Abstracts tagged "physical activity"

Abstract Number: 2844 • 2018 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
A Mixed-Methods Feasibility Study Exploring the Cultural Adaptation of Walk with Ease to the United Kingdom
Kathryn R Martin^1,2, Toby O Smith³, Santosh Gaihre⁴, Gary J Macfarlane^1,2, Aileen Neilson⁵, Paul McNamee⁵, Rosalind Rae⁶ and Zoe J Morrison⁷, ¹Epidemiology Group, School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, United Kingdom, ²Aberdeen Centre for Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Health, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, United Kingdom, ³Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom, ⁴School of Biomedical Sciences, Ulster University, Coleraine, United Kingdom, ⁵Health Economics Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, United Kingdom, ⁶Business School, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, United Kingdom, ⁷Human Resources and Organisational Behaviour, University of Greenwich, London, United Kingdom
Background/Purpose: The Arthritis Foundation’s Walk With Ease (WWE) is an evidence-based 6 week community-based walking program for adults with arthritis delivered in instructor-led or self-directed…
Abstract Number: 2346 • 2016 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
The Improving Motivation for Physical Activity in Arthritis Clinical Trial for Adults with Knee Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Abigail Gilbert¹, Julia (Jungwha) Lee², Pamela Semanik³, Jing Song⁴, Christine Pellegrini⁵, Daniel Pinto⁶, Dorothy D. Dunlop⁴, Rowland W. Chang⁷ and Linda S. Ehrlich-Jones⁸, ¹Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, ²Preventive Medicine/Biostatistics, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, ³College of Nursing, Rush University, Chicago, IL, ⁴Center for Healthcare Studies, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, ⁵Department of Preventive Medicine, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, ⁶Department of Physical Therapy & Human Movement Sciences, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, ⁷Institute for Public Health and Medicine, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, ⁸Research CROR, Rehabilitation Institute Chicago, Chicago, IL
Abstract: Background/Purpose: Insufficiently active adults experience reduced quality of life. Because half of adults with arthritis are physically inactive, we evaluated the additional effect of…
Abstract Number: 3251 • 2016 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Sleep and Physical Activity: A Nationwide Survey Among People with Rheumatic Disease in Ireland
Sean McKenna¹, Alan Donnelly², Sandy Fraser³ and Norelee Kennedy¹, ¹Department of Clinical Therapies, University of Limerick, Ireland, Limerick, Ireland, ²Department of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, University of Limerick, Ireland, Limerick, Ireland, ³Department of Rheumatology, University Hospitals Limerick, Ireland, Limerick, Ireland
Background/Purpose: Sleep is an important aspect in maintaining the body’s circadian rhythm and plays an important role in maintaining health. Disrupted or lower levels…
Abstract Number: 3256 • 2016 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Functional Ability ‘to Rise’ and Autonomy Support for Physical Activity: Implications for Light Physical Activity Engagement and Psychological Wellbeing in People Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sally Fenton^1,2, Jet Veldhuijzen van Zanten², George Metsios^2,3, Peter Rouse⁴, Chen-an Yu⁵, George D. Kitas^1,2 and Joan Duda¹, ¹School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom, ²Department of Rheumatology, Russells Hall Hospital, Dudley Group of Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Dudley, United Kingdom, ³Department of Physical Activity Exercise and Health, University of Wolverhampton, Walsall, United Kingdom, ⁴Department for Health, University of Bath, Bath, United Kingdom, ⁵School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Background/Purpose: Epidemiological studies indicate participation in light physical activity (LPA) is positively associated with psychological wellbeing. For patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), reduced functional ability…
Abstract Number: 452 • 2016 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
The Efficacy of Motivational Counselling and SMS-Reminders on Daily Sitting Time in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Randomised Controlled Trial
Tanja Thomsen¹, Mette Aadahl², Nina Beyer³, Merete Lund Hetland⁴, Katrine Loeppenthin¹, Julie Midtgaard⁵, Robin Christensen⁶, Mikkel Østergaard⁷, Poul Jennum⁸ and Bente Appel Esbensen¹, ¹Copenhagen Center for Arthritis Research, Center for Rheumatology and Spine Diseases, Centre of Head and Orthopaedics, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark, ²Research Centre for Prevention and Health, Rigshospitalet, Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark, ³Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Research Unit, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospitals, Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark, ⁴Danish Rheumatologic Biobank and DANBIO registry, Rigshospitalet, Glostrup, Gentofte and Herlev University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark, ⁵University Hospitals Centre for Health Research, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark, ⁶Musculoskeletal Statistics Unit, The Parker Institute, Copenhagen University Hospital, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg, Copenhagen, Denmark, ⁷Copenhagen Center for Arthritis Research, Center for Rheumatology and Spine Diseases, Rigshospitalet, Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark, ⁸Danish Center for Sleep Medicine, Department of Clinical Neurophysiology, Rigshospitalet, Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark
Background/Purpose: Patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are more sedentary than the general population, which can have serious health consequences. Reducing sedentary behaviour (SB) and increasing…
Abstract Number: 524 • 2016 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
A Self-Determination Theory Based Intervention to Increase Levels of Cardiorespiratory Fitness, Self-Determined Motivation, Physical Activity and Improve Health Outcomes Among Patients Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Joan Duda¹, Sally Fenton^1,2, Jet Veldhuijzen van Zanten^2,3, George Metsios^2,4, Peter Rouse⁵, Nikos Ntoumanis⁶, Chen-an Yu⁷, Yiannis Koutedakis⁸ and George D. Kitas^1,2, ¹School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom, ²Department of Rheumatology, Russells Hall Hospital, Dudley Group of Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Dudley, United Kingdom, ³University of Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom, ⁴Department of Physical Activity Exercise and Health, University of Wolverhampton, Walsall, United Kingdom, ⁵Department for Health, University of Bath, Bath, United Kingdom, ⁶School of Psychology & Speech Pathology, Curtin University, Perth, Australia, ⁷School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom, ⁸University of Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
Background/Purpose: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) may cause joint damage leading to physical dysfunction and associates with increased cardiovascular (CV) risk. Regular physical activity (PA) can attenuate…
Abstract Number: 983 • 2016 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Objectively Assessed Sedentary Behaviour and Light Physical Activity Are Associated with Long-Term Cardiovascular Risk in People Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis Independently of Moderate-to-Vigorous Physical Activity
Sally Fenton^1,2, Jet Veldhuijzen van Zanten^2,3, George D. Kitas^2,4, Joan Duda⁴, Peter Rouse⁵, Chen-an Yu¹ and George Metsios^2,6, ¹School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom, ²Department of Rheumatology, Russells Hall Hospital, Dudley Group of Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Dudley, United Kingdom, ³University of Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom, ⁴School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom, ⁵Department for Health, University of Bath, Bath, United Kingdom, ⁶Department of Physical Activity Exercise and Health, University of Wolverhampton, Walsall, United Kingdom
Background/Purpose: Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) can result in functional disability and is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). In healthy adults and…
Abstract Number: 1758 • 2016 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour in Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Alexandra Legge¹, John Hanly² and Chris Blanchard¹, ¹Department of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada, ²Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine and Department of Pathology, Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre and Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada
Background/Purpose: Patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are at increased risk for premature cardiovascular disease. As sedentary behaviour and lack of…
Abstract Number: 2340 • 2016 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Relation Between Range of Motion and Physical Activity While Recovering after Total Knee Replacement
Hiral Master¹, Louise Thoma¹, Oliver Yost², Meredith Christiansen¹, Ryan Green³, Laura Schmitt¹ and Daniel White⁴, ¹Physical Therapy and Biomechanics and Movement Science, University of Delaware, Newark, DE, ²Physical Therapy and Biomechanical and Movement Science, University of Delaware, Newark, DE, ³Physical Therapy, University of Delaware, Newark, DE, ⁴Department of Physical Therapy, University of Delaware, Newark, DE
Background/Purpose: Standard post-operative physical therapy (PT) for total knee replacement (TKR) aims to increase knee range of motion (ROM), which is important for walking and…
Abstract Number: 27 • 2015 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Self-Reported Sedentary Behavior in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Abigail Gilbert¹, Julia (Jungwha) Lee², Madeleine Ma¹, Pamela Semanik³, Dorothy D. Dunlop⁴ and Rowland W. Chang⁵, ¹Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, ²Department of Preventive Medicine, Biostatistics Collaboration Center, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, ³College of Nursing, Rush University, Chicago, IL, ⁴Institute for Healthcare Studies, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, ⁵Preventive Medicine, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL
Abstract Background/Purpose: Sedentary behavior is associated with increased risk of functional decline and disability. Individuals with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) spend more time in sedentary activity…
Abstract Number: 1087 • 2015 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
“It Was Just My Right Pace”: A Qualitative Study Exploring Yoga Practice in Adults with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Heather Greysen, School of Nursing, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Background/Purpose: Physical activity is reported to improve physical function and reduce disease symptoms in adults with rheumatoid arthritis (RA); however adults with RA are less…
Abstract Number: 3245 • 2015 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Factors Associated with Physical Activity in Older Children with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Jennifer R. Horonjeff¹, Shira Weiner², Susan Klepper³, Ali Sheikhzadeh², Philip Kahn⁴ and Sherri Weiser², ¹Ergonomics and Biomechanics, New York University, New York, NY, ²Orthopedics, New York University, New York, NY, ³Physical Therapy Program, Columbia University, New York, NY, ⁴Pediatric Rheumatology, New York University, New York, NY
Background/Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine factors associated with physical activity (PA) in children with JIA. PA is important for the physical,…
Abstract Number: 2431 • 2014 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Tai Chi and Yoga Are Effective for Improving Physical Function in Adults with Rheumatoid Arthritis- a Meta-Analysis
Heather Greysen and Kathy Lee, School of Nursing, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Authors: Greysen, H.1., Lee, K.11. School of Nursing, University of California San FranciscoTitle: Tai Chi and Yoga Are Effective for Improving Physical Function in Adults…
Abstract Number: 2010 • 2014 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Reaching out to Physical Therapists: Results of a Survey on Physical Therapists Preferences for Learning about Evidence-Based Community Programs
Jennifer Hefelfinger¹, Teresa J. Brady², Jennifer Berktold³, Marc Goldstein⁴, Erika Bonilla⁵, Mari Brick⁶, Erica Odom⁷, Angela Oliver⁷ and Penney Cowan⁸, ¹National Association of Chronic Disease Directors, Atlanta, GA, ²Arthritis Program, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA, ³Westat, Inc, Rockville, MD, ⁴American Physical Therapy Association, Alexandria, VA, ⁵Westat, Inc, Rickville, MD, ⁶National Association of Chronic Disease Directors, Voorheesville, NY, ⁷Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA, ⁸American Chronic Pain Association, Rocklin, CA
Background/Purpose Community resources such as evidence-based physical activity (PA) and self-management education (SME) programs, with their documented health benefits, can complement clinical care. These clinical-community…
Abstract Number: 1091 • 2014 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Skeletal Muscle Fat and Its Association with Physical Function and Physical Activity in Adults with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Samannaaz S. Khoja¹, Bret Goodpaster² and Sara R. Piva³, ¹Department of Physical Therapy, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, ²Sandford Burnham Medical Research Institute, Lake Nona in Orlando, FL, ³Physical Therapy, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Background/Purpose: Systemic inflammation in RA not only affects joints, but also body composition. People with RA tend to have lower lean body mass and higher…

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