Abstract Number: 1384 • ACR Convergence 2020
Usage, Needs and Preferences Regarding Physical Therapy in Patients with Systemic Sclerosis
Background/Purpose: The importance of non-pharmacologic interventions in systemic sclerosis (SSc) is increasingly recognized. Physical therapy is among the most frequently used interventions, but knowledge on…Abstract Number: 1385 • ACR Convergence 2020
Physical Therapy in Patients with Systemic Sclerosis: The Perspective of Physical Therapists on Current Delivery and Educational Needs
Background/Purpose: As there is currently no cure available for systemic sclerosis (SSc), nonpharmacologic care is an essential element in the management of the disease. Physical…Abstract Number: 1483 • ACR Convergence 2020
A Randomised Controlled Trial Evaluating the Efficacy of Internet-based Exercises Aimed at Treating Knee Osteoarthritis (iBEAT-OA)
Background/Purpose: Osteoarthritis (OA) is the commonest cause of pain and disability in the general population and is usually managed by family doctors and physiotherapists. This…Abstract Number: 1563 • ACR Convergence 2020
High Impact Sports Leads to Inflammatory Responses at Entheseal Sites Results of the BEAT Study (Badminton Enthesitis Arthrosonography Study)
Background/Purpose: Biomechanical stress triggers entheseal inflammation in psoriatic disease [1,2]. However, there is only limited data on the impact of mechanical stress on entheseal sites…Abstract Number: 1663 • ACR Convergence 2020
Walking for Exercise May Be Symptom and Structure Modifying for Those with Established OA and with Varus Alignment – Data from the Osteoarthritis Initiative
Background/Purpose: Walking for exercise is recommended for knee osteoarthritis (OA) management though benefits have not been demonstrated in epidemiologic studies. We aimed to assess the…Abstract Number: 1735 • ACR Convergence 2020
Effect of Aerobic Land-based Exercise Intervention on Fatigue in Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Background/Purpose: Persistent fatigue can be debilitating for patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Although fatigue partially improves after the initiation of DMARDs, suggesting an inflammatory process,…Abstract Number: 1757 • ACR Convergence 2020
High-Intensity Interval Training Increases Rheumatoid Arthritis Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Association with Improvements in CD4+ T Cell and Skeletal Muscle Mitochondrial Metabolism
Background/Purpose: Persons with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have poor cardiorespiratory fitness and are at increased risk for cardiometabolic co-morbidities. Endurance exercise training improves cardiorespiratory fitness in…Abstract Number: 1838 • ACR Convergence 2020
Aerobic Exercise Improves Fatigue and Quality of Life in Women with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (Preliminary Analysis)
Background/Purpose: Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic systemic autoimmune disease of female predominance. One of the most debilitating symptoms experienced by SLE-patients is persistent…Abstract Number: 1883 • ACR Convergence 2020
Exercise Partially Explains the Impact of Body Mass Index on Disease Activity in Ankylosing Spondylitis
Background/Purpose: Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) patients have elevated cardiovascular (CV) morbidity and mortality compared to general population comparators of the same age and sex. Although obesity…Abstract Number: 0134 • ACR Convergence 2020
The Impact of Exercise on Sleep in People with Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Pilot Randomised Controlled Trial
Background/Purpose: Poor sleep quality and reduced sleep duration are prevalent complaints in people with RA. These in turn may further deteriorate functional ability and reduce…Abstract Number: 0543 • ACR Convergence 2020
Exercise Among Older Adults Living with Rheumatic Disease: Physical Activity Habits and Patient Reported Outcomes
Background/Purpose: Among patients with rheumatic disease, physical activity is important for maintaining health and improving outcomes. EULAR recommendations suggest at least 30 min of vigorous…Abstract Number: 0546 • ACR Convergence 2020
Stepping up for Inflammatory Arthritis (SUFIA): A Pilot Trial to Test Behavioral Economics Strategy to Increase Physical Activity in Inflammatory Arthritis
Background/Purpose: Regular physical activity may have benefits for patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and psoriatic arthritis (PsA), but patients with active disease are often reluctant…Abstract Number: 1089 • ACR Convergence 2020
Intermuscular Adipose Tissue in Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Background/Purpose: Patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) have reduced physical activity and frequently complain of fatigue. Exercise reduces fatigue in patients with SLE; however, the…Abstract Number: 1093 • ACR Convergence 2020
Impact of Blood Flow Restricted Strength Training on Myogenic Stem Cells and Myofiber Hypertrophy in Sporadic Inclusion Body Myositis Patients
Background/Purpose: Sporadic inclusion body myositis (sIBM) is clinically characterised by marked progressive muscle weakness and impaired physical function. Physical training has become an area of…Abstract Number: 1178 • ACR Convergence 2020
Associations of Walking Endurance and Speed with Multiple Measures of Subclinical Cardiovascular Disease in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Background/Purpose: The 400 meter timed walk test has been studied as a simple summary measure of fitness that is predictive of mobility limitation and incident…
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