Physical Activity in Patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A Cross-Sectional Study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction and objective

Despite the known benefits of physical activity in the management of chronic diseases, the use of exercise as a treatment is relatively underemployed, with many patients reporting their disease to be a barrier. This study aimed to assess physical activity levels, attitudes, and barriers towards exercise in a cohort of patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). In addition, this study aimed to assess possible relationships between physical well-being, psychological well-being, and sociodemographic factors.

Methods

306 patients >18 years with diagnosed IBD in Dunedin, New Zealand, were approached to participate in this study. Participants who consented completed questionnaires regarding exercise preferences and attitudes, physical activity level

SUBMITTER: Fagan G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8160568 | biostudies-literature | 2021 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature