The results of Spearman correlation test between changes in physical activity and changes in mental health indicators showed that COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacted self-esteem and social physical anxiety. However, we have not found any significant association of physical activity’s change with social physical anxiety or self-esteem’s changes before and during the pandemic. ConclusionsIn sum, the findings of the present study indicate a detrimental effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the physical activity and mental health among Iranian’s residents. Public policies aiming to buffer the negative impact on COVID-19 Iranians’ health are urgently needed.

scholarly journals A cross-sectional study of physical activity behaviour and associations with wellbeing during the UK coronavirus lockdown

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carly Wood ◽  
Jo Barton ◽  
Nina Smyth
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Active Group ◽  
Behaviour Change Techniques ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Nature Connection ◽  
Equal Importance ◽  
The Uk ◽  
The Impact

Background: During the UK coronavirus restrictions, individuals were limited to one bout of daily physical activity (PA). This study aimed to analyse the impact of the UK coronavirus lockdown on PA and wellbeing measures. Methods: UK adults participated in an online survey reporting their average weekly PA prior to lockdown, alongside the previous week, via the International PA Questionnaire Short Form. Participants perceptions of PA importance during lockdown were rated as more, less, or of equal importance. Mental health was assessed via depression, anxiety, stress, wellbeing and nature connection. Mixed ANOVAs explored changes in PA by perceived importance; whilst a one-way between ANOVA compared the effect of PA category on wellbeing. Results: A significant interaction showed that moderate PA significantly increased when PA was perceived to be more important (p&lt;.001) or of equal importance (p=.002); whilst total PA significantly increased when PA was perceived to be more important (p=.005), and significantly decreased in the less importance group (p=.002). Time sitting significantly increased in all importance groups (all p&lt;.002). Those with ‘low’ PA had significantly worse scores than the ‘high’ active group on wellbeing (p=.001); depression (p&lt;.001); anxiety (p&lt;.001); stress (p=.001); and nature connection (p=.001); and significantly worse scores for all measures except nature connection than the moderately active group (all p&lt;0.05).Conclusions: PA during lockdown varied by PA importance; whilst individuals with ‘low’ PA levels had worse wellbeing. Strategies to increase PA and improve wellbeing should utilise behaviour change techniques in order to change perceptions of the importance of PA.

scholarly journals Associations between Physical Activity and Comorbidities in People with COPD Residing in Spain: A Cross-Sectional Analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 594 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sheila Sánchez Castillo ◽  
Lee Smith ◽  
Arturo Díaz Suárez ◽  
Guillermo Felipe López Sánchez
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Short Form ◽  
National Health Survey ◽  
Chronic Obstructive ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Obstructive Pulmonary Disease ◽  
Lumbar Back Pain ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Chronic Anxiety

There is a high prevalence of comorbidities among patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Comorbidities are likely common in patients with any COPD degree and are associated with increased mortality. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of thirty-one different COPD comorbidities and to evaluate the association between physical activity (PA) levels in people with COPD residing in Spain. Cross-sectional data from the Spanish National Health Survey 2017 were analysed. A total of 601 adults (52.2% females) with COPD aged 15 to 69 participated in this study. PA (exposure) was measured with the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) short form and comorbidities (outcomes) were self-reported in response to the question “Have you ever been diagnosed with…?” Multivariable logistic regression, in three different models, was used to assess this association. Results showed a high prevalence of comorbidities (94%), these being chronic lumbar back pain (38.9%), chronic allergy (34.8%), arthrosis (34.1%), chronic cervical back pain (33.3%), asthma (32.9%) and hypertension (32.8%) the most prevalent. Low PA level was significantly associated with urinary incontinence (2.115[1.213–3.689]), chronic constipation (1.970[1.119–3.459]), cataracts (1.840[1.074–3.153]), chronic anxiety (1.508[1.002–2.269]) and chronic lumbar back pain (1.489[1.044–2.125]). Therefore, people with COPD should increase their PA levels in order to reduce their risk of comorbidities and increase their quality of life.

scholarly journals Comparison of physical activity levels in Spanish people with diabetes with and without cataracts

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (6) ◽  
pp. 1201-1205 ◽  
Author(s):  
Guillermo F López-Sánchez ◽  
Sheila Sánchez-Castillo ◽  
Rubén López-Bueno ◽  
Shahina Pardhan ◽  
Roksana Zauder ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
American Diabetes Association ◽  
International Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Short Form ◽  
National Health Survey ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Age Range ◽  
Large Representative ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Abstract Background The objective was to compare levels of physical activity (PA) in a large sample of Spanish people with diabetes with and without cataracts. To our knowledge, this is the first study comparing PA levels in people with diabetes with and without cataracts in a large representative sample. Methods Cross-sectional data from the Spanish National Health Survey 2017 were analyzed (n = 1014 people with diabetes; 43.1% females; age range 15–69 years; mean age 58.4 ± 9.2 years). International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) short form was used to measure PA. Total MET-min week−1 of PA were calculated and participants were divided into two categories according to American Diabetes Association PA guidelines: (i) &lt;600 MET-min week−1. (ii) At least 600 MET-min week−1. Diabetes and cataracts were self-reported in response to the questions ‘Have you ever been diagnosed with diabetes/cataracts?’ Participants also reported other variables including age, gender, marital status, living as a couple, education, smoking, alcohol consumption and obesity. Statistical analysis was performed with SPSS 23.0. Results The overall prevalence of cataract was 14.0% and the overall prevalence of people doing &lt;600 MET-min week−1 of PA was 35.4%. The prevalence of cataract was significantly lower in those doing more PA (12.1% vs. 17.5%; P = 0.016). Those without cataracts were significantly more active than those with cataracts (1846.8 vs. 1289.4 MET-min week−1; P = 0.001). The adherence to American Diabetes Association PA guidelines was significantly higher in those without cataracts (66.1% vs. 55.6%; P = 0.016). Conclusions Interventions to promote PA targeting people with both diabetes and cataracts are warranted.

scholarly journals COVID-19 pandemic restrictions continuously impact on physical activity in adults with cystic fibrosis

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (9) ◽  
pp. e0257852
Author(s):  
Thomas Radtke ◽  
Sarah R. Haile ◽  
Holger Dressel ◽  
Christian Benden
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cystic Fibrosis ◽  
Inhalation Therapy ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Airway Clearance ◽  
Home Based ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Reduced Physical Activity ◽  
Lung Health ◽  
The Impact

Background We have recently reported reduced physical activity (PA) in people with cystic fibrosis (pwCF) with and without lung transplantation (LTX) during a 6-week stringent lockdown in Switzerland. This follow-up study explores the impact of coronavirus-2019 disease (COVID-19) related pandemic restrictions on individuals’ therapy regimens and health-related aspects in pwCF. Methods We conducted a cross-sectional web-based national survey in Spring 2021. The survey included questions on daily PA, airway clearance and inhalation therapy, questions on COVID-19-compatible symptoms, diagnostic tests and vaccination status, and enquired health-related aspects covering the pandemic period between March 2020 to April 2021. Results 193 individuals with CF (53% female; 25% LTX recipients) participated. Among pwCF, 10 reported COVID-19 (n = 2 LTX recipients), two subjects were hospitalized, no invasive ventilation required, no deaths. The clinical course was generally mild. Overall, 46% reported less PA during the pandemic, mostly due to closed fitness facilities (85%), lack of motivation (34%), and changes in daily structures (21%). In contrast, 32/193 (17%) pwCF were able to increase their PA levels: 12 (38%) and 11 (34%) reported undertaking home-based training and outdoor activities more frequently; 6 (19%) reported an increase in routine PA, and another 3 (9%) started new activities. Among pwCF without LTX, 5% and 4% reported to undertake less airway clearance and inhalation therapy, respectively. Conclusions Our study reveals unfavorable consequences of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions on PA of pwCF with unknown long-term consequences for their overall physical fitness and lung health. Strategies to overcome this undesirable situation are needed; increased uptake of telehealth PA programs and virtual exercise classes to promote PA participation might be one promising approach along with vaccination of pwCF and their close contacts.

Physical Inactivity and Associated Factors Among Women From a Municipality in Southern Brazil

2014 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 777-783 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cristiano Marcellino ◽  
Ruth Liane Henn ◽  
Maria Teresa Anselmo Olinto ◽  
Ana Weigert Bressan ◽  
Vera Maria Vieira Paniz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Physical Inactivity ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Linear Trend ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Obese Women ◽  
Southern Brazil ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Domestic Partnerships

Background:Physical inactivity is one of the most important modifiable risk factors that is raising the global burden of chronic diseases.Methods:This is a cross-sectional, population-based study of 790 women aged 20 years or older living in the urban area of a municipality in Southern Brazil. The level of physical activity was measured using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire, short form. Inactivity was defined as fewer than 150 min/wk−1 spent in moderate or vigorous physical activities. Prevalence ratios were calculated by robust Poisson regression.Results:The prevalence of physical inactivity was 48.7% (95% CI, 43.3%–54.1%). After adjusting for confounders, we found a linear trend for increasing prevalence of physical inactivity with increasing body mass index (P = .008). Women who were married or in a domestic partnership were 29% less physically active than single women (P = .044). A borderline association was detected between the presence of minor psychiatric disorders (MPD) and physical inactivity (P = .058).Conclusions:There was a high prevalence of inactivity. Obese women, those married or in domestic partnerships and those with MPD were more likely to lead an inactive lifestyle. These results suggest that strategies are required for breaking down barriers to physical activity in this demographic group.

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