IPAQ-L and CPET Usefulness in a North-Eastern Romanian Population Undergoing Cardiac Rehabilitation

Manta, Andrei; Cojocaru, Elena; Leon-Constantin, Maria Magdalena; Maștaleru, Alexandra; Roca, Mihai; Rusu, Cristina; Cojocariu, Sabina Alexandra; Mitu, Florin

doi:10.3390/app11125483

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“…Thirdly, physical activity level was assessed using the IPAQ questionnaire and not with the modern electronic analyzers of physical activity. Nevertheless, in our study IPAQ questionnaire classification correlated well with CPET results, which is in line with some literature reports on coronary artery disease patients (Manta et al, 2021) and other CVD patient populations (Müller et al, 2017;Mediano et al, 2018). Due to its subjectivity and potential overestimation of the physical activity level, we have additionally checked physical activity level and thus decreased possibility of overestimation.…”

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Vascular Function in Patients After Myocardial Infarction: The Importance of Physical Activity

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Background: Patients after myocardial infarction have impaired vascular function. However, effects of lifestyle, e.g., physical activity level, on endothelial function and arterial stiffness remain scarce. The aim of our study was to investigate effects of physical activity level and risk factors on endothelial function and arterial stiffness.Methods: In this cross-sectional study, we ultrasonographically assessed parameters of vascular function, namely flow mediated dilation (FMD) of the brachial artery and carotid artery stiffness in patients after myocardial infarction referred to the cardiac rehabilitation. The International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) was obtained from all participants. Based on the IPAQ, patients were classified into three groups: vigorous, moderate, and low physical activity engagement. ANOVA was used for comparison among three groups using Bonferroni correction to determine differences between two sub-groups.Results: One hundred and eight patients after myocardial infarction (mean age 53 ± 10 years) were included. There were significant differences in terms of FMD (8.2 vs. 4.2 vs. 1.9%, p < 0.001) and pulse wave velocity (PWV), a measure of arterial stiffness (6.1 vs. 6.4 vs. 6.9 m/s, p = 0.004) among groups of vigorous, moderate, and low physical activity engagement, respectively. However, in younger patients only FMD remained associated with physical activity level, while arterial stiffness was not. Low physical activity engagement was a significant predictor of both FMD and PWV in univariate and multivariate models, adjusted for age, sex, and other risk factors.Conclusion: Low physical activity level is associated with impaired endothelial function and increased arterial stiffness in patients after myocardial infarction. Future studies are warranted to address this issue in a context of cardiac rehabilitation protocols optimization in order to improve vascular function in these patients.

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Vascular Function in Patients After Myocardial Infarction: The Importance of Physical Activity

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“…The IPAQ-L has good reliability and validity and has been used in several studies [ 18 ]. The IPAQ-L assesses physical activity over the past seven days, taking into account four domains (work, transport, leisure and household and garden activities, respectively), as well as average walking time and frequency, moderate activity and vigorous activity.…”

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Lifestyle Patterns in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes

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Modern lifestyles have led to sedentary behavior, lower participation in active movement and physical activities during leisure time, unhealthy diets, and increased exposure to stress. It is important to examine the interaction of several lifestyle risk factors instead of focusing on one alone. The purpose of this study was to identify lifestyle patterns in a group of patients with type 2 diabetes and the associations of its components with certain metabolic parameters. Using principal component analysis, we identified three dietary patterns: the prudent pattern (fat, oil, cereals, potatoes, vegetables, fish, nuts, seeds and fruits), the Western pattern (meat and meat products, eggs and soft drinks) and the traditional pattern (milk and its derivatives, soups and sauces, with a low intake of sugar/snacks). In addition, using the same method of analysis, we identified two lifestyle patterns: the inadequate lifestyle pattern (Western dietary pattern, increased hours of sleep and lower levels of stress) and the traditional lifestyle pattern (traditional dietary pattern, increased physical activity (PA) and non-smoking status). The inadequate lifestyle pattern was associated with younger age, hypertension and diabetic neuropathy. The traditional lifestyle pattern was related to lower postprandial blood glucose levels. Sedentary individuals were more likely to be over 65 years old and to have higher glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c). Smokers were also more likely to have inadequate glycemic and lipid profile control.

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“…IPAQ assesses physical activity during the last seven days in four main domains: leisure, domestic and gardening (yard), work, and transport. The IPAQ considers three specific types of physical activity: walking, moderate-intensity, and vigorous-intensity activities [30].…”

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The Relationship between the Frontal QRS-T Angle on ECG and Physical Activity Level in Young Adults

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Iconaru

2023

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Background: The heart’s electrical activity has been the subject of numerous research concerning various physiological parameters. The frontal QRS-T angle (FQRST) is an advanced ECG variable with clinical epidemiological utility. This study aimed to determine the relationship between FQRST and physical activity exposure among young adults. Methods: We recorded the ECG with 12 leads of 124 participants (mean age 20.28 ± 2.23 years, age range 18–27 years). Next, we measured their physical activity level (PAL) with the International Physical Activity Questionnaire—Short Form (IPAQ), which categorizes activity into three classes: low, moderate, or high. Results: An inferential analysis, based on the Kruskal-Wallis H test and Mann–Whitney U test, revealed a statistically significant difference in FQRST between the three groups of subjects, classified by their PAL (p < 0.001). We also identified a significant regression model between the body mass index (BMI) and the FQRST (p < 0.001). Conclusions: The physical activity regime of young adults significantly influences the concordance between ventricular depolarization and repolarization, reflected in the FQRST’s width. Also, we found a regression model between FQRST and BMI with statistical significance.

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IPAQ-L and CPET Usefulness in a North-Eastern Romanian Population Undergoing Cardiac Rehabilitation

Cited by 5 publications

References 37 publications

Vascular Function in Patients After Myocardial Infarction: The Importance of Physical Activity

Vascular Function in Patients After Myocardial Infarction: The Importance of Physical Activity

Lifestyle Patterns in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes

The Relationship between the Frontal QRS-T Angle on ECG and Physical Activity Level in Young Adults

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