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Self-Reported Physical Activity Levels in Patients With Arthritis: A Retrospective Study.
Article in Cureus, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.
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- Changing physical activity behavior among individuals with inflammatory arthritis: an umbrella review of current behaviors, behavioral determinants, and behavior change interventions.BMC rheumatology · 2025Article
- Priority setting of healthcare provider barriers and facilitators to supporting patient physical activity in rheumatology: a nominal group technique study.BMJ open sport & exercise medicine · 2025Article
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Abstract
Introduction Arthritis affects a significant number of adults in the United States, leading to pain and limited mobility. This study explores the impact of physical activity on patients with arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus, and fibromyalgia. Using data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS), it examines how exercise may improve symptoms and quality of life for these patients. Aim The aim of this study is to evaluate the prevalence of self-reported physical activity among US patients with arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus, or fibromyalgia while considering demographic, socioeconomic, and healthcare access variables. Methodology A retrospective study was conducted using 2021 data from the BRFSS, analyzing responses from 434,985 participants. The focus was on arthritis diagnosis and physical activity, with variables including demographics, socioeconomic status, and healthcare access. Statistical analysis was performed using cross-tabulation, chi-square tests, and Fisher's exact test. Results In 2021, 434,985 individuals participated in the BRFSS study, with 32.69% reporting a diagnosis of arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus, or fibromyalgia. Among these patients, 68% engaged in physical activity, compared to 79.3% of those without these conditions. Physical activity levels varied significantly across factors such as age, gender, race, education, employment, income, and recent medical checkups. Conclusions This study found that 68% of participants with arthritis-related conditions were physically active, with activity levels varying across demographic and socioeconomic factors. Younger individuals, males, White non-Hispanics, and those with higher education, income, and employment were more likely to be active. Additionally, regular medical checkups were associated with higher physical activity levels, underscoring the need for targeted interventions to improve activity in underserved groups.
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